Managing Director, External Relations

The client seeks a Managing Director, External Relations to support its mission of ending modern slavery and exploitation. In this global role, you will act as a catalyst by engaging with stakeholders working on the frontlines across countries and sectors where modern slavery is highly prevalent, helping to bring together knowledge, capital, and commitment to dismantle the systems that enable slavery to persist. With an ambitious fundraising objective in place, the Managing Director, External Relations will support and oversee the team’s engagement with strategic funders and high-impact funding opportunities. You will also identify, engage, and cultivate new donors directly, providing strategic input to help deploy senior client staff effectively to secure funding from governments, institutional foundations, and ultra-high net worth individuals. You will serve as a global influencer and thought leader, shaping agendas related to modern slavery and emphasizing the importance of working closely with frontline partners and survivor leaders. The role is expected to include speaking and publishing widely, championing and sharing best practices, and pursuing innovative opportunities and connections to support the CEO and other key spokespeople, while contributing to a fair, inclusive, and accessible selection process.