CURE International is a faith-based nonprofit organization operating a global network of children’s hospitals that provide life-changing surgical care to children with treatable disabilities. Through excellence in medicine, intentional ministry, and long-term capacity building, CURE serves children and families across Africa and the Philippines—proclaiming the hope of the gospel alongside world-class care.
Position OverviewThe Director, Special Projects is a senior individual contributor within the Office of the President, reporting directly to the President & CEO. This role serves as a strategic execution partner—ensuring that the organization’s highest-priority initiatives, communications, and leadership commitments move forward with clarity, discipline, and follow-through.
Operating at the intersection of strategy, operations, and executive communication, the Director translates leadership direction into coordinated action across the organization, prepares executive- and board-level materials, and maintains continuity of progress during periods of executive travel or external engagement. The role is ideal for a globally experienced professional who thrives in complex, mission-driven environments and can operate confidently at both strategic and execution levels.
Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Project Leadership- Lead execution of high-priority, cross-functional initiatives originating from the Office of the President
- Translate executive priorities into clear plans, timelines, and deliverables with accountability
- Coordinate inputs across departments to drive alignment and momentum
- Proactively identify risks, delays, or misalignment and elevate them for action
- Prepare polished executive-, board-, and donor-ready materials, including briefs and presentations
- Synthesize complex medical, operational, and programmatic information into clear narratives
- Support preparation and coordination of board packets and leadership materials
- Draft correspondence and communications on behalf of the President when delegated
- Support tracking and reporting for CURE’s multi-year strategic plan and annual priorities
- Monitor progress against key initiatives, milestones, and organizational goals
- Prepare concise executive and board updates on progress and priorities
- Coordinate cross-departmental inputs to ensure accuracy and alignment
- Maintain continuity of work during executive travel and external engagements
- Track commitments, follow-ups, and open decisions to ensure nothing stalls
- Partner closely with the Executive Assistant to support seamless information flow
- Represent the Office of the President with professionalism, discretion, and mission alignment
Required
- Master’s degree in Global Health, Public Health (MPH), International Development, Health Policy, Health Administration, or a closely related field
- 8–10+ years of experience in global health, international development, or complex mission-driven organizations
- Demonstrated experience managing multi-stakeholder initiatives with responsibility for execution
- Proven ability to support senior leadership and prepare executive- or board-level materials
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong judgment, discretion, and professionalism in handling sensitive information
- Alignment with CURE’s Christian mission and values
Preferred
- Experience supporting healthcare delivery organizations or hospital systems
- Familiarity with global health environments involving ministries of health, donors, NGOs, or faith-based partners
- Experience with strategic planning, organizational performance tracking, or enterprise-level initiatives
- Prior exposure to board governance or major donor engagement
- Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan (in office)
- Occasional domestic and international travel required
CURE International offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan options, paid time off, and opportunities for meaningful global impact.
What We Do
CURE International is a Christian nonprofit organization that operates a global network of eight pediatric surgical hospitals that serve children with treatable disabilities. Our hospitals are located in Ethiopia, Niger, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Uganda, Kenya, and the Philippines. Patients at CURE children's hospitals suffer from conditions such as cleft lip/palate, neglected clubfoot, bowed legs, burn contractures, spina bifida, brain tumors, and hydrocephalus. In addition to world-class clinical service, CURE intentionally ministers to the emotional and spiritual needs of our patient and their communities. Since its inception in 1996, CURE has conducted more than 5 million patient visits. CURE needs a variety of medical and non-medical professionals—domestic and international—to help ensure our continued service to these children. Both short and long-term opportunities are available. Whether administering anesthesia, leading a surgical intervention, connecting with donors, processing the payroll, praying with patients, or coordinating the design of a new operating theater, all are needed and integral to the mission! That's why we refer to ourselves as co-workers; whether you are the CEO or a security guard or a housekeeper, everyone plays an equally important role in the delivery of what we do. Check us out today at http://cure.org We want to hear from you, and we will be pleased and honored to review your application!
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