Director - Government

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Position Summary The Director will lead a government office responsible for advancing dual priorities of humanitarian coordination and economic/business development. The role bridges international humanitarian efforts with private-sector engagement, positioning the office as a hub connecting relief organizations, government policy, and business investment. The Director will represent the office in high-level government, diplomatic, and corporate settings, and will oversee strategy, operations, staff, and stakeholder relationships. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Set and execute the office's strategic vision, aligning humanitarian initiatives with broader economic and foreign policy priorities. Represent the office at senior government briefings, international summits, and business forums. Advise senior leadership on humanitarian trends, business development opportunities, and cross-sector partnerships. Humanitarian Coordination Oversee relationships with UN agencies, NGOs, and international humanitarian organizations operating within the jurisdiction or through the office's networks. Coordinate emergency response logistics, humanitarian aid distribution, and disaster relief partnerships. Ensure compliance with international humanitarian law and relevant regulatory frameworks. Business & Economic Development Drive initiatives that attract investment, support trade partnerships, and promote local businesses in sectors adjacent to humanitarian work (logistics, health, technology, finance). Build relationships with private-sector partners, chambers of commerce, and economic authorities to align business growth with humanitarian goals (e.g., public-private humanitarian financing, CSR-driven investment). Support public-private partnership (PPP) structuring for humanitarian and development projects. Operations & Governance Manage the office's budget, staffing, and performance metrics. Ensure transparent reporting to government stakeholders and international partners. Build and mentor a multidisciplinary team spanning humanitarian affairs, business development, legal, and communications Stakeholder & Government Relations Serve as primary liaison between the office, other government departments, international missions, and private enterprise. Represent the government's humanitarian and economic diplomacy agenda in bilateral and multilateral engagements. Qualifications / Education Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in International Relations, Public Policy, Business Administration, Development Studies, or related field strongly preferred. Experience 12–15+ years of progressive leadership experience spanning government, humanitarian organizations, or international business. Demonstrated experience working within government structures. Track record of managing large teams, multi-million-dollar budgets, and cross-sector partnerships. Experience engaging with UN bodies, international NGOs, diplomatic missions, or multinational corporations. Skills & Competencies Deep understanding of government structure and international humanitarian systems. Strong network across business, diplomatic, and NGO sectors. Excellent negotiation, public speaking, and stakeholder management skills. Fluency in relevant local and international languages preferred. Sound judgment in politically sensitive, cross-cultural, and high-visibility contexts.