At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead global influence and partnerships for a top humanitarian organisation.
- Company: A leading humanitarian organisation focused on saving lives and rebuilding futures.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible location, and opportunities for international travel.
- Other info: Join a respected team and help navigate complex global challenges.
- Why this job: Shape the future of humanitarian efforts and make a real impact globally.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in external affairs, policy, and strategic communications.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Our client is one of the world’s leading humanitarian organisations working to save lives and build safer futures for communities affected by conflict. Through work in mine action, disarmament and post‑conflict recovery, they help people reclaim land, rebuild livelihoods and move forward with safety and dignity.
At a time of profound geopolitical change, shifting donor priorities and increasing humanitarian need, they are creating a new Executive Director, External Affairs role to strengthen the organisation’s global influence, visibility, partnerships and long‑term sustainability. This role will bring together policy, advocacy, strategic partnerships, media, communications, philanthropy and income diversification into one coherent external affairs directorate.
The Executive Director, External Affairs will lead the organisation’s global voice and external positioning, ensuring the organisation speaks with clarity, authority and impact. They will build high‑level partnerships, open new doors, diversify income, strengthen thought leadership and help articulate the relevance of the organisation’s work to humanitarian, security, stabilisation and recovery agendas, while safeguarding the organisation’s humanitarian principles and values.
We are seeking an exceptional senior leader with a strong track record in external affairs, policy, advocacy, partnerships, strategic communications or income generation within a complex international environment. You will bring credibility with senior stakeholders, the judgement to navigate sensitive geopolitical and reputational issues, and the ability to lead experienced, multi‑disciplinary teams.
This is a rare opportunity to take on a newly created executive role at the heart of a globally respected organisation, helping ensure the organisation remains influential, sustainable and future‑ready in a rapidly changing world.
Closing date: 25.6.26
Preliminary Interviews: 6-9.7.26
Final Interviews and assessments: From 14.7.26
Executive Director, External Affairs employer: Prospectus IT Recruitment
As a leading humanitarian organisation, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values innovation, collaboration, and the pursuit of meaningful change. Our work culture fosters inclusivity and empowerment, providing employees with ample opportunities for professional growth and development while making a tangible impact on communities affected by conflict. With a competitive salary and the flexibility of a hybrid working model, this role offers a unique chance to lead in a dynamic environment that prioritises both personal and organisational success.
