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About the Role

The Director of Global Advocacy (DGA) will lead the Guttmacher Institute’s global advocacy strategy to advance sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) worldwide. This position will lead the development of the Institute’s strategy for translating Guttmacher’s evidence base into compelling advocacy campaigns and policy narratives, and strategic engagement with decision-makers at global, regional, national, and sub-national levels.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and refine Guttmacher’s global advocacy and communications strategy.
Identify and engage with partners to find key policy opportunities where evidence-based collateral can be impactful.
Monitor global political and policy developments related to SRHR and advise senior leadership.
Lead Guttmacher’s contribution to global efforts to shape the post-2030 development agenda, focusing on SRHR indicators, targets, and accountability mechanisms.
Ensure coordination with the Director of International Research to align advocacy strategies with the research agenda.
Serve as a primary spokesperson and delegate at international and regional conferences and meetings.
Build and maintain relationships with UN agencies, donors, and regional bodies.
Engage with government delegations to advance SRHR positions and promote the adoption of Guttmacher’s evidence into policy recommendations.
Develop and strengthen strategic partnerships with SRHR-focused NGOs, civil society networks, and advocacy coalitions.
Expand Guttmacher’s visibility and influence among Coalitions and NGOs in key regions to establish new partnerships.
Represent Guttmacher in multi-stakeholder coalitions and collaborative advocacy initiatives.
Identify and cultivate relationships with organizations working across SRHR, gender equality, global health, and adjacent domains.
Develop mechanisms for information-sharing and joint planning with partner organizations.
Negotiate and formalize strategic partnership agreements with key global advocacy partners.
Work with colleagues in the Research division to identify research findings with high advocacy salience and develop strategies to maximize policy impact.
Lead the development of advocacy-ready materials, including data dashboards, policy briefs, and toolkits.
Engage with global and regional media outlets and identify media opportunities that support advocacy goals.
Oversee Guttmacher’s participation in global advocacy campaigns, awareness events, and digital advocacy initiatives.
Ensure research findings are systematically applied in global policy deliberations and incorporated into intergovernmental documents.
Support the Global advocacy team in developing and refining the Institute’s formal policy recommendations.
Contribute to the development of Guttmacher’s evidence-based positions on emerging SRHR policy issues.
Review and provide input on externally facing communications products related to global SRHR advocacy.
Identify and cultivate bilateral and multilateral donors who support global SRHR advocacy.
Serve as a liaison to key advocacy funders, representing the Institute’s advocacy portfolio.
Conceptualize new funding opportunities and support proposal development.
Maintain an understanding of the global donor landscape for SRHR advocacy and advise on strategic positioning.
Supervise and mentor global advocacy staff, providing guidance and conducting performance evaluations.
Foster a team culture grounded in collaboration, intellectual rigor, accountability, and commitment to SRHR.
Serve as a multi-evaluator for relevant policy and research staff.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in global advocacy, international policy, or a closely related field, working in Africa or Latin America and the Caribbean, and the Asia-Pacific region, with substantial focus on more than one area of sexual and reproductive health and rights.
Experience building and leading coalitions and multi-stakeholder partnerships in diverse regional and cultural contexts, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean.
Demonstrated success influencing SRHR policy outcomes at the international, regional and national level.
Deep and current network of relationships with key stakeholders across the global SRHR field.
Proven ability to translate research evidence and data into compelling advocacy narratives, campaigns, and policy-facing materials.
Prior leadership experience directing teams and managing staff across organizational levels.
Organizational skills, including developing integrated workplans and advocacy initiatives with cross-divisional implications.
Financial management skills, including budget development, oversight, and reporting for advocacy programs.
High standards of professionalism, excellence, accountability, and confidentiality.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to work effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, value systems, and perspectives.
Experience living and/or working in low- and middle-income countries preferred.
Fluency in more than one language (especially French or Spanish) highly valued.
Up to 30% international travel required on an annual basis.

Skills

SRHR knowledge translation
Advocacy
Influencing policy outcomes
United Nations processes
Policy processes of multilateral agencies
Strategic forecasting and planning
Building and sustaining coalitions
Culturally competent advocacy
Compelling communication
Effective management
Collaborative leadership
Cross-functional collaboration
Mission-driven work
Strategic engagement
Communications strategy
Public speaking
Media relations
Fundraising
Mentorship

Location

Washington, DC
New York, NY
Remote (outside the United States considered)

Work Type

Full-time
Regular

Experience Level

Director
10+ years of experience

Education Level

Master’s degree in public policy, international relations, human rights, public health, international development, or related field required.

Salary/Compensations

Salary ranging from $188,800 to $217,100

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Vacation time
Personal time
Sick time
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Commuting subsidy
401(k) with employer match

About the Company

Founded in 1968, the Guttmacher Institute is a global leader in advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights.
Through a unique and interrelated program of high-quality research, evidence-based advocacy and strategic communications, the Institute works to generate new ideas, encourage enlightened public debate, and promote sound policy and program development.
The Institute’s overarching goal is to ensure the highest standard of sexual and reproductive health and rights for all people worldwide.
The Institute is engaged in building a more inclusive, transparent, and equitable organization.