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Executive Director

Forus is seeking a dynamic, motivated and creative leader to take up the role of Executive Director and guide the work of the network. The ED will work closely with the staff, members and governance bodies of Forus, to strengthen the voice and capacity of national NGO platforms and regional coalitions. This is a unique opportunity to lead a global platform working on core challenges facing NGOs today to address power imbalance to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities and achieving social justice, peace and democracy throughout the world.

Executive Director, Canada

Oxfam Canada believes that ending global poverty begins with women’s rights. As the Executive Director, you will lead a dynamic team working in Canada as part of the global Oxfam Confederation, working in partnership with the Board. You are a strong feminist communicator motivated by a passion for human rights and gender justice, with extensive senior management experience within international development. You also bring fundraising, media relations and change management skills that inspire confidence and trust.

Country Director, Thailand

At Right to Play, you will work for an organisation that protects, educates and empowers children to rise above adversity using the power of play. As Country Director in Thailand, you will lead a country office bringing diverse teams together around the values and commitments of child rights and represent the organisation with external partners. You are an innovative team leader who will take charge of organisational development, including programming and fundraising.

Secretary-General

ActionAid International is a global federation that works closely with civil society organisations, social movements and supporters to empower people living in poverty and exclusion. As Secretary-General, you will lead the federation, working in partnership with its board, international leadership team and affiliates. You are a seasoned organisational leader and people manager, skilled at navigating complex international organisations, with demonstrated experience promoting feminist leadership, women’s rights, internationalisation and human rights-based approaches.

Country Director, DRC

For the last 25 years, Women for Women International has offered life-changing programming to nearly half a million women survivors of war. As Country Director for the Democratic Republic of Congo, you will lead a programme that moves women from crisis and poverty to stability and economic self-sufficiency. You are are a committed advocate for women’s rights and empowerment, with excellent leadership, communication and management skills and the ability to operate successfully in unstable and challenging environments.

Country Representative, Afghanistan

Ranked the top NGO in the world for the fourth time running, BRAC is known for its holistic, community-based programming. As Country Representative for Afghanistan, you will lead BRAC’s work strengthening and deepening its programmatic work in health and education. You have significant programme leadership experience, strong regional knowledge and resource mobilisation skills. This is an exciting opportunity for a leader to build on the vast technical knowledge and resources within BRAC and apply it to Afghanistan.

Security Manager

Greenpeace Africa campaigns for bold change that speaks to power, which can lead to high-risk situations. As the Security Manager, you will lead the implementation of Greenpeace's security strategy across the continent, including security assessments, risk analysis and staff training. The Security Manager will travel across Africa, leading a small team and collaborating and building relationships with Greenpeace Africa teams and its partners. You are a strong communicator who can influence and advise at the executive level and create a culture of security within Greenpeace Africa.

Global Sector Coordinator, Agriculture — Global Inclusive Value Chains

As the agriculture portfolio within SNV grows, we are seeking a new Global Sector Coordinator for Agriculture to serve as the technical lead on proposal development and programme implementation. You will have the opportunity to lead a highly motivated and mission-driven team to deliver on programmes and products within SNV’s agriculture portfolio. You are an excellent communicator and thought leader working at the nexus of the private and development sector, who enjoys building public-private partnerships in an international and fast-paced growth environment.

Regional Director, Africa

As WRI lays the firm foundation for effective long-term engagement in Africa, we are seeking a dynamic Regional Director to lead organizational growth and transformational change on the continent. You are experienced in influencing decision makers and leading science-based research in Africa, and developing deep partnerships to create impact at scale. You are a savvy fundraiser and dedicated people manager, who can find synergy across disciplines and unite and solidify teams operating across multiple locations.

Executive Director

Sphere is a worldwide community that brings together INGO, UN agencies, donors, private sector, practitioners, and many others to improve the quality and accountability of humanitarian assistance around the world. Their flagship publication, the Sphere Handbook, is one of the most widely known sets of common principles to be applied in humanitarian response. As their Executive Director, you will lead the global strategic direction of this vibrant and committed global network to improve the quality and accountability of the humanitarian sector.

Director, Institute for Humanitarian Action

As the Director of the HI Institute for Humanitarian Action, you will be in charge of a unit serving the global network of Humanity and Inclusion (previously known as Handicap International), providing support and advice on ethical questions and international humanitarian law. You are experienced and knowledgeable of NGO field operations and international humanitarian law, as well as a savvy networker and relationship builder, ready to grow strategic relationships within the federation and with external partners.

Country Director, Afghanistan

As a politically fragmented and natural disaster-prone nation, Afghanistan has long faced levels of chronic insecurity, internal displacement, and widespread poverty. ACF works in Afghanistan delivering programs for nutrition, health, WASH, and mental health care across six provinces. As Country Director, you will be responsible for overseeing the development, funding and implementation of the country strategy and growth of the program portfolio. As a seasoned leader in complex contexts, you will bring resilience and expertise to a broad portfolio of humanitarian and development programs.

Geschäftsleiterin / Geschäftsleiter

Als CEO der Stiftung Biovision übernehmen Sie die operative Führungsverantwortung einer innovativen Nichtregierungsorganisation in der Schweiz, mit starkem Partnernetzwerk in Afrika. Sie leiten und gestalten die mittelgrosse NGO mit rund 40 Mitarbeitenden am Hauptsitz in Zürich im dynamischen Umfeld von nachhaltiger ökologischer Entwicklung im globalen, wie auch nationalem Kontext.

Country Director, Ethiopia

WRI Africa aims to be a leading voice for sustainability in selected countries on the continent by developing deep partnerships with key pan-African institutions to ensure our analysis, data and tools encourage large-scale impact. As Country Director, you will play an important leadership and strategic role in co-creating effective, efficient and coherent engagement of WRI in Ethiopia by expanding the reach and impact over time. Reporting directly to the Regional Director for Africa, you will join at the foundational phase of WRI Africa, giving you the opportunity to be an integral part of shaping the history of WRI in Africa. With excellent on-the-ground program experience, research expertise and communications skills, you will focus on development, environment, economic and governance issues which are in line with the expanding work in Africa.

3 Global Campaign Leaders

Greenpeace International stands at the forefront of global environmental challenges, working to change mindsets and power dynamics so that we can protect our climate, forests and oceans and transform energy systems. As a Global Campaign Leader, you will lead and manage the development, execution and delivery of global campaign strategy goals. You will also lead innovative global campaign strategies while influencing decision-makers across the national and regional offices.

Director, Humanitarian Action and Resilience

ActionAid International (AAI) seeks to be an innovative game-changer in the humanitarian response sector. As the Director of Humanitarian Action and Resilience, you will be at the forefront of AAI’s humanitarian and emergency response, providing strategic leadership to the federation in times of disaster. Guided by a feminist approach, you will build AAI’s humanitarian signature that shifts power to local actors, holds humanitarian actors accountable to affected communities and actively promotes women’s leadership as well as protection of women’s rights. As Director, you will have the space to innovate, influence practice at local levels, as well as influence policy and discourse at the highest levels of decision making.

Country Director, Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso is a success story for WaterAid; the programme is well-funded and their advocacy has seen the right to water and sanitation being written into the country's constitution. The President has also committed to a ‘Zero Water Burden’ for women—and yet there is more to be done. A well-funded programme and talented team are waiting for your leadership and skills in advocacy to help people claim their rights and address inequalities in a society where access to sanitation remains low.

Starling Resources Director

Based in Bali, Starling Resources is an internationally-recognized consultancy with a track record of creating practical solutions for some of the most important economic, environmental and social problems facing companies, government agencies, and non-profit groups across Asia. The Director will take charge of the organizational development and growth strategy, as well as managing an experienced team that advise clients in the areas of conservation, climate and carbon issues, fisheries management, and forestry and land use.

Programme Officer, Campaigns, Prevent Child Abuse

The Prevent Child Sexual Abuse Programme at Oak Foundation has been working to build societies where children are never sexually abused. The aim is to hold global institutions accountable in preventing abuse, and to end impunity for child sexual abuse. While you will not be on the front line, your campaign experience will be important, as will your knowledge in engaging NGOs, funders, governments and global sports organisations at a high level. As a humble and engaged member of the team, you will contribute your knowledge and expertise to make a significant difference in the sector.

directrice générale ou directeur général, Canada

Afin de relever les grands défis environnementaux mondiaux, Greenpeace Canada s’efforce de protéger le climat, les forêts et les océans et de transformer notre système énergétique en luttant contre les carburants fossiles. À la direction générale, votre mandat consistera de poursuivre la transformation de Greenpeace Canada en une organisation soutenue par le pouvoir des citoyens. Vous devrez également maintenir la résilience de l’organisation et assurer sa victoire dans une poursuite-bâillon historique. Ce poste constitue une excellente opportunité pour une personne dévouée, courageuse et souhaitant diriger une organisation reconnue pour sa mobilisation créative et ses actes de désobéissance civile non-violente.

Executive Director, Canada

Greenpeace Canada stands at the forefront of global environmental challenges, working to protect our climate, forests and oceans and transform energy systems by mobilizing against fossil fuels. As Executive Director, you will continue Greenpeace Canada’s transformation into a people-powered organization, building new models of engagement. You will ensure our organization’s continuing resilience and victory in the face of a landmark environmental SLAPP suit. This is an exciting opportunity for a courageous and dedicated individual to lead an organization celebrated for creative activism and non-violent civil disobedience.

