Director, Government Relations – Private Sector Partnerships
Meda in the US
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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About the role
- Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of government relations strategies that align with MEDA’s strategic priorities.
- Monitor public policy, legislative developments, and government funding opportunities that impact MEDA’s programs and strategic goals.
- Represent and contribute to positioning MEDA across G7, G20 relevant working groups.
- Serve as MEDA’s relationship manager for priority bilateral and multilateral government partners, in coordination with country and global program leadership.
- Identification and mapping of for-profit corporations who align with MEDA’s strategic priorities.
- Lead private sector engagement strategies to secure partnerships that drive new business development and resource mobilization.
- Develop tailored engagement plans that integrate corporate social impact goals with MEDA’s mission and strategic goals.
- Identify new market trends, sector opportunities, and collaboration models with businesses, foundations, investors, and institutional donors.
- Contribute to the preparation of concept notes, proposals, and partnership briefs tailored to government and private sector audiences.
- Support and contribute to contract negotiations in collaboration with Legal, Finance, and Program teams.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Public Policy, International Development, Business Administration, or related discipline.
- 10+ years’ experience in government relations, strategic partnerships, or business development roles in international NGOs, multilateral organizations, or cross-sector settings.
- Proven track record of securing partnerships, funding, or policy outcomes with public and private stakeholders.
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and coalition-building capabilities.
- Appreciation and support of MEDA’s faith statement, values and goals.
- Ability and willingness for frequent travel to developing countries.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Benefits
- Accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in the selection process
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
government relationsstrategic partnershipsbusiness developmentstakeholder engagementnegotiationcoalition-buildingpublic policyfunding strategiesproposal developmentcontract negotiation
Soft Skills
communicationinterpersonal skillsleadershipstrategic thinkingrelationship managementadaptabilityteam collaborationproblem-solvingcultural sensitivityinfluencing
Certifications
Master’s degree in Public PolicyMaster’s degree in International DevelopmentMaster’s degree in Business Administration