Job
Regional Head of Americas
| Location | Ridgefield, CT 6877 |
| Date Posted | February 20, 2025 |
| Job ID | 12665 |
| Employment Type | Direct Hire |
Scion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct an immediate search for a Regional Head of Americas for a globally recognized nonprofit professional association dedicated to advancing commercial and contract management practices. This remote-based role, ideally located within the U.S., offers an exciting opportunity to lead strategic growth initiatives and drive business development across the Americas region. Reporting directly to the executive leadership team, the Regional Head of Americas will oversee a team, manage a substantial revenue portfolio, and foster strategic partnerships to expand the organization’s presence and influence.
The ideal candidate is a dynamic, strategic leader with exceptional business development, communication, and leadership skills. This individual will play a pivotal role in crafting and executing regional growth strategies, engaging with members and stakeholders, and driving initiatives that enhance member value. This is a full-time, permanent position requiring regular travel within the Americas and occasional global travel.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Regional Strategy and Leadership
QUALIFICATIONS:
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
This opportunity offers a competitive salary range of $120,000–$160,000 (dependent on experience) and a comprehensive benefits package. This role provides the chance to contribute to a mission-driven organization with a global impact, along with extensive travel opportunities and professional growth potential.
HOW TO APPLY:
For immediate consideration, please provide your resume and cover letter, sharing more about your experience and interest in this role via https://scionexecutivesearch.com/job/12665/.
ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:
Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.
We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online. Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.
For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
The ideal candidate is a dynamic, strategic leader with exceptional business development, communication, and leadership skills. This individual will play a pivotal role in crafting and executing regional growth strategies, engaging with members and stakeholders, and driving initiatives that enhance member value. This is a full-time, permanent position requiring regular travel within the Americas and occasional global travel.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Regional Strategy and Leadership
- Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan for the Americas region, identifying growth opportunities, competitive positioning, and member engagement priorities.
- Lead and inspire a remote, international team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
- Collaborate with the global leadership team to align regional initiatives with organizational goals.
- Oversee a revenue portfolio of approximately $3 million, with an annual growth target of 9%.
- Drive business development efforts to expand and nurture an account base of around 100 corporate members, ensuring high renewal rates and cultivating new relationships.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, strategic partnerships, and sponsorships to support revenue growth.
- Serve as the regional advocate for the commercial and contract management discipline, representing the organization at conferences, events, and public forums.
- Deliver compelling presentations and thought leadership to inspire stakeholders and elevate the organization’s presence in the Americas.
- Provide tailored support to members, ensuring access to the latest learning solutions, research, insights, and member benefits.
- Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key stakeholders, including members, partners, vendors, and industry leaders.
- Collaborate with global and regional teams to enhance member value and deliver impactful initiatives.
- Partner with marketing and communication teams to effectively promote the organization’s mission and programs.
- Lead and manage a team including a Business Operations Manager, Strategic Alliances Director, and Sub-Regional Leads.
- Ensure operational efficiency and team alignment with strategic priorities.
- Oversee budget management, reporting, and achievement of performance metrics.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in business development or strategic leadership, ideally in the not-for-profit, professional membership, or commercial sectors.
- Proven track record of leading teams and driving membership growth initiatives.
- Exceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and innovative approach to driving growth and enhancing member value.
- Outstanding communication, public speaking, and engagement skills, with the ability to inspire and influence diverse audiences.
- Strong organizational skills, adaptability, and the ability to lead remote international teams effectively.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with HubSpot or similar CRM systems is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of commercial and contract management is preferred, or a willingness to become well-versed in the field.
- Foreign language proficiency is a plus.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
This opportunity offers a competitive salary range of $120,000–$160,000 (dependent on experience) and a comprehensive benefits package. This role provides the chance to contribute to a mission-driven organization with a global impact, along with extensive travel opportunities and professional growth potential.
HOW TO APPLY:
For immediate consideration, please provide your resume and cover letter, sharing more about your experience and interest in this role via https://scionexecutivesearch.com/job/12665/.
ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:
Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.
We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online. Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.
For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