Head of Finance & Administration (m/w/d)

Als Head of Finance & Administration (s.o.) in der deutschen Sektion von Action contre la Faim haben Sie die Möglichkeit, internationalen Impact in Start-Up Atmosphäre mitzugestalten, das finanzielle Management sowie eine interne Controlling & Finanzberichterstattung auf- und auszubauen und so Teil einer der größten Organisationen im globalen Kampf gegen Mangelernährung zu werden. Als Mitglied des Leitungsteams und Leiter/in eines Teams ist Ihr Anpacken gefragt, um Aktion gegen den Hunger erfolgreich weiter mitaufzubauen.

Campaign Leader Environment

The Environment Programme at Oak Foundation has already made a positive impact on our oceans and you will be expanding on those successes. You will be fostering collaboration between NGOs to focus on issues and establishing a network of funders to support the work. Although you will not be on the front line, your campaign experience will be important and you know how to engage NGOs, funders and government at a high level. You will contribute knowledge and advice, and although your role leading from behind will also require a dose of humbleness, you will be making a significant difference in the sector.

Directeur/rice des Ressources Humaines

La fonction ressources humaines est au cœur de l’activité humanitaire d’ALIMA. Le/la DRH assume la responsabilité de l’ensemble de la fonction ressources humaines. Membre du comité de direction, il/elle est chargé(e) de donner à la Direction des Ressources Humaines une dimension stratégique et est responsable de la mise en oeuvre concrète de son Plan d’action. Il/elle participe à la construction d’ALIMA à travers l’amélioration continue des éléments clés d’une stratégie RH : recrutement, rétention, fidélisation, gestion administrative, et ce dans le respect des valeurs et principes portés par la Charte ALIMA.

Director, Africa Region

Ranked the top NGO in the world for the third time running, BRAC is known for its holistic, data-driven and community-based programming. As Director for Africa, you will lead BRAC’s work across more than five countries, strengthening and deepening its programmatic work. You have significant programme leadership experience, strong regional knowledge and resource mobilisation skills. This is an exciting opportunity for a leader to build on the vast technical knowledge and resources within BRAC and apply it to an Africa context.

Executive Director, International

Ranked the top NGO in the world for the third time running, BRAC is known for its holistic, data-driven and community-based programming. As Executive Director of BRAC International, working in close collaboration with the Founder and the Governing Board, you will set the vision, and lead the growth and development of BRAC in Africa and Asia (excluding Bangladesh). This is an outstanding opportunity for an inspiring, dynamic, and mission-driven leader who has led significant change and can bring energy, entrepreneurial spirit, and business skills to scale-up operations and solve complex development challenges as part of a large South-led, South-bred global organization.

Executive Director, Bangladesh

Since the independence of Bangladesh as a nation, BRAC has played a defining role in the country’s economic and social development. As Executive Director for BRAC Bangladesh, you will work closely with BRAC’s Founder, Board and senior management to lead the strategic shift of the organisation, both as BRAC transitions into a global organisation, and as Bangladesh transitions to a middle-income country and adapts to development challenges such as urbanisation, climate change and migration. You are a mission-driven, strategic leader who is able to inspire and manage a high-performing team, oversee complex programmes and business operations, and cultivate and sustain senior government, donor and other stakeholder relations, meanwhile offering a vision for the future of BRAC in Bangladesh.

GründungsgeschäftsführerIn

Hass im Internet hat die Kommentarspalten verlassen und sich zur Waffe gegen Institutionen und Individuen gewandelt. Mehr und mehr Menschen sind mit plötzlich auftretenden Kampagnen und regelrechten Hate-Storms konfrontiert. Ihr Vergehen: ein pointierter Tweet, Unterstützung für Flüchtlinge oder die falsche Hautfarbe. Wer Massenhass im Netz ausgesetzt ist, fühlt sich oft überfordert und allein gelassen. Das will HateAid ändern. Als GründungsgeschäftsführerIn sind Sie für den Aufbau eines Teams und die Schaffung organisationaler Strukturen sowie den Ausbau und die Implementierung der Organisationsstrategie (inkl. des Fundraisings) verantwortlich.

Executive Director

The OPEN Network is a force multiplier for activists and groups creating people-powered change in 19 countries. As Executive Director, you will lead the network into its new chapter, solidifying its strengths as a convener and advisor to progressive digitally-enabled organisations. You are skilled in organisational development, adept at working across cultures, and understand the place and the potential of a network. This role is an exciting opportunity for someone with a vision for connecting technology with social impact to coordinate and serve some of the world's leading social change organisations.

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.

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, 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.

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.

Leitung Wachstum, Bindung und Service

Als Leitung Wachstum, Bindung und Service unterstütz du die deutsche Sektion von Amnesty International in der globalen Menschenrechtsarbeit. Du verantwortest 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.