Global Communities works at the intersection of humanitarian assistance, sustainable development and financial inclusion to save lives, advance equity and secure strong futures. We support communities at the forefront of their own development in more than 35 countries, partnering with local leaders, governments, civil society and the private sector to achieve a shared vision of a more just, prosperous and equitable global community.
The Senior Regional Director (SRD) provides strategic leadership, oversight, and cross-departmental coordination for Global Communities’ field programs in a specific region. The SRD is accountable for the regional strategy. The role provides strategic guidance and supports development and ensures implementation of country-level strategies for sustainable impact and growth in the region. The SRD is responsible for developing a regional plan to support country strategies and monitor contributions towards the organization’s strategic plan, growth and priorities.
This SRD is responsible for ensuring oversight and support to program delivery and quality assurance across the portfolio and ensures adherence to compliance and quality assurance standards. The SRD liaises with other Global Communities senior leaders to proactively identify and lead resolution to implementation challenges. The SRD provides direction and offers guidance and support to country teams in emergency response situations. The SRD, with support from other regional SRDs and Senior Regional Managers, will lead the integration of operational and program systems, policies, and procedures to accommodate the coherence of crisis, stabilization and resilience programming.
This position supervises field leaders (Country Directors and Chiefs of Party) and works with them to anticipate and trouble-shoot program and operational challenges, contribute to their resolution, provide technical and operations oversight, and lead program start-up and close-out as required, as well as supporting emergency preparedness and response efforts. This position leads and supervises program management support staff, and reports to the Vice President, Program Operations and Delivery.
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Application Instructions
To be considered for this position, please apply (including your resume and cover letter) by 7/17/2024. Applications received after this date may be reviewed on a rolling basis until the job has been filled.
Location and Work Schedule
This selected candidate can be based in Silver Spring, MD. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
This role is on a hybrid/telework schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work at least twice as week (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday) from our Silver Spring, MD office and the remainder of the week from an approved home location.
Salary and Compensation
The estimated salary for this position is between $148,690 $185,862. Final salary will be based on several factors including qualifications, geographic location, experience, and internal equity. Global Communities provides a comprehensive benefits package; please note that this position is not eligible for allowances.
Safeguarding Policy
Global Communities holds strict safeguarding principles and has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. In the process of recruitment, selection, and appointment, Global Communities will conduct robust reference and background screening checks, including international vetting as a signature of the Global Misconduct Disclosure Scheme to ensure children and vulnerable adults are safeguarded, and abuse is prevented. The incumbent is required to carry out their duties in accordance with Global Communities Safeguarding policy and the Standards of Conduct.
EEO/ADA
Global Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Global Communities complies with all applicable provisions of the ADA and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities unless it provides undue hardship to the organization. If reasonable accommodation is necessary to participate in the recruitment process, please contact recruitment@globalcommunities.org.
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