Director – Programs, Europe
Quick answer
Open Society Foundations is hiring a senior Director – Programs, Europe (London, Berlin-based) with a hybrid work schedule, offering competitive compensation and excellent benefits.
- Role
- Director – Programs, Europe
- Organization
- Open Society Foundations
- Location
- London, Berlin
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- Competitive rates of pay apply
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Director – Programs, Europe will lead the development and implementation of the Europe program strategy, oversee grantmaking, partner engagement, team leadership, and organizational representation to advance human rights, equity, and justice across Europe.
What you'll do
- Lead the development and execution of the Europe program strategy
- Oversee a portfolio of grants across Europe
- Build strong relationships with grantees, activists, civil society organizations, movement leaders, academics, and thought partners
- Represent the organization externally with funders, civil society leaders, policymakers, multilateral institutions, and peer philanthropies
- Coordinate Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) efforts
- Partner with colleagues across the network to advance organizational priorities
What it takes
- Prior significant experience in leading social change and system-change work
- Proven experience developing and implementing regional or multi-country strategies
- Prior financial ($20m+), legal and risk accountability
- Experience in multiple sectors and knowledge of philanthropic tools
- Demonstrated experience managing grantmaking portfolios
- Experience building and maintaining strong relationships with civil society organizations, grantees, policymakers, and philanthropic partners
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Generous time off and flexible work arrangements, Employer-paid health insurance and dental plans, Exceptional retirement savings plan, Life insurance, Progressive paid parental leave, Reproductive and family planning support
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in London, Berlin, with a hybrid work schedule.
What is the compensation?
Competitive rates of pay apply.
What qualifications are required?
Prior significant experience in leading social change and system-change work, proven experience developing and implementing regional or multi-country strategies, and prior financial ($20m+), legal and risk accountability.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by 10/21/2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Open Society Foundations's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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