Senior Managing Director, Program Implementation (M4)

Save the Children

For over 100 years, Save the Children has been fighting for the rights of children. The right to a healthy start in life. To have access to education. To be in a safe environment, protected from harm. We work in some of the world’s hardest-to-reach places – over 100 countries, including the U.S. No matter what your role is, when you join Save the Children, you’re creating positive, irreversible change for children, and the future we all share.

The Role

As the Senior Managing Director, you will play a crucial role in helping vulnerable children achieve brighter futures. Reporting to the Head of US Programs, you will oversee program implementation across multiple states. You will ensure the effective execution of state programs, advocacy, and fundraising strategies, while upholding Save the Children's core values. You will lead and manage State Directors responsible for program management. Additionally, you will represent Save the Children at the national level, strengthen and expand partnerships, and position the organization as a key program provider, partner, thought leader, and advocate.

Location

Hybrid – Washington DC, Fairfield, CT or Lexington, KY office locations, or

Remote – United States

What You’ll Be Doing (Essential Duties) 

Align State Strategies with Divisional Objectives (50%)

• Ensure states under your purview pivot from program-centric frameworks to whole community strategies that drive systems change.
• Inform and execute multi-state fundraising activities, co-develop strategies for acquiring funds, cultivate donor relationships, and support proposal and report development.
• Ensure programs are culturally adapted as needed.
• Collaborate with state leadership to align local strategies with divisional goals and objectives.
• Develop and implement comprehensive plans to integrate community resources and partnerships into state programs.
• Regularly review and adjust state strategies to ensure alignment with evolving divisional priorities and external conditions.
• Facilitate cross-state knowledge sharing and best practices to enhance program effectiveness and innovation. 

Ensure Program Results and Accountability (30%)

• Accountable for achieving project deliverables, annual goals, and long-term strategic objectives, including development and emergency response.
• Monitor programs and services to ensure excellence, adapt services to community needs, provide effective training and technical assistance, and improve program quality and data management.
• Hold state leadership accountable for executing with excellence and meeting high standards.
• Identify and mitigate internal and external risks to program implementation, ensuring teams' operations are risk-aware and nimble.
• Ensure effective cross-functional collaboration for financial management, donor compliance, and award/grant management. 

Lead a High-Performing Team (20%)

• Collaborate closely with the Head of Program Implementation, stepping in to manage senior responsibilities when necessary.
• Deliver clear, timely, and constructive feedback to support managerial excellence and team performance.
• Champion the professional development and career growth of direct and indirect reports through targeted coaching and skill-building initiatives.
• Ensure robust Child Safeguarding measures are in place to protect children across all activities, promoting awareness and prevention.
• Train, develop, coach, lead, and supervise staff, fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and ensuring alignment with organizational values and goals.

Required qualifications for the role

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with 13+ years in relevant roles, including 3+ years in senior management
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Strong communication skills, and fluent in English
• Leadership and managerial expertise in coaching and leading diverse teams
• Experience in developing funding proposals and managing complex grants
• Willingness to travel domestically up to 30%, and licensed to operate a motor vehicle

Preferred qualifications for the role

• Experience with indigenous communities and migrant populations, with a focus on poverty in rural areas
• Ability to engage and influence various stakeholders, including partners, coalitions, and officials

Compensation

Save the Children is offering the following salary ranges for this position, depen