Executive Director

Position description

Are you a bold, strategic leader who thrives at the intersection of advocacy, policy, and coalition-building? Are you invested in global public finance? Do you believe that we’re stronger when we invest in shared global challenges together?

If so, then this position is for you!

The Global Public Investment Network (GPIN) is dedicated to bringing communities and countries together to build a future that is safe, fair and sustainable for everyone. Through advocacy, research and policy engagement, GPIN works to transform the way the world mobilizes and governs international investments, championing a system where all countries contribute to, decide on, and benefit from shared global resources. Rooted in these principles of All Benefit, All Contribute, All Decide, GPIN emphasizes shared responsibility, inclusive decision-making, and equitable outcomes, bringing together a global network of advocates, researchers, and policymakers working to build momentum for a fairer, more effective system of global public investment.

GPIN currently achieves its goal through two interconnected pillars: the Coalition of Governments on global public investment (https://gpigovernments.org/), a government-led platform that brings together pioneering countries to advance global public investment through shared contributions, collective decision-making, and equitable benefit-sharing; and the GPI Campaign (https://globalpublicinvestment.net/) which unites civil society, academic institutions, and advocates to build the broader movement for a fairer international finance system.

Today, GPIN stands at a defining moment. With growing political momentum, an expanding membership, and increasing recognition of global public investment as a viable framework for international development cooperation, GPIN is advancing from an idea to action. Over the next two years, the focus will be on translating this momentum into concrete policy change, deepening engagement with governments and key institutions, and building the evidence base for transformative funding mechanisms ahead of its 2030 target. We are looking for an Executive Director (ED) to lead and drive this agenda through strategic direction and executive leadership, supported by the Secretariat. The ED will report directly to the Chairperson of the GPIN Steering Committee and shall initially be contracted on a fixed term basis for a period of 24 months. This is envisaged as a long-term role and, subject to funding and performance, renewal beyond the initial contract period is anticipated.

Core Responsibilities

External and Strategic Leadership

• Lead the development and execution of GPIN’s long-term strategic vision, aligning resources, budget and operational workplans with the 2031 strategy.
• Serve as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for GPI Network for all events across global platforms.
• Represent GPIN in international forums, panels, conferences, coalitions, and global advocacy platforms relevant to the work.
• Build and sustain high-level relationships with key stakeholders, including multilateral institutions, international NGOs, regional networks, academia, and policymakers.
• Identify and pursue strategic speaking and thought leadership opportunities that raise GPIN’s profile and strengthen its influence in global public finance discourse.
• Build strong relationships with GPIN members to promote engagement around global public investment.

Management and Governance

• Ensure strong governance, legal compliance, and accountability, in line with relevant regulations and best practices.
• Provide clear, timely reporting and updates to the Steering Committee on strategic progress, key risks, and critical decisions.
• Engage with the Steering Committee on all high-level strategic discussions and points of decision making.
• Lead and support daily operations to ensure effective delivery of the Secretariat strategic objectives.
• Manage and mentor direct reports to foster a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Ensure clear internal communication, decision making and alignment across teams and functional areas.
• Oversee development and implementation of internal policies, systems and procedures.
• Collaborate with external service providers to maintain smooth back-office operations for audit, reporting and compliance obligations.

Fundraising

• Set and lead implementation of a fundraising strategy, including measurable goals, timelines and donor engagement mechanisms to ensure the long term financial stability of GPIN.
• Coordinate donor mapping exercises for new network donors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective donors, including philanthropic foundations, bilateral and multilateral agencies, and aligned partners.
• Lead proposal, budget and grant application development and compliance.

Network Development and Program Oversight

• Oversee the coordination and implementation of all workstreams to raise awareness, enhance the GPI Network member base and establish good governance.
• Manage strategic implementation and oversight of programmatic activities.
• Lead overall budget oversight including budget development, monitoring of expenditures and preparation of financial reports.
• Collaborate with member working groups to identify and organize strategic advocacy events, aligning with GPI’s influence agenda.
• Lead the development of external communications and issue-driven campaigns to elevate visibility, attract new supporters, and demonstrate impact.

Impact

• Ensure alignment of initiatives to GPIN’s mission to deliver measurable value to members, stakeholders, and the broader public finance ecosystem.
• Lead the development and implementation of systems to monitor, evaluate, and communicate impact across the network.
• Foster a culture of learning, reflection, and adaptation by ensuring insights from implementation and evaluation, guide future strategy, resource allocation, and advocacy priorities.
• Coordinate the preparation of impact reports and annual reviews for the Board, donors, and external partners, promoting transparency and accountability.

The role offers a competitive salary ranging from USD 100,000.00 to USD 140,000.00 per annum, commensurate with experience, skills and location.

Qualifications

Qualifications and experience

• A postgraduate degree (Masters or equivalent) in economics, public finance, international development, public policy, political science, or a related field with a minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible professional experience in a nonprofit, international network, think tank, or public policy organization; including demonstrated experience in strategic leadership or organization level management.
• Demonstrated experience in global public finance, fiscal justice, or related fields such as tax policy, debt, international financial institutions, or economic governance; as well as experience in strategic planning, program implementation, financial oversight, and governance.
• Experience engaging with governments and policymakers, with experience in the Global South advantageous.
• Good understanding of nonprofit financial management and proven success in fundraising, donor relations, and resource mobilization in international or multi-stakeholder contexts.
• Demonstrated experience in external representation, coalition-building, and policy influence at regional or global levels.
• Astute awareness of global political, fiscal, and development landscapes, particularly as they relate to the Global South.
• Familiarity working with multilateral organizations, global civil society networks, or advocacy coalitions is highly desirable.

Essential skills, competencies and attributes

• Must be fluent in English.
• Ability to represent the organization to high-level audiences, donors, and partners.
• Strategic and analytical thinking skills, with the ability to set clear priorities, make decisions in complex environments, and align diverse activities with long-term goals.
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills; able to manage stakeholder expectations diplomatically and effectively.
• Flexibility and adaptability to fast changing environments.
• High level of cultural competence and sensitivity to power dynamics, with a strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and participatory leadership.
• Mission-driven and values-aligned, with a deep commitment to fiscal justice, transparency, and democratic governance.
• Proactive, adaptive, and solutions-oriented; comfortable with ambiguity and change.
• High integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Advanced computer literacy, particularly MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Advantageous

• A track record of academic publications and thought leadership, public speaking, and participation in key sectoral discussions.

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