Global Director, Inclusive Urban Development & Partnerships

Cities Alliance; Brussel Hoofdstad; Hybrid; EUR 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Cities Alliance, hosted by UNOPS, is seeking a Director to lead inclusive urban development from Brussels. The role will position Cities Alliance as a global leader, strengthening member engagement, growth and resource mobilisation.

Based in Brussels, you will drive strategic partnerships with cities, donors and development banks to advance the SDGs, Paris Agreement and New Urban Agenda, delivering impact across urban poverty and climate resilience.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in senior leadership roles with strategy development and implementation.
• Experience in international political/diplomatic environments and governance bodies.
• Proven ability to mobilise significant institutional funding from donors and banks.
• Experience with concessional/non-ODA funding and public-private partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust financial architecture for the organisation.
• Oversee strategy, planning and performance at the Secretariat.
• Lead the Management Board and ensure effective governance.
• Drive partnerships, advocacy and communications with donors, banks and cities.
• Manage Secretariat operations and day-to-day activities.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Resource mobilisation

Policy influence

Programme management

Job description

Cities Alliance, hosted by UNOPS, is seeking a Director to lead inclusive urban development from Brussels. The role will position Cities Alliance as a global leader, strengthening member engagement, growth and resource mobilisation.

Based in Brussels, you will drive strategic partnerships with cities, donors and development banks to advance the SDGs, Paris Agreement and New Urban Agenda, delivering impact across urban poverty and climate resilience.