Associate Director, Global Operations – Bogota (Hybrid). Permanent role reporting to the Director, Global Operations. Role Overview. This is a senior operations leadership role for someone who thrives at the intersection of people management, project delivery, and cross‑functional problem solving. The Associate Director serves as a strategic partner and senior leader within Global Operations, driving cross‑functional alignment, project execution, work‑stream management, people leadership, and organizational efficiency across global operational priorities. The role ensures creation of actionable plans, accountable delivery, consistent reporting, and measurable progress. Key Responsibilities Strategic Project Leadership and Governance Oversee the project management of multi‑departmental, global projects, ensuring consistent methodologies, tools, and reporting standards. Drive execution of high‑impact, cross‑functional projects from initiation to completion. Develop and maintain governance frameworks for project execution and decision making. Monitor project health, risks, and dependencies, escalating issues as needed. Manage cross‑cutting workstreams – meetings and events team, data officer, safety, health, environment and quality officer’s workstreams. Encourage the professional development of direct reports. Ensure high standards of data reporting and analysis across multiple team members. Cross‑Functional Coordination and Stakeholder Alignment Partner with other ADs and their team members to ensure strategic and operational alignment. Facilitate alignment across other One Operations teams. Lead cadence of operational meetings, including leadership reviews and strategic off‑sites. Ensure clear communication and documentation of decisions, action items, and follow‑ups. Strategic Performance Insight and Operational Data and Reporting Support the Director of Global Operations to define and execute strategic priorities. Facilitate operational planning cycles, including goal setting, KPI tracking and performance reviews. Serve as a thought partner to other ADs and the Director, providing insights on strategic priorities and operational improvements. People Leadership and Team Development Provide line management and support to a team of four direct reports. Set clear priorities, expectations, and delivery rhythms across cross‑cutting Global Operations workstreams. Support professional development of direct reports. Coach and enable team members to manage their workstreams with ownership and accountability. Foster a collaborative, inclusive and high‑performing team environment. Ensure regular check‑ins, feedback, and progress tracking across direct reports. Model empathetic, practical and accountable leadership. Education Essential Education – Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience. Desirable Education – Master’s degree. Experience Significant experience in operations, strategy, project management or transformation within a complex, global, regional, or matrixed organisation. Proven experience leading cross‑functional initiatives through execution, managing risks, dependencies, and stakeholder alignment. Strong people management experience, coaching, and holding team members accountable. Experience developing project governance, reporting rhythms, dashboards and senior leadership materials. Strong stakeholder management experience with senior leaders beyond direct reporting lines. Ability to operate in ambiguity and move priorities forward. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools (Asana, Smartsheet, MS Project, Microsoft 365, etc.). Fluency in English and the local language of the office location. Experience in an international NGO, foundation, philanthropy, development, public sector or mission‑driven environment (Desirable). PMP, Agile, Lean, Six Sigma or similar certification (Desirable). Experience overseeing operational data, KPI reporting or performance reporting (Desirable). Experience supporting health and safety, workplace operations, events or organisational operations workstreams (Desirable). Experience working across multiple regions, cultures and time zones (Desirable). Other Requirements Travel required; frequency depends on role requirements. Proficiency with project management and data analysis tools (Asana, Tableau, Excel, etc.). Functional Competencies Strategic Thinking Project Leadership Analytical Acumen Operational Excellence Change Management Technical Proficiency People Leadership Distributed People Leadership Operational Judgement and Escalation Personal Competencies Global Perspective Leadership and Accountability Proactive Communication Humility Core Values Flexibility Openness What We Offer Generous professional development allowance. Excellent benefits and perks promoting well‑being and a healthy work‑life balance, including generous time off, flexible work arrangements and staff required to work in an Open Society office 50% of working days per month. Employer‑paid health insurance and dental plans for individuals and families (no employee contribution). Exceptional retirement savings plan (non‑contributory for employees) and life insurance. Progressive paid parental leave, reproductive and family planning support, and more. Commitment to nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace. Equal Opportunity Open Society Foundations is committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion, and to building a diverse staff that reflects the movements, issues and communities that our mission serves. Candidates from all underrepresented backgrounds, identities and communities are encouraged to apply. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and colleagues with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr