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.
