Director, Mothers & Babies

Job Description

• This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Director, Mothers & Babies in the United Kingdom. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on shaping and scaling a transformative “Mothers & Babies” program designed to improve maternal and newborn outcomes through direct cash transfers. You will define product strategy, lead cross-functional execution, and build scalable delivery models across multiple countries and partners. Operating at the intersection of product, programs, research, and fundraising, you will translate evidence into action while ensuring a dignified and effective recipient experience. This role requires strong systems thinking, entrepreneurial leadership, and the ability to operate in complex, fast-changing environments. You will also play a key role in shaping donor engagement and building a compelling case for large-scale funding. It is a unique opportunity to directly influence global health outcomes and the future of cash-based interventions in development.
• Accountabilities In this role, you will define and lead the end-to-end strategy, execution, and scaling of the Mothers & Babies product while coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners. Own the product vision, multi-year strategy, and roadmap, translating it into clear milestones, hypotheses, and decision frameworks. Design and refine the program model, including transfer design, enrollment, delivery mechanisms, and recipient experience with a strong focus on dignity and safeguarding. Lead cross-functional execution across product, programs, research, partnerships, and technology teams to ensure effective delivery and continuous improvement. Build scalable operating and partnership models, defining responsibilities, incentives, and data flows between internal teams and external partners. Drive the learning agenda by defining key metrics, evaluating impact, and translating evidence into actionable product and strategic decisions. Support fundraising and go-to-market efforts by shaping product positioning, donor narratives, and evidence-based materials for scale. Lead execution without formal authority, ensuring alignment across global stakeholders and maintaining high standards of accountability and performance. Requirements The ideal candidate is a highly entrepreneurial, mission-driven leader with deep experience across product, program delivery, or partnerships in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. 8+ years of experience in product management, program leadership, partnerships, or business development in global health, development, or similar fields. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver complex initiatives in distributed, multicultural environments. Strong analytical and systems-thinking skills, with the ability to move between strategic vision and detailed operational execution. Experience working on technology-enabled programs or data-driven product development, ideally in health, humanitarian, or development contexts. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority. Demonstrated ability to work with ambiguity, prioritize effectively, and drive decisions in fast-changing environments. Passion for social impact and strong alignment with recipient-centered design, safeguarding, and ethical program delivery. Benefits Competitive compensation aligned with experience and location Fully remote working model with international collaboration Flexible working arrangements and generous paid time off Annual learning and development budget for professional growth Opportunities to travel to program sites and engage directly with field operations High ownership role with direct impact on global health outcomes Exposure to cross-functional work across product, research, and fundraising teams Inclusive, mission-driven culture focused on impact, autonomy, and continuous learning
• How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1
• We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
• apply for this job