CEO (Director), Generation Unlimited, D-2, New York, USA

UN Children's Fund - UNICEF

Staff Closes 23 Jul 2026 5 days left

Overview

Provide leadership to the GenU partnership in developing and delivering the organization’s vision, mission, strategic objectives and operational plans. Represent the GenU partnerships with governments and other public sector organizations, the private sector, civil society, policy makers, opinion formers, supporters, the media, the general public.


Key Responsibilities
  • Leads the GenU Global Team to deliver the partnership’s vision and strategy.
  • Leads strategy development, implementation and review.
  • Ensures overall management of all aspects of the Global Team’s work.
  • Serves as the chief spokesperson and represents the GenU Partnership.
  • Builds cooperative relationships with public and private partners and with key stakeholders.
  • Works with the Board to ensure an effective global resource mobilization strategy.
  • Builds and maintains a high performing organization.
  • Works with the Board to ensure effective governance and operating model.
Required Experience

Minimum 15 years of senior leadership and management experience, ideally as a Chief Executive in a complex operating environment. Proven ability to operate effectively in an international or multi-lateral organizational environment, managing complex interactions with diverse stakeholders. A track record in growing revenue and influence in a demanding and complex environment. Skilled communicator able to interact comfortably with all levels of organizations and external constituencies, including media. Excellent political judgement and an ability to advance the GenU priorities and interests within public and private sector settings. Proven ability to work effectively across different cultural contexts. Experience in education, skills development or youth employment is desirable.

Qualifications

Advanced University degree (or equivalent) in one or more of the following disciplines: social sciences, business administration or management, public administration, education or other related fields.

Other Details
Languages Required
Proficiency in oral and written English.
Languages Preferred
Not specified
Contract Duration
Not specified
Work Modality
remote, hybrid, on-site, field-based
Remuneration
Not specified
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