Strategic Alliances Director: Mission Impact Leader

HOPE International; Durham (NC); Remote; USD 84,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HOPE International seeks a Senior Professional to lead the Strategic Alliances team, oversee the Christian Economic Development (CED) network, and pursue partnerships that advance HOPE’s mission. Location flexibility includes Lancaster, PA or Durham, NC with remote US options.

The role requires a strong track record in leadership, microfinance exposure, and relationship building across global development actors, with travel up to 50+ days per year. Reports to the VP of Mission and Strategy.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of leadership, strategy and industry experience; microfinance and international development preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, microfinance, international development, economics or related field.
• Strong relationships within the Christian economic development space; track record of building initiatives and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Promote and contribute to HOPE’s mission and vision.
• Lead the strategic alliances team and set expectations, priorities, and shared goals.
• Steward team resources, contribute to strategic and budget planning, align with HOPE’s mission and strategy.
• Model servant leadership, mentor and coach staff with regular one-on-one meetings.
• Provide prayerful feedback to encourage growth and accountability.
• Lead HOPE’s network partnerships strategy and chair the CED network steering committee.
• Plan and execute network events and global regional strategy exploration.
• Coordinate HOPE’s partnership guide and maintain learning within the network.

Skills

Leadership

Strategy

Partnerships

Management

Public speaking

Communication

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

HOPE International seeks a Senior Professional to lead the Strategic Alliances team, oversee the Christian Economic Development (CED) network, and pursue partnerships that advance HOPE’s mission. Location flexibility includes Lancaster, PA or Durham, NC with remote US options.

The role requires a strong track record in leadership, microfinance exposure, and relationship building across global development actors, with travel up to 50+ days per year. Reports to the VP of Mission and Strategy.