Director of Operations

Institute for Human Rights and Business

Director of Operations at IHRB, leading operational strategies and financial sustainability in a remote setting focused on human rights advocacy.

Posted 6/23/2026full-timeRemote • 🏈 Anywhere in North AmericaLead💰 £85,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive organisational effectiveness across all central functions
Lead IHRB's approach to AI deployment and operational optimisation
Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and Heads of Programmes
Lead the execution of IHRB's financial strategy
Oversee the People & Culture function and ensure effective recruitment, engagement, and development strategies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Senior operational leadership experience in a mission- or values-driven organisation (think tank, charity, NGO, or social enterprise)
Strategic thinking and planning expertise
Financial management and FCR expertise
Progressive people management experience in a remote-first setting
Efficient, organised, and strong attention to detail
Proficient in governance and compliance materials
Effective communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to draw conclusions from data

Benefits

Comp & perks

flexible work arrangements
professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial managementFCR expertisedata analysis

Soft Skills

strategic thinkingstrategic planningpeople managementcommunication skillsnegotiation skillsinterpersonal skillsattention to detailorganisational skills