Carnegie Corporation of New York · 2 weeks ago
Vice President, International Program
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$385K/yr - $415K/yr
15+ years expCarnegie Corporation of New York is one of the oldest and most influential American grantmaking foundations, dedicated to promoting international peace and the advancement of education. The Vice President, International Program is responsible for shaping and executing the Corporation’s global strategy while overseeing grantmaking and representing the organization with various stakeholders.
Education
Responsibilities
Refine and implement a strategy that advances the Corporation’s priorities across the three themes: Movements of People, Non-State Actors, and Preventing and Managing Conflict
Provide leadership on emerging geopolitical and societal trends shaping global peace and security while maintaining our long-time commitment to nuclear security and higher education in Africa
Ensure collaboration between the International Program, the National Program, and cross-foundation initiatives
Lead a team of 11 to design, manage, and evaluate grant portfolios that advance the program’s strategic framework
Identify high-impact organizations, networks, and research efforts that can shape and inform global policy and practice
Strengthen the program’s analytic capacity to assess risk, measure impact, and identify high-leverage opportunities
Build and sustain strong relationships with leaders across philanthropy, government, academia, and civil society to amplify the Corporation’s influence and impact
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with current and future global leaders in migration, peacebuilding, foreign policy, and civil society
Act as a public representative of the Corporation, conveying its mission and priorities at conferences and through the media
Build strategic partnerships that expand Carnegie’s influence and enable grantees to scale successful programs for broader impact
Engage actively with the Board of Trustees, providing insight and fostering strategic dialogue that enhances programmatic direction
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree in international relations, political science, public policy, regional studies, or a related field
Minimum of 15 years of leadership experience in international affairs, philanthropy, policy, or a globally oriented nonprofit or academic institution
Significant leadership experience in philanthropy and/or one or more of the relevant subject areas within the International Program portfolio
Intellectual curiosity and credibility across a breadth of relevant social and policy issues
A track record of designing and implementing strategic initiatives that yield measurable impact
Ability to collaborate thoughtfully and transparently with the president on important matters of mission and direction
Proven ability to lead high-performing, mission-driven teams, driving operational excellence, setting and measuring goals, and managing through change
Strong organizational skills and possession of budget management and fiscal administration acumen
Demonstrated experience working with a broad set of internal and external stakeholders to define and articulate ambitious objectives
Exceptional oral communication and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas clearly, concisely, and persuasively across a variety of formats and audiences
A strong command of grammar, tone, and narrative structure
Clear investment in Carnegie's mission and values, with a strong commitment to public service and the transformative power of philanthropy
A deep commitment and respect for bipartisanship and political centrism, reducing polarization, and the robust exchange of ideas
Cultivates a collaborative, energetic, solutions-oriented culture across the team
Driven by delivering quality, measurable benefits to Carnegie's grantees and the stakeholders they serve
Principled and ethical, demonstrating integrity, transparency, and a deep sense of fiduciary responsibility
A nimble, flexible leader who adapts quickly to changing circumstances
Instilled with a sense of optimism and openness to change, facing challenges head-on and adjusting strategy as needed
Benefits
Generous medical benefits
Retirement contributions
Company
Carnegie Corporation of New York
Carnegie Corporation of New York is the philanthropic foundation.
51-200 employees
Funding
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