About the position

The Director of U.S. Corporate Social Responsibility Strategic Programs is a public-facing leadership role that combines national program oversight with regional community development to advance Sanofi's commitment to Sustainable & Equitable Access to Healthcare. This position serves as a bridge between corporate strategy and community impact, driving measurable results that align with business objectives while delivering authentic value to underserved communities. Operating at both national and regional levels, the Director leads Sanofi's highly visible signature commitment to Community Health Workers (CHW) to build workforce capacity and sustainability, recognizing CHWs as essential partners in expanding healthcare access to under-supported populations. The role centers on key initiatives including vaccine education, One Resp., reimbursement, and the cross-sector Health in Action Collaborative, working across internal teams and external partnerships to create integrated, data-driven solutions. Regionally, the Director shapes Sanofi's community presence in New Jersey, particularly Morris County, home to our Morristown headquarters, developing authentic partnerships that reflect core CSR priorities while addressing critical community needs, and positioning Sanofi as an authentic and committed leader in the communities it serves. In addition, the Director will work on special projects embedding our social impact work throughout the business, as well as measurement of CSR programs. This role reports to the Head, U.S. Corporate Social Responsibility and President, Sanofi Cares N.A., and interacts with senior leaders including the Sanofi’s U.S. Country Council. The Importance of Measurable KPIs Success in this role is defined by demonstrable impact. The Director establishes and tracks clear, measurable KPIs across all dimensions—program reach, community health outcomes, workforce development metrics, stakeholder engagement, community partnership growth, and business value creation. These metrics ensure accountability, enable continuous improvement, and provide the data necessary to communicate impact to internal and external stakeholders. Through rigorous measurement and reporting, the Director transforms community engagement from good intentions into quantifiable business value. Join the team transforming care for people with immune challenges, rare diseases, cancers, and neurological conditions. In Specialty Care, you'll help deliver breakthrough treatments that bring hope to patients with some of the highest unmet needs. About Sanofi We're an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people's lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system — and innovative pipeline — enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy, program development, execution, and measurement of Sanofi's signature U.S. commitment to building Community Health Worker (CHW) workforce capacity and sustainability
• Co-lead the cross-sector Health in Action Collaborative with external CSR leaders to design programs focused on CHW sustainability
• Work with Global Public Affairs Lead - Health, Access & Environmental Sustainability SPC, on the U.S. One Resp pilot initiative integrating CHW programs including state networks
• Establish and track measurable KPIs including program reach, community health outcomes, workforce development metrics, stakeholder engagement levels and ROI
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Policy & Reimbursement, Communications, Public Affairs & Patient Advocacy, Health Equity, and business units to ensure an integrated approach and shared accountability for results
• Develop and lead a comprehensive community relations strategy for New Jersey, specifically Morris County and areas surrounding our Morristown Corporate Headquarters
• Position Sanofi as an authentic community leader through strategic partnerships that deliver quantifiable value to both the community and business objectives
• Collaborate daily with business leaders, State Government Relations, People & Culture, and Communications teams to ensure alignment and shared accountability for measurable outcomes, and key avenues for storytelling
• Represent U.S. CSR on external leadership panels and discussions
• Serve as strategic liaison between U.S. Health Equity team and CSR, providing data-driven insights and ensuring accurate, comprehensive reporting of community impact
• Proactive self-starter who can work independently and in a team environment, comfortable collaborating across all departments and function levels

Requirements

• 8-10 years of progressive experience in Corporate Social Responsibility, Public Health, or related fields, preferably within the healthcare/pharmaceutical sector
• Proven track record designing and executing signature CSR programs that deliver measurable impact while aligning with corporate business priorities and engaging diverse external partners
• Demonstrated success managing multiple high-visibility, high-impact initiatives simultaneously with minimal supervision, consistently meeting deadlines and exceeding stakeholder expectations
• Established ability to cultivate strong, trust-based relationships with senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and external stakeholders, positioning yourself as a credible advisor and collaborative partner
• Experience representing organizations at external conferences, public forums, and stakeholder meetings, effectively positioning the company as an industry leader and authentic community partner
• Skilled at navigating complex organizational dynamics and building consensus across diverse groups with competing priorities
• Passionate, creative, and purpose-driven leader with the ability to inspire teams, influence without authority, and drive change across organizational boundaries
• Natural ability to translate vision into action, mobilizing resources and stakeholders around shared goals
• Exceptional written communication skills with experience crafting compelling narratives, executive briefings, impact reports, and stakeholder presentations
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for diverse audiences—from community members to C-suite executives
• Collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional environments and builds bridges between departments
• Positive, solutions-oriented mindset with a \"can-do\" attitude and resilience in the face of challenges
• Commitment to health equity and genuine passion for making a measurable difference in underserved communities

Benefits

• high-quality healthcare
• prevention and wellness programs
• at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave