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Director – Programs, Europe
Open Society Foundations. Lead development and execution of the Europe program strategy aligned with the organization's mission and values .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading social change initiatives and developing multi-country strategies across Europe, with a strong focus on grantmaking, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to build relationships with civil society organizations and manage high-performing teams to drive impactful outcomes.
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Social Change LeadershipMulti-Country Strategy DevelopmentGrantmaking Portfolio ManagementRisk Assessment and ManagementTeam Development and Management
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Hard Skills
Program Strategy ExecutionGrantmaking OversightBudget ManagementData Evaluation and LearningCrisis Management
Soft Skills
Relationship BuildingStrategic AdvisingCollaborationPublic Discourse ContributionCoaching and Development
Tools & Technologies
Philanthropic ToolsAdvocacy and CommunicationStrategic LitigationSocial Impact Approaches
Industry Keywords
Civil SocietyHuman RightsEquityJusticeCivic Space
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead development and execution of the Europe program strategy aligned with the organization's mission and values
- Identify opportunities to advance human rights, equity, justice, democratic participation, and civic space across Europe
- Analyze political, economic, and social developments and assess implications for the Europe portfolio
- Ensure strategies respond to changing regional contexts and emerging challenges
- Deploy organizational resources strategically to strengthen civil society, support movements, influence systems change, and drive lasting social impact
- Oversee a portfolio of grants across Europe and ensure grantmaking aligns with strategic priorities
- Build relationships with grantees, activists, civil society organizations, movement leaders, academics, and thought partners
- Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to partners
- Strengthen Europe networks, coalitions, and alliances
- Ensure impacted communities inform strategy and decision-making
- Represent the organization externally with funders, civil society leaders, policymakers, multilateral institutions, and peer philanthropies
- Convene stakeholders and contribute to public discourse on human rights, equity, and justice
- Oversee regional advocacy engagement
- Coordinate monitoring, evaluation, and learning efforts with the Strategy and Impact Unit
- Assess funding strategy effectiveness and adapt strategies based on changing realities
- Monitor and report programmatic progress to the VP, External Affairs and Office of the Chair and senior leaders
- Collaborate across policy, communications, advocacy, legal, operations, and network teams
- Assess political, reputational, operational, financial, and security risks associated with programs and grants
- Ensure responsible stewardship and compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational requirements
- Lead crisis management responses and submit Rapid Response requests
- Decline engagements with negative strategic implications
- Liaise with the Risk Director and Risk Preparedness Committee
- Lead, coach, and develop a small high-performing team of four direct reports/team members
- Establish goals, expectations, and professional development opportunities
- Organize senior leadership visits to the region
Requirements
What you’ll need- Prior significant experience leading social change and system-change work in civil society, government, multilateral institutions, and/or the private sector resulting in positive societal impact
- Proven experience developing and implementing regional or multi-country strategies across Europe
- Prior financial ($20m+), legal, and risk accountability at a large-scale programmatic level
- Prior experience leading programmatic or organizational-level change within organizations and/or systems that have undergone significant transformation
- Experience in multiple sectors
- Knowledge of philanthropic tools such as advocacy and communication, strategic litigation, and social impact approaches
- Demonstrated experience managing grantmaking portfolios, including funding recommendations, due diligence, and partner oversight
- Experience building and maintaining relationships with civil society organizations, grantees, policymakers, and philanthropic partners
- Proven track record leading, developing, and managing high-performing teams, including geographically dispersed teams
- Experience managing complex programs, budgets, and resources to achieve measurable impact
- Demonstrated ability to assess and manage strategic, operational, reputational, and political risks
- Experience using data, evaluation, and learning to inform strategy and decision-making
Benefits
Comp & perks- Exceptional opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact
- Generous annual professional development allowance for every employee
- Onsite training and learning conversations with visiting experts
- Generous time off and flexible work arrangements
- Employer-paid health insurance and dental plans for individuals and families (no employee contribution required)
- Exceptional retirement savings plan (non-contributory for employees)
- Life insurance
- Progressive paid parental leave
- Reproductive and family planning support
- Commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace
- Reasonable accommodations for applicants and colleagues with disabilities