Purpose of the Position<\/p>\n
\tThe Director of Partnerships & Advocacy will shape and lead the strategic direction of how WBR partners, advocates\/influences, and positions itself in the global development sector. This position will advance strategic collaborations that expand bicycle access through government systems, multilateral institutions, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and the private sector. The Director will lead in positioning WBR as the global authority on rural mobility and will seek to integrate bicycle transport into public policy, development programming, and financing mechanisms.
\n\tThis is a highly collaborative, outward-facing role that blends strategic engagement, systems thinking, and coalition-building to catalyze sustainable, large-scale impact. This role also has a critical internal management and coordination function, bridging and aligning the (1) global partnerships and influence strategy with the (2) fundraising, marketing, and communications strategies, and (3) country-level partnerships and influence strategies.<\/p>\n
Job Responsibilities<\/p>\n
Strategic Leadership and Cross-functional Oversight<\/p>\n
\tDevelop, lead, and oversee the execution of WBR\u2019s Partnerships and Influence Strategy to integrate bicycle mobility solutions into education, health, economic development, and climate\/environment systems.
\n\tTranslate evidence from WBR\u2019s research and impact data into compelling partnership value propositions and strategic funding and influencing opportunities.
\n\tServe on WBR’s global leadership team, contributing to organizational growth, learning, and representation.
\n\tCoordinate the Partnerships and Influence Strategy\u2019s integration and implementation across the organization at global and country levels, ensuring aligned, evidence-informed engagement and communications. This requires close collaboration with Development (fundraising), Partnerships and Business Development, and Impact & Learning as well as regional and country leadership. Liaise with the Marketing and Communications (MarComms) team as needed.
\n\tBuild internal capacity across operating countries for strategic partnerships and influence. Work with regional and country leadership to ensure their strategies are grounded in local realities and priorities while also connected to global strategies and opportunities.
\n\tModel WBR’s values in external engagement\u2014demonstrating collaborative leadership, evidence-based decision-making, and commitment to sustainable impact.
\n\tRepresent WBR at strategic forums, and support country-level partnership development.<\/p>\n
Partnership Development<\/p>\n
\tBuild and strengthen strategic relationships with multilateral institutions (World Bank, UNICEF, Global Fund, UN agencies, Green Climate Fund) and leading international NGOs to embed bicycle mobility into large-scale development programs and financing mechanisms.
\n\tSupport WBR operating countries in strengthening relationships with ministries and other government partners to integrate bicycle mobility into strategies, plans, technical approaches and programs, budgets, and policies.
\n\tSupport the Development (Fundraising) team\u2019s Managing Directors in identifying and cultivating high-priority funding relationships that support the Partnerships and Influence Strategy. These include philanthropic foundations, multilateral agencies, bilateral donors, and corporate partners aligned with WBR\u2019s mission and values.
\n\tCoordinate closely with the Development and MarComms teams to ensure partnership strategies are integrated into and aligned with fundraising priorities and external messaging.
\n\tProvide strategic direction and design support to proposal development teams working to capture priority partnership and funding opportunities.<\/p>\n
Advocacy<\/p>\n
\tLead global engagement with policy networks, coalitions, and forums to advance the case for rural mobility and sustainable transport.
\n\tIdentify, oversee, and manage WBR representation at high-level policy dialogues, conferences, and advocacy platforms. In some instances, serve as the organizational representative at such events.
\n\tCollaborate with the Impact & Learning Team to translate research (e.g., RCTs, cost-effectiveness studies, and country data) into policy-relevant insights.
\n\tPartner with the Impact & Learning and MarComms teams on the development of thought leadership materials\u2014policy briefs, op-eds, and global reports\u2014to shape discourse on mobility and access.
\n\tSupport country leaders in developing country-level influence strategies and building the influencing capacity of their teams.<\/p>\n
Representation and Thought Leadership<\/p>\n
\tServe as a global coordinator for WBR team members who will speak on mobility, access and transport justice.
\n\tIdentify opportunities for WBR to contribute to global dialogue through publications, partnerships, and events.
\n\tStrengthen WBR\u2019s visibility as a leading voice on rural mobility, universal healthcare, equal opportunity for education, climate resilience, and equitable access.<\/p>\n
Requirements<\/p>\n
\t10+ years of senior leadership in international development, advocacy, development\/fundraising, or systems change roles.
\n\tProven track record building and stewarding strategic partnerships with governments, multilateral institutions, foundations, or major bilateral donors that resulted in tangible systems change or integration
\n\tExperience working with a product or service-based organization (ideally a social enterprise) rather than solely technical vertical programming\u2014understanding how to position a tangible solution across multiple use cases and sectors
\n\tTrack record of designing and executing multi-stakeholder partnerships that deliver measurable outcomes. Plus experience supporting capacity building or strategic advising for country-level teams
\n\tDemonstrated success translating evidence and research into policy influence, advocacy strategies, or institutional positioning
\n\tStrong understanding of development systems and policy environments in Africa and\/or Latin America.
\n\tExperience leading proposal design and providing technical input for bilateral, multilateral, foundation, and corporate funding opportunities exceeding $1M.
\n\tExcellent communication, negotiation, and external representation skills. Including sophisticated relationship management and negotiation skills appropriate for engaging with senior government officials, multilateral executives, and foundation leaders
\n\tEntrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate across cultures and geographies.
\n\tFamiliarity with social entrepreneurship, market-based approaches to development, or hybrid organizations that blend nonprofit and enterprise models
\n\tCommitment to WBR\u2019s mission and values.
\n\tWillingness to travel globally (25\u201335%).<\/p>\n
Core Competencies<\/p>\n
\tStrategic Influence: Ability to connect WBR\u2019s mission to global policy and investment agendas.
\n\tCollaborative Leadership: Builds trust and alignment across diverse internal and external stakeholders.
\n\tEvidence-Informed Action: Uses data and research to inform partnerships and policy influence.
\n\tInnovation & Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic, evolving environments.
\n\tIntegrity & Accountability: Demonstrates ethical leadership and alignment with WBR\u2019s values.<\/p>\n
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