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London. Posting Date: 10/07/2026. Deadline: 10/21/2026Role Title: Director - Programs, Europe\nContract Type: Regular (Mandated until February 2030)\nWorkstyle Arrangement: Hybrid\nReporting To: VP, External Affairs and Office of the Chair\nProgram Name: Programs, Europe\nLocation: London, Berlin\nTeam Name: Programs, Europe\nRole Purpose\nThe Director, Europe will lead the development and implementation of the Europe program strategy, oversee grantmaking, partner engagement, team leadership, and organizational representation to advance human rights, equity, and justice across Europe.\nThe role will focus on Europe’s role in promoting open societies, supporting human rights, and advancing democratic governance globally. Serves as the focal point for all Open Society work in Europe, ensuring strategic and informed interventions\nKey Responsibilities\nStrategic Leadership and Vision\nLead the development and execution of the Europe program strategy aligned with the organization's mission and values.\nIdentify opportunities to advance human rights, equity, justice, democratic participation, and civic space across Europe.\nAnalyze political, economic, and social developments and assess their implications for the Europe portfolio.\nEnsure that strategies are responsive to changing regional contexts and emerging challenges.\nEnsure organizational resources are deployed strategically and effectively to strengthen civil society, support movements, influence systems change and drive lasting social impact\nGrantmaking and Portfolio Management\nOversee a portfolio of grants across Europe.\nEnsure that grantmaking aligns with strategic priorities and achieves intended impact.\nPartner and Movement Engagement\nBuild strong relationships with grantees, activists, civil society organizations, movement leaders, academics, and thought partners.\nServe as a trusted strategic advisor to partners.\nStrengthen Europe networks, coalitions, and alliances advancing human rights, equity and justice.\nEnsure the voices and experiences of impacted communities inform strategy and decision-making.\nFoster collaboration among partners working on related issues.\nThought Leadership and Representation\nRepresent the organization externally with funders, civil society leaders, policymakers, multilateral institutions, and peer philanthropies.\nConvene stakeholders around emerging opportunities and challenges.\nContribute to public discourse on human rights, equity, and justice issues.\nBuild the organization's credibility and influence across the region.\nAdvocacy\nOversee key advocacy engagement in/on and about the region and be cognizant of other advocacy engagement efforts underway by various teams.\nCoordinate Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) efforts in partnership with the Strategy and Impact Unit to understand the impact of Open Society’s work across various components of the opportunity model.\nPromote a culture of learning and reflection.\nAssess the effectiveness and impact of funding strategies and interventions.\nAdapt strategies based on changing political and social realities.\nMonitor and regularly report on the progress of the programmatic work to the VP, External Affairs and Office of the Chair and other senior Open Society Foundations leaders\nCross-Organizational Collaboration\nPartner with colleagues across the network to advance organizational priorities.\nContribute a European perspective to global strategies and initiatives.\nCollaborate with policy, communications, advocacy, Office of the General Council, and operations teams.\nShare insights and best practices across the organization.\nRisk Management and Stewardship\nPartner with colleagues to assess political, reputational, operational, financial, and security risks associated with programs and grants.\nEnsure responsible stewardship of philanthropic resources.\nMaintain compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational requirements.\nProtect and uphold Open Society’s organizational values while navigating complex political environments.\nLead crisis management responses and submit Rapid Response requests related to crisis in the region.\nHold the authority to decline Open Society engagements in the region (grants, staff visits) that may have negative strategic implications.\nLiaise closely with the Risk Director and the Risk Preparedness Committee to ensure that our approach to risk is integrated and holistic\nTeam Leadership and Development\nLead, coach, and develop a small high-performing team.\nCreate an inclusive culture grounded in equity, respect, accountability, and learning.\nSupport staff wellbeing and resilience, particularly when working on complex and sensitive issues.\nEstablish clear goals, expectations, and professional development opportunities.\nLeadership Visits\nOrganize senior leadership visits to the region in collaboration with relevant Directors.\nPeople Responsibilities (Total Team/DRs)\n4\nKey metrics\nNumber of strategic priorities achieving planned outcomes.\nAnnual assessment of portfolio performance against objectives.\nQuality and impact of the grant portfolio.\nTimeliness of grantmaking decisions.\nPercentage of grants meeting intended objectives.\nDiversity and inclusiveness of grantee portfolio.\nQuality of relationships with grantees and partners.\nGrantee satisfaction and trust levels.\nContributions to movement-building and coalition strengthening.\nSuccess in convening stakeholders and fostering collaboration.\nThe Ideal Candidate\nPrior significant experience in leading social change and system- change work in civil society, government, multilateral institutions, and/or the private sector that has resulted in positive societal impact.\nProven experience developing and implementing regional or multi-country strategies across Europe.\nPrior financial ($20m+), legal and risk accountability at a large-scale programmatic level.\nPrior experience leading programmatic or organizational level change within organizations and/or systems that have gone through significant transformation.\nExperience in multiple sectors and knowledge of philanthropic tools such as advocacy and communication, strategic litigation, and social impact approaches.\nDemonstrated experience managing grantmaking portfolios, including funding recommendations, due diligence, and partner oversight.\nExperience building and maintaining strong relationships with civil society organizations, grantees, policymakers, and philanthropic partners.\nProven track record of leading, developing, and managing high-performing teams, including geographically dispersed teams.\nExperience managing complex programs, budgets, and resources to achieve measurable impact.\nDemonstrated ability to assess and manage strategic, operational, reputational, and political risks.\nExperience using data, evaluation, and learning to inform strategy and decision-making.\nWhat we offer\nExceptional opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact; from a generous annual professional development allowance for every employee to onsite training and learning conversations with visiting experts. \nExcellent benefits and perks to promote well-being and a healthy work-life balance, including: \nGenerous time off and flexible work arrangements. \nStaff are required to work in an Open Society office 50% of working days per month. \nEmployer-paid health insurance and dental plans for individuals and families (no employee contribution required). \nExceptional retirement savings plan (non-contributory for employees) and life insurance. \nProgressive paid parental leave, reproductive and family planning support, and much more. \nA commitment to nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace, so you can bring your whole self to work and make a positive impact. \nWho we are\nOpen Society Foundations aim to establish vibrant and inclusive democracies where governments are accountable to their citizens. Our operating model organizes grantmaking around specific, time-limited projects, developed alongside support for established partners, enabling us to respond swiftly to emerging needs. We are committed to promoting human dignity, equality, and rights; reimagining democratic ideals and practice; and advancing equity in governance systems.\nGuided by our founder’s values and the belief in the art of the possible, we engage directly with global entities, individuals, and policymakers through grants, advocacy, impact investing, and strategic human rights litigation to drive positive change. At the heart of our mission is a deep commitment to rights, equity, and justice, inspiring every action we take.\nCompetitive rates of pay apply.\nOpen Society Foundations is committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion, and to building a diverse staff that reflects the movements, issues and communities that our mission serves. 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