Full Job Description
The Senior Director of Global Partnerships develops strategic partnerships and special initiatives with international organizations, civil society, academic institutions, and municipal partners to advance mayoral priorities through global cooperation. The Director leads flagship initiatives, including long-term partnership models that promote knowledge exchange, community resilience, and international collaboration while delivering tangible benefits for New Yorkers and partner communities. The role also serves as the office's lead liaison for an assigned geographic region.
Specifically, the Senior Director will:
-Develop strategic partnerships with international organizations, civil society, academic institutions, and municipal partners to advance mayoral priorities.
-Lead flagship international initiatives and long-term partnership models that promote knowledge exchange, community resilience, and international cooperation.
-Identify and manage special projects that deliver tangible benefits for New Yorkers and partner communities.
-Advise the Commissioner and Mayor's Office on international policy developments, partnership opportunities, and emerging global issues.
-Support strategic communications, public messaging, and thought leadership that highlight the City's international partnerships and global leadership.
-Serve as the office's lead liaison for an assigned geographic region, maintaining relationships with governments, institutions, and key stakeholders.
About You:
-You have 8+ years of experience in international affairs, urban policy, government relations, public policy, economic development, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
-You have demonstrated experience developing and managing partnerships with municipal governments, international organizations, global networks, or other public-sector stakeholders.
-You have knowledge of urban policy issues, including housing, transportation, climate, economic development, public health, and democratic governance.
-You have strong project management, relationship-building, and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate complex initiatives across multiple partners and sectors.
-You have experience working in international, governmental, or multilateral environments and a demonstrated commitment to international cooperation, city diplomacy, and democratic solidarity.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
-Bachelor's Degree preferred.
-8+ years of experience in international affairs, education, youth development, community engagement, public policy, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Additional Information
-In addition to the resume, a cover letter is required to apply.
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Qualifications
1. Do you have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university?
2. Do you have an associate degree from an accredited college or university along with two (2) years of experience with administrative, analytic, coordinative, supervisory or liaison responsibilities?
3. Do you have a four-year high school diploma, or its educational equivalent approved by a state's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization along with four (4) years of experience as described in question "2" above?
4. Do you have a satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to that described in questions "1," "2," and/or "3" above?
