[Hiring] Director, Global Development @Teach For All

Role Description

Reporting to the Managing Director, Global Development, Teach For All seeks a full-time Director, Global Development. This pivotal role will:

• Manage a dedicated portfolio of donors across portfolios.
• Develop high-stakes communications for donors and prospects.
• Ensure fundraisers are equipped with the resources and systems they need to execute against their strategy.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic individual with strong critical thinking, project management, and communication skills to make a significant impact within a globally focused organization.

Responsibilities

As Director, Global Development, your key responsibilities will include:

• Portfolio Management and Donor Stewardship (50%):
  • Manage a dedicated portfolio of funders (across corporate, foundations, and individuals).
  • Design and execute targeted monthly and quarterly engagement strategies.
  • Manage relationships with counterparts on the donor side.
  • Leverage global platforms, convenings, and gatherings to cultivate donors.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and national network partners.
  • Produce high-quality written communications, including grant proposals and donor reports.
  • Maintain deep knowledge of Teach For All’s organizational strategy.
• Strategic Operations & Systems Management (50%):
  • Oversee and optimize Global Development’s data management strategy.
  • Develop and execute project management plans for donor events.
  • Facilitate the smooth functioning of the Global Development Team.
  • Support with the management of the Global Development Team budget.
  • Oversee all gift processing across portfolios and regions.
  • Plan and execute bi-weekly Global Development team calls.
  • Provide flexible and strategic capacity to various portfolios.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience, including fundraising and donor management.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills in English.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A strong commitment to Teach For All’s core purpose and values.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Sound judgment and discretion in managing confidential relationships.

Additional Desirable Skills

• Prior experience as an alumni and/or leader from within the Teach For All network is preferred.
• Proven experience managing and optimizing CRM systems, preferably Salesforce.

Benefits

• Commitment to cultivating a culture of belonging and value for contributions.
• Professional and personal development experiences.
• Comprehensive benefits package designed for well-being and work-life needs.
• Generous time off and flexible work arrangements.
• And much more!

Application Instructions

If this opportunity sounds like the next best step in your career, please submit your resume or curriculum vitae (CV) and a one-page letter of motivation (in English) directly online. Your letter should summarize motivations for your application and how your skills and experience align with the terms of this opportunity. We look forward to learning about you and your passion for ensuring educational opportunity for all!

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Therefore, candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.

Work Authorization

This position does not offer employment visa sponsorship, immigration assistance, or support for work permits or residency applications. To be considered, candidates must already possess valid work and residency authorization to work in the country of hire at the time of application.

Compensation

Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on country of hire and prior work experience and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Travel and Hours

The work will primarily be delivered virtually. Occasional travel up to 1-2 trips per year may be required. Given that we work across different time zones, some non-traditional hours for early or later calls are an expectation of this role.