Global Partnerships & Strategic Engagement Director

PAX sapiens; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 vacation days

8 holidays

10 sick days

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Hybrid work model

Professional development funds

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

PAX sapiens seeks a Director of External Engagement to lead global partnerships, oversee grantmaking, development and fundraising, and manage government engagement. The role reports to the COO and oversees a team delivering program goals in a hybrid DC-based setting.

The ideal candidate will drive cross‑functional collaboration, build strategic partnerships with donors and institutions, and ensure compliance with applicable laws while advancing PAX's mission for human security and sustainable

Qualifications

• Graduate degree or 10+ years of equivalent experience in international relations or nonprofit management.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in international relations or social impact work in nonprofit/government/private sector roles.
• Familiarity with key donors, US government entities, and international organizations working in peacebuilding and crisis management.
• History of developing or managing a fundraising strategy for social impact organizations.

Responsibilities

• Support the creation of philanthropic consortia advancing PAX's issue areas.
• Identify external donors and design grants with program staff.
• Engage with government, foundations, and private donors to secure funding.
• Lead staff and contractors to deliver program goals.
• Develop budgets and manage staff to achieve program objectives.
• Build partnerships with government officials and multilateral institutions.
• Ensure compliance with US and global laws and regulations.

Skills

Strategic partnerships

Cross-cultural relationship building

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Inclusion and workplace culture

Education

Graduate degree in international relations / nonprofit management

Job description

PAX sapiens seeks a Director of External Engagement to lead global partnerships, oversee grantmaking, development and fundraising, and manage government engagement. The role reports to the COO and oversees a team delivering program goals in a hybrid DC-based setting.

The ideal candidate will drive cross‑functional collaboration, build strategic partnerships with donors and institutions, and ensure compliance with applicable laws while advancing PAX's mission for human security and sustainable