Sr. Director, Global Technical Corps

This position can be based in South Africa, Thailand, Senegal, or Jordan.

Responsibilities/Duties:

Complexity & Problem Solving:

The Sr. Director leverages market analysis and organizational strengths to identify priority areas for growth, aligning staffing and resources accordingly. Working closely with senior leadership and business development teams, they develop and execute strategies to secure projects across diverse funders. Continuous assessment of quality and fostering thought leadership within Centers are integral aspects of this role.

Discretion & Impact:

As a high-profile advocate, the Sr. Director serves as a spokesperson for FHI 360 across technical areas, shaping market strategies and driving business growth. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, they ensure coherence and effectiveness in achieving Strategic Growth objectives. Additionally, they oversee the alignment of resource mobilization plans with operational strategies, maximizing impact and visibility.

Collaboration & Interaction:

The Sr. Director cultivates collaborative partnerships with funders, government entities, and stakeholders to enhance FHI 360’s reputation and inform strategic decision-making. Serving as a representative to external stakeholders, they foster relationships critical to organizational success. Internally, they facilitate knowledge sharing and best practices dissemination, promoting a culture of achievement and accountability.

Management & Supervision:

Leading the Global Technical Corps, the Sr. Director manages a team of technical experts and their direct reports, ensuring effective team management and adherence to locally led development principles. They support capacity strengthening and coordination across Strategic Growth teams, fostering an environment conducive to innovation and collaboration.

Embraces other duties as assigned, contributing to the team’s multifaceted and evolving responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Knowledge & Skills:

The Sr. Director is a visionary leader with extensive experience in international development and strategic planning. They possess strong project management, business development, and personnel management skills, with a proven track record of integrating cross-cutting issues into technical areas of work. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities are essential for success in this role.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Relevant bachelor’s degree or its international equivalent in Knowledge/Information Services, Communications, Education, Environment, Health, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences, International Development, Human Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years related experience, managing nonprofit programs and technical delivery in international development settings; 12 years and a master’s degree; 9 years and a PhD; or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience to perform job responsibilities effectively.
• Minimum 8 years in leadership and management, specifically with operational oversight of multiple departments. Experience in management of technical programs, research, and quality services and delivery.