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IEEEDirector Technology for Impact and Sustainability (E6115)
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SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationUnited States-New Jersey-Piscataway
Typefull-time
SeniorityDirector
Experience10–15 yrs
Company size1,001–5,000 people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 3w ago
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10-15 years Proven track record in the planning, development, incubation and deployment of strategic programs in the technology for impact space
At least 4 years of experience in Technology for Sustainability
Proven experience leading operational and strategic initiatives within complex organizations, including the ability to translate high-level strategic priorities into scalable programs, processes, and operational systems, while applying an entrepreneurial, start-up mindset focused on innovation, agility, and growth.
Experience in operations, program management, strategy, or organizational leadership, preferably within technology, social impact, climate, international development, nonprofit, or membership-based organizations.
Strong leadership and supervisory experience, including managing staff, coordinating consultants and contractors, and supporting volunteer leadership structures such as boards, committees, or working groups.
Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate across both direct and indirect reporting relationships.
Proven experience building, scaling, and sustaining organizational programs, partnerships, and initiatives from concept through implementation and growth.
Demonstrated experience overseeing large-scale program portfolios, including operational planning, implementation, financial management, contract oversight, and continuous improvement of processes and systems.
Strong understanding of sustainability, climate technology, environmental innovation, energy transition, or related sectors.
Strong experience managing budgets, financial planning, and program resources, including coordination with finance, legal, and procurement teams to ensure compliance with organizational policies and effective use of resources.
Proven ability to develop and manage strategic partnerships with internal teams and external stakeholders across industry, academia, nonprofits, and international organizations.
Experience leading the promotion and visibility of programs focused on social and environmental impact, ideally within technology or innovation initiatives, through marketing, communications, storytelling, and stakeholder engagement.
Demonstrated ability to design, track, and communicate program metrics and impact data, translating results into reports, presentations, and insights that inform decision-making and demonstrate program effectiveness.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing high-level materials such as executive briefings, strategic reports, presentations, and impact summaries for diverse audiences.
Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex challenges, build consensus among diverse stakeholders, and develop practical solutions that support organizational goals.
Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and organizational leadership in fast-paced and evolving environments, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining operational excellence.
Experience working with volunteer governance structures, advisory boards, committees, consortia, or multi-stakeholder coalitions.
Demonstrated ability to balance strategic leadership, portfolio management, and operational execution across multiple functions and teams.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferably in Engineering, Business, Marketing or International Relations
Master's or other advanced degree
Experience working in complex global and multi-stakeholder environments is strongly preferred.
International Travel is required (30% of time)
As defined in IEEE Policies, individuals currently serving on an IEEE board or committee are not eligible to apply.
PLEASE NOTE: This position is not budgeted for employer-sponsored immigration support, this includes all persons in F (both CPT and OPT), J, H, L, or O status.
Job Summary
The Director Technology for Impact & Sustainability plays a pivotal role in supporting the Senior Director across two growing, mission-driven departments (Humanitarian Technologies & Technology for Sustainable Climate) focused on applying technology for social impact and climate sustainability. This individual is responsible for operational execution, strategic alignment, partnership engagement, financial oversight, contract management, and organizational growth across the Technology for Impact portfolio. In addition to leading shared operations and growth functions across both departments, the Director serves as the primary staff leader for the Technology for Sustainable Climate Matrix Organization (TSCMO), providing strategic leadership, operational oversight, partnership development, and execution of climate technology initiatives, programs, events, and its committees and subcommittees.
Education
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferably in Engineering, Business, Marketing or International Relations Req
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Master’s or other advanced degree Req
Work Experience
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10-15 years Proven track record in the planning, development, incubation and deployment of strategic programs in the technology for impact space Req
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At least 4 years of experience in Technology for Sustainability required Req
Skills and Requirements
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Proven experience leading operational and strategic initiatives within complex organizations, including the ability to translate high-level strategic priorities into scalable programs, processes, and operational systems, while applying an entrepreneurial, start-up mindset focused on innovation, agility, and growth.
•
Experience in operations, program management, strategy, or organizational leadership, preferably within technology, social impact, climate, international development, nonprofit, or membership-based organizations. Experience working in complex global and multi-stakeholder environments is strongly preferred.
•
Strong leadership and supervisory experience, including managing staff, coordinating consultants and contractors, and supporting volunteer leadership structures such as boards, committees, or working groups. Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate across both direct and indirect reporting relationships.
•
Proven experience building, scaling, and sustaining organizational programs, partnerships, and initiatives from concept through implementation and growth.
•
Demonstrated experience overseeing large-scale program portfolios, including operational planning, implementation, financial management, contract oversight, and continuous improvement of processes and systems.
•
Strong understanding of sustainability, climate technology, environmental innovation, energy transition, or related sectors.
•
Strong experience managing budgets, financial planning, and program resources, including coordination with finance, legal, and procurement teams to ensure compliance with organizational policies and effective use of resources.
•
Proven ability to develop and manage strategic partnerships with internal teams and external stakeholders across industry, academia, nonprofits, and international organizations.
•
Experience leading the promotion and visibility of programs focused on social and environmental impact, ideally within technology or innovation initiatives, through marketing, communications, storytelling, and stakeholder engagement.
•
Demonstrated ability to design, track, and communicate program metrics and impact data, translating results into reports, presentations, and insights that inform decision-making and demonstrate program effectiveness.
•
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing high-level materials such as executive briefings, strategic reports, presentations, and impact summaries for diverse audiences.
•
Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex challenges, build consensus among diverse stakeholders, and develop practical solutions that support organizational goals.
•
Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and organizational leadership in fast-paced and evolving environments, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining operational excellence.
•
Experience working with volunteer governance structures, advisory boards, committees, consortia, or multi-stakeholder coalitions.
•
Demonstrated ability to balance strategic leadership, portfolio management, and operational execution across multiple functions and teams.
•
International Travel is required (30% of time)
Other Requirements:
As defined in IEEE Policies, individuals currently serving on an IEEE board or committee are not eligible to apply.
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PLEASE NOTE: This position is not budgeted for employer-sponsored immigration support, this includes all persons in F (both CPT and OPT), J, H, L, or O status.
For information on work demands and conditions required for this position, please consult the reference document, ADA Requirements. This position is classified under Category II – Mobile Positions.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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