[Hiring] Director, Network @Points of Light

Role Description

The Director, Network is responsible for building, strengthening, and growing the Points of Light Global Network, with a core focus on network organizational health, learning, community building, and capacity development. This role leads a comprehensive network strategy that equips affiliates with the tools, relationships, funding pathways, and shared programming needed to thrive and scale impact.

• Move from fragmented engagement to a coordinated relationship-based engagement model rooted in belonging.
• Shift from one-off programs to intentional, scalable capacity building.
• Ensure convenings are not just events, but strategic drivers of learning and network health.
• Align corporate partnerships with affiliate realities and readiness.

Qualifications

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• A ‘people person’ with excellent customer service skills, an ability to communicate from a place of values and purpose, and an ability to moderate conversations with our global community.
• Excellent organizational skills; precision and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize accordingly.
• Deep international awareness, preferably including experience living and/or working in non-US environments.
• Comfort working within ambiguity and a rapidly changing environment.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills with a focus on process improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, including experience in network management or engagement.
• Occasional travel overnight and/or internationally (estimated 15-20%).
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office. Knowledge of Salesforce, program management software (Asana), and data analytics/visualization tools are a plus.
• Fluency in English and proficiency in additional languages a plus.
• Ability to create a welcoming work environment for all.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and excellent benefits including a robust PTO program: 18 days of PTO (increases to 20 days after three years of service) and 10 holidays; plus, we are closed December 25-January 1.
• Medical, dental and vision benefits offered.
• Free life insurance, along with long-term and short-term disability.
• A 403(b) program with employer match.
• Parental leave and one day of volunteer time off per month.