Director of Global Affairs

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Plan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organisation committed to children living a life free of poverty, violence and injustice. We actively unite children, communities and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children’s and young people’s lives. We support children to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. We place a specific focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

JOB SUMMARY

Expertise, Skills and KnowledgeSenior leadership experience in global advocacy or public affairs within an international organisation.Extensive experience influencing at senior levels in the UN, intergovernmental bodies, and international policy spaces.Proven ability to lead global communications and brand strategies that support organisational positioning, reputation, and fundraising.Strong understanding of humanitarian advocacy and communications, particularly in fast-moving or crisis contexts.Demonstrated success advising senior leadership on political, reputational, and strategic issues in complex global environments.Expertise in crisis communications, risk management, and reputational safeguarding, including proactive scenario planning.Track record of leading cross-functional transformation, delivering measurable impact through lean, multi-skilled teams.Experience managing diverse, multi-location teams and budgets, with strategic resource allocation and operational efficiency.Knowledge of international development, humanitarian child rights, and gender equality, with a commitment to localisation and equity.Understanding of donor engagement and private sector partnerships as they relate to advocacy, influence, and communications.Excellent communicator, politically astute, with sound judgement and the ability to distil complex issues into compelling narratives; multilingual skills (especially French and/or Spanish) are an asset.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership & InfluenceLead Plan International’s global influencing strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and external trends.Advise senior leadership on political, reputational, and advocacy matters, shaping coherent, values-based positioning on global issues.Develop and implement stakeholder engagement strategies with donors, private sector, and thought leaders.Oversee integrated global public affairs strategy, ensuring brand and narrative support fundraising, partnerships, and digital engagement.Manage a lean, high-impact function with strategic budget oversight.Advocacy & Global RepresentationLead global advocacy priorities and coordinate influence across multilateral platforms and inter-agency spaces.Represent Plan or support senior leaders at key global fora (e.g. UNGA), ensuring alignment with strategic goals.Oversee Liaison Offices and build strategic partnerships with governments, multilateral bodies, civil society, and the private sector.Champion localisation and youth engagement to amplify authentic voices and drive equitable advocacy.Communications & BrandLead global communications strategy to ensure coherence, agility, and measurable impact across internal and external channels.Safeguard Plan’s brand and reputation through strategic oversight of crisis communications and risk management.Integrate communications to build transparency, trust, and engagement across the organisation.Leadership & CollaborationLead and develop a high-performing, multi-skilled team across geographies.Foster strong collaboration across National Organisations, Country Offices, and Regional Hubs to ensure shared ownership of advocacy and communications priorities.Risk & AccountabilityAnticipate and manage reputational risks, ensuring effective crisis response and safeguarding organisational trust.Ensure all advocacy and communications activities align with organisational policies, values, and ethical standards.Manage budgets and resources transparently and efficiently.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Car driving, Partnerships, Business development, Marketing

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Diploma, Associate's degree