Director - global advocacy

About the Company:The client organisation is a global enterprise that leads initiatives to make high-quality education accessible and future-ready. It partners with universities, governments, and education networks in more than 90 countries to enhance institutional excellence, expand credentialing frameworks, and strengthen workforce capabilities. Through its portfolio of education solutions, strategic partnerships, and accreditation programs, the organization helps institutions align with international standards and deliver measurable learning impact.Role Summary:The Director – Global Advocacy leads the organization’s global influence and policy engagement agenda. The role focuses on building visibility, credibility and partnerships with multilateral institutions, government bodies, and education networks to advance the organization’s mission and create enabling conditions for educational innovation and reform.This is a senior strategic position responsible for shaping and executing the organization’s advocacy roadmap, driving thought leadership and representing the organization in global dialogues on education transformation and workforce development. Key Responsibilities:Define and implement a global advocacy strategy aligned with organizational priorities and mission.Build and manage relationships with governments, UN agencies, development funds and global education networks.Lead the development of policy briefs, white papers, and position statements on emerging education and workforce themes.Represent the organization at international policy forums, roundtables, and summits.Collaborate with Academic Relations, Research, and Communications teams to align policy narratives and data-driven insights.Design and execute global advocacy campaigns, tracking measurable influence, engagement and visibility outcomes.Mentor internal teams to strengthen capability in advocacy, public affairs and strategic communications. Qualification, Experience, Skills & Attributes:Master’s degree in Public Policy, International Relations, Education, or a related field.12+ years in advocacy, public policy, or external affairs — ideally within education, development, or international nonprofit sectors.Demonstrated success in policy influence, stakeholder engagement, and campaign leadership. Experience working with or within multilateral or intergovernmental institutions. Strategic Vision & Policy Acumen – Deep understanding of education systems, global development, and policy frameworks.Influence & Diplomacy – Skilled at engaging governments, donors, and multilateral agencies with credibility and tact.Communication & Thought Leadership – Exceptional storytelling, policy writing, and public-speaking ability.Partnership Building – Experience in forming alliances, coalitions, and international collaborations.Leadership & Collaboration – Proven ability to operate in cross-functional, multicultural teams with agility and resilience.Strategic Impact Areas Success in this role will be reflected in the ability to:Shape and advance education policy dialogues across key global and regional platformsBuild enduring relationships with governments, development agencies, and multilateral institutionsInfluence the adoption of education and workforce policies aligned with the organization’s missionElevate the organization’s visibility through publications, media engagement, and thought leadership initiativesStrengthen internal advocacy and public affairs capability to support institutional goals Why Join it:Lead global efforts to shape education policy and systemic reformEngage with senior leaders across governments, multilateral organizations, and global universitiesContribute to advancing equitable, future-ready education worldwideCompensation & Benefits:Best according to industry standards. Not a limiting factor for the best alignment.How to apply:Interested candidates may apply directly to with their CVs.