Director, Partner Engagement

Posting Date

05/11/2026

2000 16th Street, Denver, Colorado, 80202, United States of America

At DaVita, being the Partner of Choice requires more than strong relationships—it requires intentional strategy, system-level thinking, and the ability to translate complexity into scalable solutions
.

As nephrology undergoes a period of significant transformation, this role will serve as a strategic leader responsible for defining and advancing how DaVita engages providers at an enterprise level
. You will identify emerging needs, synthesize internal and external insights, and architect integrated solutions that align clinical, operational, and technological capabilities into a cohesive care delivery model.

This is a high-impact role for a leader who thrives in ambiguity
, brings a consulting-oriented mindset, and is energized by turning strategy into operational reality at scale
.

• Define and evolve the enterprise strategy for provider engagement
  , grounded in market insights, organizational priorities, and long‑term value creation.
• Identify complex, ambiguous business challenges across provider experience, clinical integration, and operational execution—and structure them into clear, actionable problem statements
  .
• Lead strategic initiative design from concept through execution
  , ensuring alignment between enterprise vision and field‑level realities.

• Architect scalable solutions, playbooks, and operating models that enable consistent execution across a national footprint while allowing for market‑level nuance.
• Integrate cross‑functional capabilities (clinical, operations, analytics, technology) into cohesive, end‑to‑end solutions that improve outcomes for providers and patients.
• Drive clarity in “how the work gets done,” ensuring strategies are translated into clear processes, roles, and decision frameworks
  .

• Serve as a central connector across executive stakeholders
  , aligning disparate priorities into a unified strategic direction.
• Influence decision‑making through structured thinking, data‑driven insights, and clear communication
  , particularly in environments with competing perspectives.
• Partner deeply with field and operational leaders to ensure strategies are practical, adoptable, and drive measurable impact
  .

• Establish clear success metrics and feedback loops to monitor initiative performance and inform iterative improvement.
• Use data and insights to reallocate resources, refine strategies, and drive continuous optimization
  .
• Ensure that initiatives move beyond concept to durable, adopted capabilities embedded in the organization
  .

• Lead and develop a team responsible for strategy development, initiative execution, and performance management
  .
• Elevate team capabilities in structured problem solving, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking
  .
• Foster a culture of ownership, intellectual curiosity, and continuous improvement
  .

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred
• 10+ years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, healthcare transformation, or a similarly strategic role
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross‑functional initiatives from strategy through execution within large or matrixed organizations
• Proven ability to structure ambiguous problems, develop actionable solutions, and drive enterprise‑level impact
• Strong track record of influencing senior stakeholders and aligning teams around shared strategic priorities
• Experience designing scalable operating models, playbooks, or enterprise capabilities preferred
• Healthcare experience strongly preferred, particularly in payer, provider, or value‑based care environments
• Excellent analytical, communication, and executive presence skills

Location: Denver‑based preferred (hybrid; 3 days in office)

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family: Family…