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About Malala Fund
Registered in the U.K., U.S. Nigeria, and Pakistan, Malala Fund is working toward a world where all girls can learn and lead. Malala Fund advocates for resources and policy changes needed to give all girls a secondary education. The girls we serve have high goals for themselves and we have high expectations for leaders who can help them. We invest in local education leaders and front-line organizations, the people who best understand girls in their communities in regions where most girls are missing out on secondary school. We give girls the tools they need to advocate for education and equality in their communities and a platform for the world to hear their voices. We believe girls should speak for themselves and tell leaders what they need to learn and achieve their potential.
About the position
The Director, Government Relations will be responsible for strategically building and managing Malala Fund’s relationships and engagements with governments, elected officials, administration leaders and civil servants to further advance our global advocacy initiatives. The Director is accountable for the development and implementation of Malala Fund’s political influencing strategies and the overall coordination of all Malala Fund’s government relations outreach across key markets in the Global North and MENA regions in order to advance the full portfolio of Malala Fund’s global advocacy priorities. They will lead and oversee direct advocacy towards policymakers – strengthening Malala Fund’s organisational identity as a leading advocate for girls’ education – and inform opportunities to leverage the voice of Malala Fund’s co-founders – Malala and Ziauddin Yousafzai – with governments in support of Malala Fund advocacy.
The ideal candidate is a global political strategist with a deep knowledge of how governments operate, political platforms and influencing spaces most relevant for Malala Fund advocacy priorities, and the wider geopolitical environment in which we operate. They have a deep knowledge of how to influence across different political contexts and have a proven ability to build strong networks and connections with senior decision-makers, experience in diplomacy and a strong commitment to gender equality.
Location: Hybrid position out of our Washington, DC Office; may consider New York City candidates.
Responsibilities
Strategy and Leadership
Representation and Relationship Management
People Management
Organisational Culture
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Living our Values
We aim to center girls in all we do and create a supportive environment where people excel in their craft while never compromising our organizational values:
We aim high. Inspired by the girls we serve, we set ambitious goals for ourselves and push others to do the same. We focus on impact and delivering tangible, purposeful results.
We dare to be brave. We speak truth to power and hold leaders accountable to their commitments to girls. We have the difficult conversations, say yes to tough projects and aren’t afraid to take risks
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We value differences. Our best work happens when we bring many voices to the table. We embrace diverse perspectives and open dialogue. We strive for equity in all we do and are always learning from others.
We think creatively. Getting all girls in school requires innovative thinking and solutions. We are resourceful and seek unconventional approaches to overcoming challenges.
We act with integrity. The relationships we build are grounded in trust and accountability. As an organization and with each other, we endeavor to do what’s right and respectful.
If challenging the status quo that limits girls’ potential excites you, we might be the perfect fit!
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Please note that due to the very high number of applications we receive when positions are posted, we may only be able to respond directly to candidates who we wish to move forward in the interview process.
Malala Fund is an equal opportunity employer and inclusive organization who welcomes applications from under-represented and intersectional groups including BIPOC, LGBTQ and persons with disabilities. We are seeking people with different backgrounds, cultures, ages, experiences and identities to provide a wide range of experience, ideas, views and insights into the strategy, policies, culture and ambitions of Malala Fund.
Malala Fund is also committed to ensuring the safety of those involved in our work. Our first priority is protecting everyone who comes in direct or indirect contact with our organization.
Malala Fund has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and exploitation by any of our staff, representatives or partners. We commit to ensuring that those who work with Malala Fund or on our behalf are able to work in an environment that is free from harm. To this end, Malala Fund reserves the right to conduct background checks on prospective and current employees.
Full Time
$182k-249k (estimate)
06/15/2024
07/01/2024
malala.org
Washington, DC
50 - 100
Business Services
The following is the career advancement route for Director, Government Relations positions, which can be used as a reference in future career path planning. As a Director, Government Relations, it can be promoted into senior positions as a Government Affairs Senior Director that are expected to handle more key tasks, people in this role will get a higher salary paid than an ordinary Director, Government Relations. You can explore the career advancement for a Director, Government Relations below and select your interested title to get hiring information.