Regional Director, Global Health

**About the role**:
**Position**: Regional Director, Global Health & Development (Asia)

**Location**: Manila, Philippines (with international travel)

Are you ready to lead in a mission-driven organisation focused on building a global health portfolio in the international development sector - working with donors and governments to improve health systems and health outcomes?

This exciting role at International SOS offers you the opportunity to shape our vision and strategy for Global Health in the Asia region.

**About Us**

At International SOS, we specialize in safeguarding workforces worldwide against health and security risks. From natural disasters to epidemics, we provide immediate, on-the-ground assistance, leveraging our innovative technology and deep medical expertise to support the world’s most prominent global aid and government agencies.

13,000 multi-cultural medical, security and logistics experts stand with our clients to provide support & assistance from over 1,000 locations in 90 countries, 24/7, 365 days.

International SOS has a strong history of working with **Governments and International Organisations**. It is a preferred supplier of medical services to key government clients globally, primarily enhancing client capabilities in overseas settings. Our services include medical and public health technical assistance, solution design, full implementation of medical and public health programs (including infrastructure and clinic/healthcare system design and delivery), capacity building and staffing, rapid deployment, and medical supplies. Additionally, International SOS offers medical assistance services, medical evacuation capabilities, and security consulting services to our Government Services clients.

**What success looks like**:
As the Regional Director (Asia) of global health and development, you will drive new business opportunities, build strategic partnerships, and serve as a key representative to donor, government and private sector clients.

Your expertise will position International SOS as a trusted leader in global health and development solutions. This will ultimately contribute to sustainable improvements in healthcare systems across Asia.

**Responsibilities**
- Provide expertise in creating the commercial roadmap for International SOS’s growth in global health and development in Asia.
- Act as a “positioning lead” by raising awareness and preference for International SOS solutions in government marketplaces through networking, educational initiatives, and participation in symposiums, working groups, and networking events.
- Establish client relationship management and business development priorities based on comprehensive market and competition analysis within Asia, aligning our capabilities with funding priorities.
- Identify and map various funding mechanisms within the region, focusing on major donors (e.g. USAID, DFAT, FCDO, Multilateral Development Banks, Global Fund) and innovatively leveraging these funds directly or indirectly.
- Collaborate across functions and geographies to deliver seamless, world-class solutions.

**About you**:
We are looking for someone with proven experience in the international development and global health sectors. You will bring excellent networking and strategic thinking skills, a track record of winning contracts, and the ability to work effectively across cultures. Fluency in English is essential, and familiarity with local languages is a plus.
- Excellent networking and relationship building skills with the ability to move these conversations to successful strategic and commercial partnerships.
- Pre-existing network and knowledge of key players (Donors, Governments, Multilateral Development Banks, NGOs) in the region.

**Travel Requirements**
- Frequent regional travel to visit clients, sites, and partners throughout the region.

**Why Join us?**:
**Join Us?**
- Be part of a purpose-driven company with a global impact on enhancing health systems and communities.
- Travel regionally to make a difference, working with diverse teams and partners.
- Bonus scheme
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Private Pension, Private Medical insurance, Life Assurance and more
- Warm, supportive and open company culture
- We celebrate diversity on a global scale and encourage every colleague to bring their personal best by creating an environment of inclusion and equal support

International SOS has been recognised as a Top Employer in the UK by the Top Employer’s Institute (TEI) for 2024.