Sr. Affiliate Relations Manager

The Sr. Affiliate Relations Manager leads Focus on the Familys domestic and international broadcast placement strategy. This role oversees highvalue station partnerships paid media negotiations budget management affiliate communication and advanced performance position collaborates across departments ensures consistent brandaligned content distribution andrepresentsthe ministry at key industry events. This position plays a strategic role in strengthening longterm broadcast reach and affiliate Duties/Responsibilities:Strategic Station & Affiliate Leadership:Serves as senior representative for all domestic and international station relationshipsDevelops longterm strategies to strengthen affiliate partnerships and expand reachReviews program content to evaluate sensitivities andadviseleadership on potential concernsMaintains highlevel documentation and insightsregardingaffiliate activity and trendsMedia Budget & Rate Negotiation:Oversees the complete media budget including forecasting and monthly analysisLeads all paid media rate negotiations including major station groups and multiyear agreementsEvaluates station value based on audience data historical performance andfinancial impactProvides strategic recommendations tooptimizemedia investmentReporting & Advanced Analysis:Produces executivelevel monthly reports on station performance and paid media effectivenessDevelops detailed station and network profiles using audience demographic and distribution dataMonitors Christian media industry trends and provide strategic insights for leadershipAffiliate Communication & Content Oversight:Directs all affiliate communications including sensitive updates or program changesEnsures all communication and content align with Focus on the Family brand standardsOversees distribution of content promos spots and promotional materialsPromotional & Resource Strategy:Leads the planning of affiliate promotional campaigns and engagement initiativesOversees development of custom spots promotionalmaterials and strategic resourcesEvaluates promotional effectiveness andidentifyopportunities for improvementCrossDepartmental & External Leadership:Serves asseniorliaison to AmbOS Broadcast Support Marketing andSocial MediaEnsures internal teams align with affiliate needs and distribution requirementsOversees international station engagement and crossborder partnership strategiesLeads planning and coordination for major ministry events and affiliate-focused initiativesIndustry Engagement & Representation:Leads strategy forFocus on the Family at key industry eventsStays informed of industry changes emerging opportunities and station network developmentsOther Duties/Responsibilities:Performs other duties as assignedWorking Environment/Physical Requirements:Office environmentJOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTSCharacter/Spiritual:Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2 Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20 Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo I am with you always even to the end of the a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to theStandard of Moral ConductandStatement of Faith; upholds Focus on the Familys ministry in prayerPrays personally for Focus on the Familys staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayerEngages in Christian ministryDemonstrates behaviors aligned withFOF core valuesPersonal Characteristics:Modelsintegrity grounded in biblical values and professional excellenceStrategic proactive and able toinfluence acrossteams and partnershipsHigh emotional intelligence and skill in navigating sensitive or complex relational dynamicsCalm steady and decisive under pressureSelfmotivated dependable and highly accountableKnowledge/Experience:Bachelors degree in Marketing Communications Media Business or related field5-7 years of experience in affiliate relations broadcast placement or media partnership rolesStrong knowledge of radio broadcast environments and distribution systemsExperience with audience measurement tools (including Nielsen)Demonstrated success in highvalue negotiation and budget oversightAdvancedproficiencyin Microsoft Office especially ExcelSkills Abilities and Special Talents/Gifts:Expert communication and negotiation skillsProven ability to build andmaintainlongterm highvalue affiliate relationshipsStrong conflict resolution and issuemanagement capabilitiesAdvanced analytical skills for interpreting station data and producing leadershipready insightsStrong organizational and project leadership skillsAbility to oversee complex communication and promotional workflowsPay Range: $70720 to $81120Application Materials Required: Cover Letter Resume/CV*Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit you may redact or remove any age-identifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:Norton LifeLock ID Theft CoverageLegal Shield/ID Shield CoverageAFLAC403B Retirement PlanVacation Time & Vacation PayoutSick TimeHolidaysService AwardsCommunity Service DaysBookstore DiscountFitness CenterEmployees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and:Medical PlanDental PlanVision PlanLife InsuranceDisability InsuranceFlexible Spending AccountsEAP (Employee Assistance Program)Tuition ReimbursementWarehouse Membership ReimbursementNote: This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language refer to the governing plan documents.*Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits except for:Sick TimeBookstore DiscountFitness CenterTentative Search Timeline:Priority will be given to applications submitted by March 20 2026 However this posting will remain open until potential employee start date is March 16 2026Posting date: February 20 2026Un-posting date: ongoing until filledPosting contact email: