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Executive Director

Crossroads International is a leading Canadian volunteer cooperation agency advancing equality for women and girls and eradicating poverty in some of the world’s poorest countries. As Executive Director, you will lead the organisation through its next growth phase, positioning it for increased influence and strategic alliances in Canada and beyond. You are an experienced nonprofit leader committed to advancing gender equality, with strong networks and a sound knowledge of the international development landscape.

Directrice générale ou directeur général

Carrefour International, organisation de coopération volontaire canadienne d’importance, s’attache à promouvoir l’égalité des femmes et des filles et à éliminer la pauvreté dans certains des pays les plus pauvres du monde. En tant que directrice générale ou directeur général, vous piloterez l’organisation dans sa prochaine phase de développement, de manière à en accroître l’influence et à élargir les alliances stratégiques au Canada et outre-mer. Vous possédez une grande expérience de direction dans le secteur à but non lucratif, faites preuve d’engagement à promouvoir l’égalité des sexes, et possédez de solides réseaux et une excellente connaissance du secteur du développement international.

Director of Global Programmes

As Director of Global Programmes, you will be joining a global federation at a moment of global momentum, when disability and inclusion is increasingly recognised as a key sustainable development goal. CBM is sought-after for their expertise and technical advice from governments, donors and civil society. Now facing a time of organisational change, the Director of Global Programmes will lead the strategic transformation of the organization across its regional hubs.

Directrice générale ou directeur général

En tant que directrice générale / directeur général d’ALIMA vous êtes responsable de la gestion et du développement de l’association afin de maintenir sa mission de sauver des vies et de soigner les populations les plus vulnérables. Dans ce rôle transverse, vous devrez faire preuve d’une forte personnalité de leader pour diriger et motiver votre équipe vers une croissance ambitieuse de l’association et superviser d’importantes missions dans plusieurs pays. Vous rapportez au conseil d’administration et vous vous assurez de la fluidité des échanges entre les différents services.

U.S. Executive Director

The Love146 vision is the abolition of child trafficking and exploitation—nothing less. As the U.S. Executive Director, you will lead the organization to further strategically grow its influence and programs in trafficking prevention and survivor care across the country. With a strong team and many opportunities on the horizon, Love146 is poised for further growth, and you are an experienced nonprofit leader with the vision and skills to chart its course for future impact.

Regional Manager, Southeast Asia

As a global development enterprise working towards a world in which people can live in dignity, ICCO Cooperation takes both a business and nonprofit approach to strengthening agricultural systems through partnerships. As Regional Manager for Southeast Asia, you will lead a team across Cambodia, Indonesia, Myanmar and Vietnam, working for food security and economic empowerment of smallholder farmers and small and medium-sized enterprises. You are an entrepreneurial and innovative team leader who is able to create and capture new opportunities and transform them in commercially viable propositions.

Country Director, Nigeria

As CBM’s Country Director for Nigeria, you will be accountable for leading the development and effective implementation of the country plan, ensuring high-quality performance and alignment with CBM’s Federation strategy. You will take responsibility for strong financial discipline and for ensuring that partners are fulfilling CBM’s operational and financial reporting requirements. By developing relations with partners, local and national governments, and other development organisations, you will influence Nigeria’s inclusion development agenda.

Country Director, South Africa

As Country Director, you will be in charge of the leadership and operations of ActionAid South Africa in its mission to work with poor and excluded people to eradicate poverty and injustice. An excellent communicator and inspiring change leader, you will provide strategic vision while enhancing team cohesion. Your passion for social justice transcends the activist-space to also include a sharp focus on movement-building by translating the Action for Global Justice Strategy 2028 into country-specific initiatives.

Executive Director, Global Conservation Impact

In this influential role, the Executive Director for Global Conservation Impact will oversee the delivery of WWF’s global conservation programme. Working in close collaboration with the Director General and the Network Executive Team, you will support expert Practice Leaders around the world in the implementation of the practice strategies and initiatives and ensure strategic integration and collaboration across the WWF Network. You are a seasoned executive and savvy convener who can spot opportunities for synergy, and lead the sharing of learning and innovation across a complex organization.

United Nations Representative

Next year will be a landmark year for the ChildFund Alliance, as it marks both the high-level forum on the SDGS and the 30th anniversary of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. As the UN Representative, you will coordinate the Alliance’s engagements and contributions to these influential policy processes. As well as knowing how to access and influence the UN and related entities, you are a strong and strategic communicator, motivated to make the most of 2019 as a golden moment for children’s rights.

Communications and Digital Strategist

Next year will be a landmark year for the ChildFund Alliance, with the high-level forum on the Sustainable Development Goals; the 30th anniversary of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child; and ChildFund’s association with the world’s third-largest sporting event; the Rugby World Cup in 2019. This period will be an opportunity to produce compelling communications and content; including an advocacy publication in March 2019 and social media output across the Alliance and its Members during key moments.

Teamleitung Wachstum, Bindung und Service (m,w,x)

Als Teamleitung Wachstum, Bindung und Service unterstützen Sie die deutsche Sektion von Amnesty International in der globalen Menschenrechtsarbeit. Sie verantworten die Planung, Umsetzung und Kontrolle aller Fundraisingmaßnahmen, das Mitgliederwachstum des deutschen Vereins sowie einen ausgezeichneten Service für Unterstützer_innen und Mitglieder.

Benelux Director

This is a great opportunity for an experienced and driven manager to lead HI’s offices in Brussels, Luxembourg and in the Netherlands. Acting as the National Association Director (NAD) for the Association Nationale Belge, Association Nationale Luxembourgeoise and Director for the Centre Opérationnel Bruxelles, you will play a pivotal role both in Benelux and the global federation. In implementing the 10-year strategy, you will be growing the team, its capabilities and funding while developing HI’s presence in Belgium, in Luxembourg and the Netherlands.

Fundraising Manager

In this key role, the Global Coffee Platform is looking for a persuasive and ambitious Fundraising Manager to expand their network of partners and co-funders internationally; to build and strengthen relationships, and to support members’ programmes. Working alongside colleagues in the secretariat in Bonn, as well as across the organisation’s national platforms, the fundraising manager will be in charge of development and implementation of the network’s fundraising strategy and donor relations.

Conservation Director

This role is an exciting opportunity to serve on the leadership team of one of the newest independent offices of the WWF network, in a country rich with iconic species, forests and coastal resources. As Conservation Director, you will lead a dynamic program team and coordinate WWF Kenya’s conservation efforts by defining priorities, linking to global conservation outcomes, monitoring progress and assessing impact. You are a holistic thinker and strong communicator, passionate and committed to conservation and sustainable development.

Deputy Regional Director, Campaigns

As Deputy Regional Director for Campaigns, you will play a key leadership role in the Southern Africa Regional Office of Amnesty International. You understand campaigning trends and innovations and can guide and lead your team members to deliver high quality and impactful campaigns for human rights. You are strategic, resilient and creative, and uphold the high standards that underpin the credibility of Amnesty International.

Leitung Kommunikation und Programme

Als Leiter/in Kommunikation und Programme steuern Sie die Marke der CBM-D, leiten sämtliche strategische Kommunikationsaktivitäten und stellen die politische Interessenvertretung sicher. Mit einem Team von ca. 45 Mitarbeiterinnen und Mitarbeitern bearbeiten und entwickeln Sie zudem unser globales Programmportfolio. Gleichzeitig konzipieren Sie mit den Kolleginnen und Kollegen aus dem Fundraising integrierte Ideen und Konzepte zur Realisierung der strategischen Ziele der CBM-D.

Regional Director, Latin America and the Caribbean

Across the globe, an estimated 8 million children live in institutions. Most are there for a complex combination of reasons – poverty, disability, housing, and a lack of access to health and education services. Lumos is working to end the institutionalisation of children globally by 2050. As the Regional Director for Latin America and the Caribbean, you will lead the development of the regional strategy and oversee the country programs in Colombia and Haiti. You are a skilled influencer, adept in operational management, and share a passion for advancing children’s rights and well-being.

Vorstand Kommunikation

Als Vorstand Kommunikation sind Sie für das gesamte Fundraising-, Marketing- und Kommunikationsportfolio von terre des hommes zuständig. Sie leiten das Team und seine Referatsleiter und -leiterinnen fachlich, wie disziplinarisch. Als Teil der Geschäftsführung arbeiten Sie zudem an den strategischen Zielen und der Vision der Organisation mit und gestalten so gemeinsam mit Ihren Kollegen und Kolleginnen die Zukunft der Organisation.

Research & Support Consultant

As a research and support consultant, you will be part of the search team, developing research strategies and supporting consultants in executive search. This includes mapping of organisations and sectors, as well as documenting outreach and communication. You are persistent, thorough and enjoy analysing the international development and nonprofit landscape. At the same time, you are organised and understand how to maintain order across databases and other digital systems, keeping us compliant with GDPR at every step.

Associate Director

At SEEK Development, you will have a unique opportunity to drive change in global development and shape a growing consultancy firm committed to social impact. As Associate Director, you will grow and deepen SEEK’s global policy and strategic advocacy practice area. You excel in leading high performing teams to support global organizations to solve some of their toughest challenges. Innovation, creativity and the highest professional standards are key parts of your DNA.

Director of Operations, United States

This important role offers the opportunity to be part of a growing team on the leading edge of providing innovative services for trafficked children in the US. The growing prominence of Love146 in their field means they need a capable and assured person to manage operations and systems across three states as the organization expands to around 60-70 staff in the next 5-6 years. Retention rates at Love146 are high and are attributed to a workplace culture centered on authenticity and positivity.

National Association Director

This is a great opportunity for an experienced and driven manager to translate Handicap International's global strategy into the Swiss context. You will grow HI's brand and lead the teams in Geneva and Bern through the next steps of the organisational change, as well as influencing, networking and increasing their resources for the global fight against poverty and exclusion.

Chief Executive Officer

The Southern Africa Trust is searching for a CEO to drive its work reducing poverty and inequality in Southern Africa by strengthening the voice of poor people in public policy processes. We are looking for a CEO who has strong relationship skills, both in leading staff and relating to key stakeholders across the region. The CEO should be politically and strategically savvy; able to mobilise resources; committed to driving a regional agenda; and innovative in their commitment to build a financially, socially and environmentally sustainable organisation.

Campaign Manager - Animals in Farming, Thailand

The majority of animals farmed for food live in conditions that cause suffering and stress. It’s time to rethink farming. In this new role, the Campaign Manager for Animals in Farming will lead the local implementation of a Thai campaign targeting industrial pig farming. We are looking for an excellent campaigner who is assertive, tactful and strategic in building power to affect change.

Head of Campaigns - Animals in Disasters

When disasters strike, the impact is devastating for animals and the communities that depend on them. The Head of Campaigns for Animals in Disasters will lead all activities for this global campaign, the longest running campaign of World Animal Protection. In this role, you will manage a global campaign strategy that finds a balance between emergency response and campaigning and ensures that governments and key stakeholders include animals in their disaster planning.

National Association Director

This is an unusual opportunity for an experienced and driven manager to translate Handicap International's global strategy into the German context. You will grow HI’s brand and lead the teams in Berlin and Munich through the next steps of the organisational change, as well as influencing, networking and increasing their resources for the global fight against poverty and exclusion.

Head of Country Support

As Head of Country Support, you will coordinate ActionAid’s members in Europe and the Americas, providing support in operations, fundraising and governance. You will bring together ActionAid leaders from across these two regions, understanding what support they need from each other and from the centre—and making sure they get it. You will also work on risk management and compliance issues, as well as help coordinate external engagements with bodies such as the European Union. Your work will involve travel and working with people from a range of cultures.

Executive Director

GNDR is searching for a successor to its founding Executive Director to lead its secretariat and global network. You will be working to reduce disaster risk around the world and increase community resilience. We are looking for a strategic leader and communicator with a commitment to the role of civil society in building disaster resilience and strengthening Disaster Risk Reduction at the grassroots level. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a growing network with a vital role to play in a world facing climate change and other geopolitical disruptions.

Global Campaign Manager - Traditional Medicine

This is an exciting opportunity to take a key role in shaping and delivering a high impact global campaign to end the demand for and use of wild animals in traditional medicine. This new campaign will build on the strong legacy of World Animal Protection in protecting wildlife from cruelty of the traditional medicine industry in Asia. This will be a priority campaign for World Animal Protection in the years ahead.

Programme Manager

ICCO is seeking a talented Programme Manager to lead the STARS programme, which covers four countries in East and West Africa. The Programme Manager will bring knowledge of microfinance in the agricultural sector and value chain development. Experience of working with large donors, building and strengthening relationships, along with disciplined reporting and effective grant management will be critical to success.

International Programme Director

The International Program Director of Greenpeace International will drive a global strategy that aims to shift the way power is distributed and focuses on the wellbeing of people and the planet’s health. Reporting to the International Executive Directors, you will lead a team of international campaign leaders and support the efforts of the national and regional offices working in 55 countries. You understand what makes campaigns effective and how to adapt strategy in times of change. You also have strong internal leadership skills to motivate a dispersed team and build effective organizational processes for a complex global organization.

Fundraising Director

You will drive the engine of Greenpeace in one of its fastest-growing regions in terms of income and monthly supporters. As a member of Greenpeace East Asia’s Fundraising & Engagement Leadership department, you will lead two teams; one focusing on supporter retention and the other on development and acquisition. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of global fundraising; developing new techniques in high-growth and emerging markets, and taking advantage of the global resources and networks Greenpeace has to offer.

Senior Strategic Communications Specialist

The World YWCA has an ambitious goal: to reach 100 million young women and girls transform power structures to end gender inequality by 2035. As Strategic Communications Specialist, you will articulate the brand and voice of the global movement. Your ability to create compelling communications will engage donors, partners and members, and help the global YWCA movement grow.

Lead Strategic Partnerships and Resource Mobilization

The World YWCA is seeking a Lead, Strategic Partnerships & Resource Mobilization to drive an ambitious growth strategy for the World YWCA. You are a senior leader who is aware of global partnership trends and motivated to create opportunities that promote young women’s leadership and human rights. You are organized and impact-driven, with exemplary relationship building skills.

Country Director, Burkina Faso

You will be taking on a well-regarded country programme; consolidating work that was done in a recent transformation and restructuring. Plan International has moved away from reliance on sponsorship and by leading grant-funded programmes, you will be enabling over 40,000 vulnerable and marginalised children access their rights.

Executive Director, StrongMinds Uganda

StrongMinds has an ambitious goal: to treat and improve the lives of two million African women with depression by the year 2025. As Executive Director, you will lead the operations of the social enterprise in Uganda, managing staff and programs across the country and laying the groundwork for the organization to expand to new countries. You are a proven strategist, strong manager, and cross-cultural communicator. You are not afraid to push for results that enable not only women but their entire families, to lead more healthy, productive and satisfying lives.

GeschäftsleiterIn

Die/der neue GeschäftsleiterIn für Greenpeace wird die Organisation mit neuem Organisationsdesign nach turbulenten Zeiten zielgerichtet und agil ausrichten. Neben der Implementation und Weiterentwicklung des neuen Designs für die Schweiz wird es auch darum gehen, das Framework erfolgreich in die Landesstrategie einzuarbeiten, die Organisationskultur zukunftsorientiert zu gestalten und Greenpeace CH im Kontext des internationalen Verbandes zu platzieren. Des Weiteren wird es Aufgabe der/des neuen GeschäftsleiterIn sein, Greenpeace wieder vermehrt in der Öffentlichkeit zu repräsentieren und so auch das Profil der Organisation in der öffentlichen Wahrnehmung zu schärfen und sichtbarer zu machen.

Deputy General Secretary

World YWCA is looking for a Deputy General Secretary, who will work closely with the General Secretary and the Lead of Young Women’s Engagement to guide the strategic transformation of the World YWCA movement and its member associations in line with the World YWCA Goal 2035 to mobilize 100 million empowered young women for social transformation.

West Africa Director

This position will empower and grow the West Africa regional team, optimising and enhancing CBM’s work across its country offices. The person will lead the regional offices through change within the organisation and heading the development and implementation of CBM’s new global operating model for the West African region. They will also be the driving force in building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders.