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Executive Director, Partnerships & Affiliations
Company : Shriners Children's Florida
Location : Tampa, FL, 33607
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 11 January 2026
Company Overview
Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.
All employees are eligible for medical coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Employees in a FT or PT status (40+ hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans and a Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected. Additional benefits available to FT and PT employees include tuition reimbursement, home & auto, hospitalization, critical illness, pet insurance and much more! Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law.
Job Overview
The Executive Director, Partnerships and Affiliations is responsible for identifying, negotiating, and managing strategic affiliations, academic partnerships, and clinical collaborations that align with the mission, values, and long-term vision of the health system. This executive will work across departments and service lines to cultivate relationships with hospitals, universities, research institutions, and other strategic partners to expand services, improve patient access, and promote innovation in care delivery.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic partnership planning and execution in alignment with organizational goals.
- Develop and maintain external relationships with health systems, academic institutions, and payers.
- Oversee affiliation agreements, including drafting, negotiation, and compliance monitoring.
- Coordinate with clinical, operational, and legal teams on partnership design and implementation.
- Provide executive-level reports and presentations to leadership and governing bodies.
- Identify opportunities for joint ventures, co-branded initiatives, and clinical affiliations.
- Ensure partnerships promote brand integrity, care quality, and access to under-served populations.
This is not an all-inclusive list of this job’s responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare strategy or development. Experience in partnership development and contract negotiation
- Master's Degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Public Health, or related field
Preferred:
- 3+ years of experience working with academic medical centers or health systems
- Doctoral Degree (JD, PhD, EdD, or related)
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Frequently asked questions
This leadership role shapes vital alliances between hospitals, academic centers, and research entities, fostering innovative care models and expanding patient access. The director’s strategic vision ensures partnerships align with Shriners Children’s mission, emphasizing pediatric specialty care excellence and community impact.
Exceptional negotiation ability, strategic foresight in healthcare development, and proficiency in managing multi-disciplinary collaborations are essential. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership in contract management and a deep understanding of academic and clinical partnership dynamics.
Professionals can advance into senior executive roles overseeing broader organizational strategies or specialize further in healthcare innovation and system-wide alliance management. This position often opens pathways to C-suite leadership or influential roles in healthcare policy and development.
Tampa shows growing demand for experienced healthcare partnership strategists due to expanding medical institutions and research initiatives. Pediatric specialty care organizations like Shriners Children's Florida attract top talent, making the market moderately competitive but rich in opportunities.
Certifications in healthcare administration, negotiation, or project management (such as PMP or Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality) are highly valued locally. Familiarity with Florida healthcare regulations and regional network building also enhances candidacy for partnership leadership.
Balancing diverse stakeholders from clinical, academic, and operational teams requires nuanced diplomacy and agile decision-making. Ensuring partnership initiatives uphold pediatric care quality while expanding access to underserved populations adds complexity to the role.
The organization fosters continuous learning through access to multidisciplinary education, research collaborations, and leadership development programs. Employees benefit from a culture valuing innovation and critical thinking, providing ample opportunities to expand strategic influence.
Salaries typically range between $150,000 to $190,000 annually, reflecting the role’s seniority and specialized expertise in healthcare partnerships within the Tampa market. Compensation often includes comprehensive benefits aligning with regional standards for executive healthcare roles.
This position uniquely blends pediatric specialty care focus with a commitment to underserved communities, demanding a strategic approach that prioritizes brand integrity and innovation in care delivery. The role requires navigating complex affiliations with academic and clinical institutions distinctive to Shriners Children’s mission.
By cultivating affiliations with hospitals and research centers, the director broadens service availability, integrates cutting-edge practices, and facilitates collaborative programs. These alliances directly improve care quality and expand reach to patients who might otherwise face barriers.