VP, Global Relationships & Strategic Partnerships: Victim Identification

At Thorn, our cause is our code. We are a nonprofit whose mission of defending children from sexual exploitation and abuse is deeply embedded within our core-a shared code that drives us to do challenging work with resilience and determination.

Here, you'll work and grow among the best hearts and the best minds in tech, data, and business alongside our network of independent partners, NGOs, and law enforcement agencies.

Together, we're focused on building technology that protects children's futures. We are looking for dynamic problem solvers with the desire to help address some of today's toughest issues.

You'll collaborate with a diverse group of peers in a remote environment centered on wellness, care, and compassion.

In 2019, we took the stage at TED and shared our audacious goal of eliminating child sexual abuse material from the internet.

Come join us to help make this goal a reality and build a world where every child can be safe, curious, and happy.

About the Role

In this role, you'll be responsible for building and nurturing high-level relationships with key, critical law enforcement agencies and NGOs in a way that maintains Thorn's trusted reputation, advances our mission and current strategic objectives, as well as ensures our strategy is informed by the needs of our partners.

This role will cultivate the relationships and insights needed to build technology that activates the law enforcement and NGO community to identify child victims of online child sexual abuse faster & equip those on the frontlines of victim identification with the tools needed to do their jobs.

What You'll Do

• Cultivate and manage high-level relationships with key law enforcement agencies and NGOs.
• Champion innovative opportunities to advance our mission through stakeholder engagement and alignment, fostering a culture of continuous learning and progress.
• Drive adoption of Thorn-developed, victim-centered technology with key partners, unlocking fresh avenues for growth, increased reach, technological integration, and sustainability
• Work with cross-functional teams to execute our Go-To-Market strategy.
• Develop and oversee a transparent set of success metrics, enabling us to track progress effectively towards our objectives.
• Lead and facilitate impactful meetings, ensuring proactive communication of project milestones, potential obstacles, and significant updates to stakeholders both internal and external.
• Communicate complex issues to internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Foster a deep understanding of the needs and perspectives of our law enforcement and NGO partners, guiding product development, data strategy, and research initiatives.
• Effectively communicate across Thorn the role that law enforcement and NGOs play in achieving our mission, how the near-term goals contribute to our mission, how we are progressing, and what we are learning.

Ensure teams across Thorn can tap into our stakeholder network (both internal and external) to advance our mission and achieve our objectives.

• Serve as a compelling ambassador for Thorn's vision, strategy, and impact, actively engaging with stakeholders in service of our shared mission to combat online child sexual exploitation.
• Represent Thorn at conferences, workshops, and forums, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing among stakeholders in the field of child protection.
• Support sustainability efforts for Thorn's mission, ensuring our impact endures for generations to come.
• Play a pivotal role in securing funding opportunities, working closely with the development and business teams on contract renewals, and identifying new avenues for growth.
• Lead, motivate, and coach team members. Set clear goals and expectations for the team, while promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

• 10+ years experience working within Law Enforcement or NGOs in the child protection space at a global level strongly preferred.
• Previous experience managing and leading a team. Emotional intelligence and empathy.
• Proven proficiency in business strategy and execution, coupled with the agility to manage large-scale transformation initiatives that drive meaningful change, leveraging strategic partnerships and technology effectively.
• Exceptional communication skills across various mediums-oral, written, interpersonal, and public speaking- and audiences, coupled with a persuasive and passionate demeanor.
• The capacity to seamlessly navigate between strategic vision and operational execution, maintaining focus on both the broader objectives and the finer details.
• Experience in project management planning and delivery, coupled with a keen analytical mindset to identify requirements and innovative solutions in collaboration with stakeholders.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams across geographical boundaries, fostering synergy and driving results remotely.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Meticulous attention to detail, thriving in a fast-paced and dynamic environment where ambiguity is a constant.
• A self-reflective nature, driven by a desire for continuous improvement in approach and processes.
• A profound sense of passion, humility, integrity, and hopefulness, all underpinned by a resolute commitment to Thorn's mission and a self-directed approach to achieving it.
• The ability and determination to shape decisions both within Thorn and externally, leveraging data, insights, and compelling narratives to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• You have a commitment to putting the children we serve at the center of everything you do.

Technologies We Use (for relevant roles)

Experience in effectively using project management tools (Asana) & GSuite (email, slides, docs, and sheets), Salesforce

Compensation and Benefits

A reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role is $158,300-$209,000 / year . This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to location;

skill sets; experience and training; licensure, and certifications.

Our remote-first work model is structured around working from home most of the time. But, there will be times that employees are expected to travel.

For example, Thorn may host company-wide gatherings, and smaller teams may hold in-person meetings and team-building events, or require attendance at specific conferences.

At Thorn, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits.

Learn more about what working at Thorn can mean for you .

Thorn is a strong and flexible team because of the diverse backgrounds of our staff. This includes professional background, subject matter expertise, culture, race / ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, language, hobbies, etc.

We strongly encourage women, minorities, and people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Your skills are needed here.

Thorn is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our our commitment, Thorn will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and / or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our team at [email protected]

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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