Senior Director, Equity and Social Cohesion

The Senior Director, Equity and Social Cohesion leads a cross-organizational process of analysis, evidence review, and organizational planning to identify, develop and drive innovative approaches to addressing complex development challenges within FHI 360’s new Center for Advancing Equity and Social Cohesion. The Senior Director will report to the SVP of the Strategic Growth group in FHI 360’s Global Operations. This role is pivotal in shaping the new Center’s strategic vision and operational activities to address global challenges, influence markets, and capitalize on business opportunities aligned with FHI 360’s strategy. The Senior Director spearheads the development of long-term operational plans and overall organizational strategy essential for achieving impact on the designated Big Global Challenge (BGC) of Eroding Social Cohesion and Increasing Inequality.

The Senior Director will work closely with organizational leaders to identify priority growth areas, establish partnerships, secure coalitions, manage portfolio growth, facilitate thought leadership, shape markets, elevate FHI 360’s profile, and secure business in new growth areas. The Senior Director will coordinate with key internal stakeholders, including the VP, Business Development and Partnerships, and technical teams across global operations, ensuring responsiveness to changing needs and fostering harmonized business development planning. The Senior Director is also the main point of contact for the Chief Impact Officer and Chief Strategy and Evidence Officer, facilitating alignment with advocacy, policy positions, and impact metrics for equity and social cohesion. Recognized as a thought leader, the Senior Director guides critical issues, utilizing extensive knowledge to shape ideas and principles. Collaboration within and outside Global Operations is crucial for achieving organizational objectives. 

This position can be based in any country where FHI 360 has a registered office, and where the candidate has relevant work authorization.

Responsibilities/Duties:

Complexity & Problem Solving:

• Navigate complex issues within the international development landscape, leveraging expertise to define and address challenges unique to the Center’s focus area. 

• Develop and execute long-term operational plans that align with FHI 360’s organizational strategy and address equity and social cohesion challenges. 

• Translate FHI 360’s overarching organizational strategy into actionable plans for the Center for Advancing Equity and Social Cohesion. 

• Identify priority areas to grow FHI 360’s equity and social cohesion practice area based on market analysis and FHI 360’s competitive strengths. 

• Select opportunities to pursue across diverse funders to grow the portfolio and secure funding for research, programs, and advocacy. 

• Foster innovation and drive the adoption of evidence-based practices in the portfolio. 

• Achieve lasting impact …