Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

The Company is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to set strategic direction and lead a global alliance focused on improving outcomes for children and families. The CEO will guide organisational change, strengthen collaboration across members and teams, and build partnerships that expand the alliance’s reach and influence. Responsibilities include representing the organisation externally, advancing advocacy and knowledge mobilisation, overseeing innovation and programme impact, and developing sustainable funding. The role also involves leading a geographically dispersed team, working closely with the Board and other stakeholders, and ensuring effective governance and long-term organisational resilience. Candidates should bring significant leadership experience in an international or nationally significant organisation, network, or alliance, with a strong record of setting strategy, delivering impact, and leading complex change. Essential strengths include partnership development, fundraising, advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and leading remote teams across cultures and countries. Experience working with Boards and Trustees, alongside knowledge of issues affecting children and families, is required; familiarity with charity governance and regulatory requirements is desirable. Professional fluency in English is essential, while additional languages, particularly French or Spanish, are an advantage. The ideal candidate is an inclusive, values-led leader who champions locally led approaches and can balance collaboration with decisive action.