Director, Partner Engagement

Posting Date
05/11/2026

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

Director, Partner Engagement

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 .
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Enterprise Strategy & Problem Solving
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.

Solution Design & Operating Model Development
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 .

Cross-Functional Leadership & Influence
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 .

Execution Oversight & Continuous Improvement
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 .

Team Leadership & Capability Building
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 .
Education & Experience
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)

What We'll Provide:
More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.
Comprehensive benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out

Support for you and your family:

Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access

Headspace

, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more

Professional development programs:

DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita's online training platform StarLearning.

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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second.

We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong."

Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

The Salary Range for the role is $115,000.00 - $183,000.00/year.

For location-specific minimum wage details, see the

following link:

DaVita.jobs/WageRates

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at

https://careers.davita.com/benefits

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