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Director, International Programs & Partnerships
Save the Children believes every child has the right to a future. In Canada and around the world, we do whatever it takes โ every day and in times of crisis โ to support children to fulfill their rights to a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn, and protection from harm. With over 100 years of experience, Save the Children is the worldโs first and leading independent childrenโs organization โ transforming lives and the future we share.
THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKE:
Reporting to the VP, Operations, the Director, International Programs and Partnerships (IPP) provides leadership to Save the Children Canadaโs (SCC) International Programs and is overall responsible for the strategic and operational development and implementation of SCCโs international programming portfolio and related strategic initiatives. The Director, IPP will collaborate with senior management colleagues across the organization to identify opportunities for enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in processes. They will take a creative approach to overcoming challenges in support of SCCโs strategy. Additionally, this role will proactively cultivate strategic partnerships within the SCI/A movement and externally across Canadaโs ย international development sector.
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Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
International Program Leadership and Strategyย
Develop, implement and continuously refine the IPP strategy and plans in alignment with SCCโs organizational ambition, strategic goals and objectivesLead the articulation of the IPP ambition, and its impact within SCCโs organizational identity and narrativeย Monitor the implementation of the IPP strategy using results-based performance metrics, ensuring timely adjustments are made as neededStrategically allocate and manage resources across the department to effectively and efficiently deliver on organizational and departmental strategies and plans, including the revenue growth strategyStrategic Partnerships and Relationship Managementย
Develop and maintain partnerships that enhance SCCโs value as a Member organization within the federated model and pursuit of localizationย Cultivate and manage relationships with key Save the Children Members and Save the Children International (SCI) Centre, and Regional and Country Directors to proactively develop and execute on opportunities for shared impactย Oversee the development, execution and maintenance of institutional account strategies, plans and targets, including as relevant donor engagement strategies (e.g. Global Affairs Canada)Collaborate with Resource Development team to pursue strategic partnerships with the private sectorย Strengthen existing program partnerships within our sector in Canada and cultivate new, non-traditional program partnership to respond to emerging trendsยInternational Program Portfolio Management ย
Ensure IPP portfolio aligns with SCCโs ambition, strategic goals while strengthening its articulation through evidence-based insightsDrive revenue growth within the portfolio with institutional donors in order to achieve SCCโs strategy and closely collaborate with the Resource Development Department to build strategic partnerships with non-institutional donorsLead the analysis of systems and procedures across the International Program portfolio management and implement improvements for increased efficiencyOversee the execution of the IP portfolio targets, including achievement of impact, reach and budget on active, pipeline and overlay awardsยPeople Management
Qualifications include (but are not limited to):
Completion of post-secondary education in International Development, International Relations or relevant field; post-graduate degree is an asset7-10 years of experience in International Development, preferably with experience working in countries of operationA minimum of 5 years of experience in a supervisory/managerial roleStrong leadership, team building capabilities with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to develop strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and managing through influenceย Strategic big picture thinker, with the ability to translate vision and strategy into actionable plans and measurable resultsAbility to apply discretional tact, judgement and make sound decisions that are financially responsible, accountable, justifiable, and in adherence to organizational policies ย Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to refine processes and enhance efficiency and impactย Proven ability to work cross-functionally, bringing together teams from across the organization to work collaborativelyย Strong emotional intelligence and negotiation skills to engage with diverse perspectives while maintaining positive and respectful relationshipsAbility to travel internationally occasionally as requiredยย
WHAT WE OFFER
This position salary range betweenย $115,639.15 - $138,766.55ย CAD depending on skills and experience. In addition to this, our employees will have the following package of additional benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package for you and your dependents available in three months after employment.ย Coordinated benefits for your partner paid by Save the Children Canada.Hybrid workplace, and flexible work hours to support employee wellbeing and productivity.Confidential Employee Assistance Program services available to you and your dependents from your first day of employment.Discounted rate for a GoodLife membership.Organization-wide membership with Headspace.ย 3 weeks of annual leave.In addition to annual leave, we offer a December 25 - January 1 office closure (SAVE Days) so we can all recharge simultaneously.Paid 3-day-personal days.ย Paid 3-day-float days.ย Paid 10-day-sick leave.Parental leave top-up.Employer contributions to group pension plan.ย Learning and development opportunities and specialized training.ย
HOW TO APPLY?
If you are interested in this position, please visitย https://www.savethechildren.ca/ and submit your resume and cover letter by 5:00 PM EST April 17, 2025. Internal candidates, please apply via ADP by 5:00 PM EST April 10, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on ongoing basis. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.ย
It is our individual and collective responsibility to ensure all children are protected from deliberate or unintentional acts that lead to the risk of, or actual, harm caused by our employees. Each employee shall be aware that there may be additional vulnerabilities facing children associated with their age, socio-economic background, disability, gender, racial heritage, religious belief, identity, sexual orientation or identity, and is committed to ensuring this does not form barriers to effective safeguarding.
Each employee is committed to fostering and sustaining a safe environment through proactive, accessible, and effective approaches that seek to prevent and respond to any harm to the children including but not limited to sexual exploitation and abuse. SCC and all its employees will take all reasonable steps to make itself safe, both as an organisation and in the conduct of all aspects of its day-to-day operations of emergency, humanitarian, developmental, policy, campaigning and administrative work.
SCC is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (โAODAโ). Providing an accessible and barrier-free environment is a shared effort, and as an organization, SCC is committed to working with the necessary parties to make accessibility for all a reality.ย If you require an accessibility related accommodation during any stage of the recruitment or employment process, please notify People & Culture atย peopleandculture@savethechildren.ca