Program Director, Gender Equality (International)

PROGRAM DIRECTOR (DIRECTOR)The Ford Foundation seeks a Program Director (Director) to lead and oversee its Gender Equality work and team. Grounded in the Foundation's long-standing commitment to social justice and gender rights, this role will work closely with Program Officers worldwide to achieve strategic programmatic outcomes that advance gender and sexuality rights across multiple regions.Reporting to senior foundation leadership, the Director provides visionary leadership and strategic direction while managing a globally distributed team of program officers. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with at least 10 years of experience in gender justice, working with diverse sectors, deep experience in the Global South, and demonstrated commitment to supporting the voice and agency of those who have been marginalized from power. They have experience managing complex institutional processes, building alliances across countries and regions, and leading staff through change. They also have a track record of success in achieving specific policy and programmatic outcomes in the Global South. Demonstrating a deep commitment to social justice and equity, they lead with transparency, accountability, and respect while cultivating a healthy, high-performing team environment.This position is primarily a sedentary role. However, the person in this position may need to occasionally move about inside the office to liaise with internal staff, access files, office machinery and a copy machine/printer. Additionally, domestic/international travel will be expected, up to 50%; some travel is directly related to grantmaking, but also to attend team conferences, retreats and meetings.The Director will be based in any of the following offices: Bogota (Colombia), Jakarta (Indonesia), Johannesburg (South Africa), Lagos (Nigeria), Mexico City (Mexico), Nairobi (Kenya), New Delhi (India), New York City (USA), or Rio de Janeiro (Brazil).The Ford Foundation is committed to practicing salary transparency. The minimum salary for this position is $269,000-$280,000. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of this range. The base range above represents the good-faith target for candidates based in New York City. For international candidates hired to work permanently in our offices outside of the U.S., the base salary range is adjusted downward by approximately 10%. The final offer is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's geographic location, relevant experience and our commitment to internal equity. Local labor laws and required compensation currency are also applicable. We review global compensation on a regular basis to ensure market competitiveness and equity. The hiring range for this position has been carefully crafted in alignment with the market.This position may be eligible for employment visa/work permit sponsorship.Fixed-term for an initial three years with a possibility of further renewal(s) up to 8 years total.Commitment to creating a culture where everyone feels respectedA hybrid working model and flexible work arrangement policies offer colleagues the opportunity to engage in meaningful ways and the space to maintain a healthy work-life balanceProfessional development and ample opportunities to build your expertise and expand your networkComprehensive benefits package designed for your well-being and work-life needs, including medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on your first dayGenerous time off, including personal, vacation, sick, extended holiday time off, and wellness daysGenerous parental leave policy, including birth, surrogacy, adoptive, foster parents, and resources for backup child and elder care that support our colleagues' ability to attend to family responsibilitiesComprehensive retirement benefits options (with employee and employer contributions of up to 13%), allowing you to invest in your financial future with confidenceEqual employment opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at The Ford Foundation, where employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law. The Ford Foundation does not discriminate against formerly incarcerated individuals.