Head of Network Development

LocationGlobal, where HelpAge can currently employ: Ethiopia, India, Jordan, Kenya, Nepal, Pakistan, Spain, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom or Zimbabwe, with a preference for candidates based in the Global South

LevelSenior

Posted4w ago

Programs & Operations

Quick answer

HelpAge International is hiring a senior Head of Network Development to provide strategic leadership for the organization's global network engagement and development, localisation, and capacity strengthening work, with a preference for candidates based in the Global South.

Role: Head of Network Development
Organization: HelpAge International
Location: Global, where HelpAge can currently employ: Ethiopia, India, Jordan, Kenya, Nepal, Pakistan, Spain, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom or Zimbabwe, with a preference for candidates based in the Global South
Level: Senior
Category: Programs & Operations

The role

The Head of Network Development will provide strategic leadership for HelpAge International's global network engagement and development, localisation, and capacity strengthening work, advancing the organization's commitment to locally led action and building strong, values-driven relationships with network members and other strategic partners.

What you'll do

Lead delivery of the HelpAge network strategy
Provide strategic oversight of network member engagement, localisation, and the organizational capacity sharing strategy
Lead HelpAge's support to country transitions, including Ukraine
Set the strategic frame for network convenings and hold Regional Advisers accountable for regional and thematic convenings
Lead and oversee the network membership lifecycle
Ensure network and localisation commitments are reflected in country strategies, programme design and partner engagement

What it takes

Proven strategic leadership of a membership network, alliance or partnership portfolio
Experience working with and supporting civil society networks, grassroots organizations and local partners
Strong knowledge of and commitment to Partner-Led Programming principles
Experience of the membership lifecycle in a network or alliance
Experience of income generation against a target, including named ownership of institutional donor relationships and management of a funding pipeline
Budget-holding experience at portfolio level

What you'll bring

Proven strategic leadership of a membership networkalliance or partnership portfolioExperience working with and supporting civil society networksgrassroots organizations and local partnersStrong knowledge of and commitment to Partner-Led Programming principlesExperience of the membership lifecycle in a network or alliance

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located globally, with a preference for candidates based in the Global South.

What is the compensation?

Compensation is not specified.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include proven strategic leadership of a membership network, experience working with civil society networks, and a strong commitment to Partner-Led Programming principles.

How do I apply?

Qualified and experienced candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter and CV to [email protected] by 5 October 2026.

Is the job remote?

The work schedule is not specified, but the job is global with a preference for candidates based in the Global South.

How to apply

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