Associate Director, Strategic Partner Programs

The Associate Director, Strategic Partner Programs role leads the strategy, sales, and execution of APA’s Strategic Alliance Program, developing and managing high‑value, six‑figure corporate partnerships that generate year‑round engagement and revenue through sponsored content, campaigns, and thought leadership. The role requires an entrepreneurial and aggressive sales and business development professional who can drive new business, retain long‑term program participants, and align corporate relationships with APA’s mission, platforms, and audiences.

The Associate Director also co-manages the APA Member Advantage Program, overseeing vendor relationships, program growth, and performance in close partnership with Membership Marketing. This position directly manages one staff member, the Senior Manager, Paid Topical Webinar & Strategic Partner Program Operations.

The American Psychological Association (APA) represents 146,000 psychologists, students, and affiliates, primarily in the U.S. and Canada but also in other countries around the world. APA is a scientific and professional organization with about 500 employees and is categorized as a 501(c)(3) along with its 501(c)(6) companion organization, APA Services, Inc.

APA offers a generous employee benefits program, including Remote Work/Flexible Scheduling; a 401(k) option with employer match of up to 4%; medical, dental, and vision insurance options and an outpatient mental health benefit; paid personal/vacation time plus 12 paid holidays; Family/Medical Leave; tuition assistance; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); short- and long-term disability insurance; and more. 

Qualified candidates must apply online through APA’s applicant system and attach a resume and cover letter specifying your salary expectations. Applications that are submitted without both documents are considered incomplete and will not be reviewed for consideration. Once your application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. Please make sure to check your Spam folder if you do not receive an email from us.

The American Psychological Association is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected categories covered under local law.