About the Role
We currently seek a managing director to join our United States/Canada team. In this role, you will provide operational leadership, management and direct strategy for Mercy For Animals’ work in the United States and Canada to maximize Mercy For Animals’ impact and results in alignment with its global priorities and goals and theory of change.
You will do invaluable work:
Lead the development and oversee the execution of Mercy For Animals’ programmatic work and strategy in the United States and Canada in alignment with global priorities, goals, strategy, vision and mission.
Proactively identify and explore new opportunities for the organization to maximize its impact and deliver on its mission and KPIs, including creating and developing programs, campaigns, projects, and partnerships.
Lead the development and implementation of the biennial operating plan for the United States and Canada, including defined priorities and goals, budget distribution, and analysis of results and performance.
Regularly evaluate the progress, impact, and budget outlined for each department, and partner with departmental leaders to develop action plans, effectively manage the budget, rethink approaches when necessary, remove barriers, and maximize results.
Ensure compliance with operational and financial processes as well as all regulatory requirements.
Work collaboratively with Mercy For Animals’ other managing directors and global senior leadership to drive the vision and mission, effect strategy and operational excellence and monitor and report on metrics and KPIs.
Create executive reports and present them to the global senior leadership team.
As a first level manager, act as a mentor and leader, supporting alignment among departments and ensuring high performance of each direct report and each team, ensure teams’ adoption and compliance with policies and procedures and lead the organizational culture.
Help develop Mercy For Animals’ brand and identity and position the organization as a leading voice for farmed animals in alignment with its international brand.
Develop and maintain effective relationships and partnerships with external stakeholders.
Act as a Mercy For Animals representative to strengthen its brand and communicate its vision, mission, and objectives.
Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures.
Perform any other duties assigned.
About the Organisation
Mercy For Animals exists to end the exploitation of animals for food by creating a fair and sustainable food system. Our vision is to create a world where animals are respected, protected and free.
As a leading organization advocating for farmed animals, we know that achieving this goal requires a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment that welcomes and generates new perspectives and innovative ideas. If you are passionate about our mission, motivated to make an impact on animals, and would like to be part of a committed group of people, join our team!