Vice President, Board Relations

The American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) seeks a respected and accomplished leader to serve as its Vice President of Board Relations (VP).  As a key leader in the execution of the ABP’s strategic plan, the VP will play a critical role in fulfilling the organization’s vision of advancing the health of all children through mission-driven initiatives that uphold the highest standards of excellence in the certification of pediatricians.

The Vice President of Board Relations is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, responsible for advancing the organization’s mission of certifying pediatricians who meet standards of excellence and are committed to continuous learning and improvement through strategic engagement, governance oversight, and external relations. This role provides leadership in shaping and executing initiatives that strengthen the ABP’s relationships with key stakeholders, enhance communication strategies, and ensure alignment with the organization’s core values of excellence and collaboration.

A central component of this position is the oversight of The American Board of Pediatrics Foundation (ABPF), a supporting 501(c)(3) organization. The VP will develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for the Foundation, ensuring that its initiatives—such as convenings, research and program support, and community collaborations—align with the broader strategic priorities of the ABP. This includes fostering partnerships that promote a diverse and inclusive workforce and advancing critical issues in pediatrics, medical education, and physician certification.

The Vice President of Board Relations also plays a crucial role in constituent engagement, leading efforts to enhance interactions with patient and family groups, volunteers, and the general public as well as collaborating on efforts to engage trainees and diplomates. Through cross-functional collaboration, this individual ensures that the ABP maintains a meaningful and visible presence at key national meetings and within the broader pediatric and medical education communities. Additionally, the VP oversees the ABP’s professional services, meeting planning, and communications functions, ensuring the organization’s messaging and outreach effectively support its mission.

As a senior leader, the Vice President of Board Relations represents the ABP in national and international forums, fostering collaborative relationships with peer organizations and contributing to the overall governance and strategic direction of the ABP. The VP will be a visionary leader with the ability to build consensus, drive impactful initiatives, and uphold the ABP’s commitment to improving child health through excellence in pediatric certification.

Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and CVs with cover letters should be sent below. Electronic submission of materials is strongly encouraged.

Ariannah Mirick is leading this search with Katie White.

The American Board of Pediatrics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.