Job Description
Senior Director, Government & Multilateral Affairs
Position Summary
The Senior Director, Government and Multilateral Affairs, will lead Teach For All’s global strategy to strengthen government and multilateral engagement in support of more conducive policy frameworks in which our partners operate to be able to diversify and strengthen the teaching workforce and, ultimately, accelerate their mission and impact.
Working across regions, the role will build a global coalition of diverse stakeholders to advance policy frameworks that strengthen the teacher workforce and its sustainability. Through strategic partnerships, thought leadership, and cross-sector convening, the Senior Director will lead Teach For All’s contribution and convening power as a trusted actor in global and regional conversations on the future of the teaching profession.
At the same time, the role will translate these global partnerships and policy opportunities into practical value for Teach For All network partners. Working closely with regional teams, the Senior Director will advise and support partners to engage governments, access public and multilateral funding, strengthen enabling policy environments, and expand opportunities to place fellows and influence education systems in their local contexts.
This position is part of the Government and Global Partnerships team, a global team working to strengthen government, multilateral, and global partnerships in alignment with Teach For All’s mission and will collaborate closely with regional support teams and global learning teams to ensure coordinated, high-impact support for network partners.
Key Responsibilities
Global Teacher Workforce Strategy & Coalition Building
Lead Teach For All’s global strategy on teacher workforce development by building a coalition of governments, multilateral organizations, philanthropy, researchers, and civil society to advance policy frameworks and collective action that strengthen the teaching profession.
Strategic Advisory to Network Partners
Support network partners in translating global policy momentum into national impact by developing government engagement strategies, unlocking public and multilateral funding, strengthening enabling policy environments, and expanding opportunities for fellow placement and long-term organizational sustainability.
Network Learning & Thought Leadership
Generate and disseminate learning, practical tools, and evidence that strengthen partners’ public sector engagement while positioning Teach For All as a global thought leader on teacher workforce development and systems change.
Qualifications
- At least 12 years of experience with or in government relations, development, public administration, or a related field.
- Proven success working with or in public institutions, multilateral organizations, or other donors
- Required experience supporting or leading with grassroots and locally led organizations in developing public sector engagement strategies in ASEAN
- Exceptional relationship-building, facilitation and coaching across cultures
- Strong understanding of policymaking, development financing, and government systems, especially in the education sector and in developing countries
- Strategic thinker with the ability to navigate complex political and operational environments
- Comfort working in a global, networked, and fast-paced environment
- English fluency required; additional language(s) strongly preferred
What Teach For All Offers:
Commitment to cultivating a culture in which all staff members feel they belong, are valued for their contributions, and have an impact on our organization’s progress
Professional and personal development experiences and ample opportunities to make a positive impact on the work of Teach For All and beyond
Comprehensive benefits package designed for your 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
All work is delivered virtually. Up to 20 % of travel 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.
About Teach For All
Teach For All is a global network of over 60 independent, locally led organizations and a global organization united by a commitment to developing collective leadership to ensure all children can fulfill their potential. Each network partner recruits and develops promising leaders to teach in their nations’ under-resourced schools and communities and, with this foundation, to work with others, inside and outside of education, towards a world where all children have the education, support, and opportunity to shape a better future. Teach For All’s global organization works to increase the network’s impact by supporting the development of new organizations; fostering network connectivity and learning; providing coaching and consulting; and enabling access to global resources for the benefit of the network.
