Vice President for Global Programs Freedom House

Vice President for Global Programs

Location: Washington, DC

Freedom House promotes the spread of freedom and democracy around the world through research, effective advocacy, and programs that support frontline activists. We are a leader in identifying threats to freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports, including Freedom in the World. With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we support the right of every individual to be free.

Position Summary

The Vice President for Global Programs will provide overall strategic leadership, management, fundraising, and operational direction for global programs in line with the mission, goals and vision of Freedom House. The current portfolio of global programs includes freedom of expression, religious freedom, protection for civil society and human rights defenders, and strengthening human rights mechanisms of international organizations. This position will report to the President.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in political science, international relations, or related field

Superior ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

§ Ability to communicate effectively in a second relevant language is desirable

15-20 years of directly related experience; six years at senior management level

Mastery of human rights principles and mechanisms, and expertise in democracy promotion

Demonstrable expertise in history, culture, economics, politics and dynamics of program areas

Astute political judgment and strategic thinking and vision for applying international human rights standards for democratic governance, free expression, and associational rights

Strong familiarity with international human rights mechanisms

Superior fundraising skills with demonstrable ability to successfully cultivate donors/foundations

Superior ability to conduct research and apply strong analytical skills to translate complex terms and concepts clearly and engagingly into language easily comprehensible to nonexperts

Excellent ability to write, review, and edit proposals, reports, procedures, and other materials clearly, concisely, and factually, and present them in public and at high level meetings

Strong ability to coach and mentor staff and provide visionary leadership to a team of talented professionals from culturally diverse backgrounds

Some Duties and Responsibilities

Provide overall strategic direction, leadership, and management that assures programmatic excellence, and integrates all aspects of programmatic activities to include, advocacy, communications, finance, fundraising, management, monitoring and evaluation, and technology

Provide leadership for effective communication, collaboration, cooperation, and cohesiveness between and among programs, including prioritization of programming that may be competing for limited funding

Provide effective and clear direction ensuring advocacy and programmatic objectives are met and aligned with the mission of Freedom House

Increase capacity to generate and diversify revenue and fundraising to support and maintain existing programs

Ensure program side of organization coordinates closely with other parts of FH, including NY-based projects

Work effectively with VP for regional programs to maximize synergy and coordination

Recruit and retain top talent; build and lead cohesive and effective teams; coach, motivate and ensure professional growth and development of staff

Ensure accountability and good stewardship in the allocation and use of funds

Other related duties as assigned.

We offer great benefits including:

100% employer-paid dental insurance

100% employer-paid health insurance; or generously subsidized depending on plan and coverage

100% employer paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment

100% employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with generous matching funds with 2 year 100% vesting schedule

Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursable expenses

Transportation pre-tax payroll deduction for metro, and garage parking in DC

Generous paid vacation leave, sick leave, personal leave, and holidays

Tuition Reimbursement for graduate studies

And much more……

Qualified and Interested applicants

We invite qualified candidates to send a resume, and cover letter with salary history and desired salary (only candidates who send salary requirements will be considered for the position)to: recruiting@freedomhouse.org or fax at (202) 822-3893, Attention: HR Dept., referencing 2012-029VP Global Programs. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.

Only candidates authorized to work in the U.S. without any restrictions need apply.

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