Director of Operations
Position :
The Director of Operations will work closely with the organisation's leadership and teams to ensure that Global Left has the systems, structures, processes, and coordination mechanisms required to operate effectively as an international organisation.
Working Hours
Volunteer role (10–20 hours per week)
Location
Compensation
Start Date
Remote (Global)
Voluntary role during the establishment phase
Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled.
About the Job
Global Left is an international organisation connecting left and centre-left political actors committed to democracy, equality, human rights, and social justice.
The organisation builds a global platform for cooperation between parliamentarians, political parties, progressive organisations, policy experts, and civic actors, supporting political dialogue, policy coordination, and international cooperation.
We are currently seeking a Director of Operations to help build and coordinate the organisation's operational infrastructure during its establishment and growth phase.
Responsibilities
The Director of Operations will:
Lead the development and coordination of Global Left's organisational operations and internal processes
Establish clear systems for internal coordination, task management, documentation, and organisational workflows
Support the development of the organisation's institutional structure, policies, and operating procedures
Coordinate across Global Left's teams and ensure effective collaboration between operations, membership, communications, policy, and other functions
Support recruitment, onboarding, coordination, and development of staff and volunteers
Develop and maintain administrative systems, organisational records, and internal documentation
Support financial administration, budgeting, expense tracking, and operational planning
Coordinate organisational meetings, internal planning processes, and key institutional activities
Support the planning and delivery of international meetings, events, conferences, and political activities
Develop systems for monitoring organisational priorities, deadlines, and deliverables
Identify operational challenges and develop practical solutions to improve organisational effectiveness
Support the development of partnerships, institutional relationships, and organisational infrastructure
Contribute to long-term institutional development and the scaling of Global Left's operations
Provide regular operational updates and recommendations to the organisation's leadership
Requirements
Candidates demonstrate:
Academic background in management, public administration, political science, international relations, economics, organisational development, or a related field or
Professional or volunteer experience in operations, management, NGOs, political organisations, civic initiatives, international organisations, or social movements
Experience coordinating projects, teams, programmes, or organisational processes
Strong organisational and project-management skills
Ability to develop practical systems and processes in a growing organisation
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote environment
Additional qualities
Strong interest in international progressive political cooperation
Strategic and solution-oriented approach to organisational challenges
Ability to work effectively across cultures, time zones, and different organisational contexts
Strong attention to detail combined with an ability to see the wider organisational picture
Collaborative leadership style and ability to coordinate people without unnecessary bureaucracy
Initiative, reliability, and ability to take ownership of projects
Experience working in an international, political, nonprofit, or movement-based environment is an advantage
Commitment to democratic values, equality, human rights, and social justice
How to Apply
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
To apply, please click the application link and complete the form on our website.