Vice President Operations

VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS

ABOUT HTI

The Human Trafficking Institute (HTI) is reshaping the landscape of the fight against human trafficking and child exploitation, deploying a high-impact model that is stopping traffickers and protecting victims in record numbers. HTI has already made significant strides in decimating trafficking across the globe. As HTI embarks on a phase of significant growth, this position presents a unique opportunity for the right leader to play a pivotal role in fueling the expansion of this proven model domestically and internationally while driving historic impact, sustainable transformation, and changed lives in the battle against trafficking.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Vice President of Operations is responsible for translating HTI’s strategic vision into actionable plans and designing scalable systems across global operations. This person will build systems and processes that maximize HTI’s impact and position the organization for strategic growth. In addition, the Vice President of Operations will manage (in-house) finance and human resources leaders, and (outside) IT and legal contractors. This leader will be a “player-coach” and hands-on implementer to ensure all operations elements of the organization work cohesively, efficiently, and effectively to advance HTI’s mission.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Strategic Execution: Work with the CEO and Leadership Team to operationalize HTI’s strategic vision, ensuring visibility into key performance indicators and processes and addressing operational challenges at their root to drive lasting solutions.
• Operational Excellence: Design and implement scalable systems to enhance coordination among HTI’s Program, Advancement (Fundraising), and Operations functions. These systems should provide accurate data, thoughtful analysis, and clear reporting on operational metrics. Develop HTI’s international operating model, optimizing structure, staffing, and processes.
• Team Leadership: Manage in-house finance and human resources leaders, and outside legal and IT contractors, providing direction, accountability, and strategic oversight.
• Financial Stewardship (Manage In-House Lead): Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and donor requirements. Manage financial plans to optimize resource allocation, prudent cash management, and compliance with reporting standards.
• Human Resources (Manage In-House Lead): Ensure staffing plans, talent acquisition, and retention strategies build cohesive, high-performing teams. Oversee all aspects of talent management, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and conflict resolution.
• Compliance & Risk Management (Manage Outside Contractors): Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations across jurisdictions. Develop risk management protocols and contingency plans to strengthen operational resiliency.
• Information Technology (Manage Outside Contractor): Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to ensure IT systems effectively serve organizational needs.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 7+ years in a senior operations role.
• Proven track record in operational leadership, strategic implementation, and financial management.

WHAT DRIVES SUCCESS

• Demonstrated success in developing and executing operational strategies.
• Strong people skills and ability to drive effective collaboration across functions in an international organization.
• Solid financial expertise, including budget management.
• Strong understanding of compliance and risk management.
• Proven leadership abilities in managing, developing, and guiding cross-functional remote teams to achieve goals.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.

THE BENEFITS

HTI offers a wide range of health and welfare benefits to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing to qualified employees:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401k
• Generous PTO program
• Life and accident coverage
• Voluntary income protection benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

REQUIREMENTS

• This is a full-time, remote position for a global organization. There may be meetings that occur outside of 8am – 5pm, depending on your time zone.
• This position requires domestic and international travel.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds at times.

We are only able to consider applicants who reside in the United States and possess United States work authorization.

VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS

ABOUT HTI

The Human Trafficking Institute (HTI) is reshaping the landscape of the fight against human trafficking and child exploitation, deploying a high-impact model that is stopping traffickers and protecting victims in record numbers. HTI has already made significant strides in decimating trafficking across the globe. As HTI embarks on a phase of significant growth, this position presents a unique opportunity for the right leader to play a pivotal role in fueling the expansion of this proven model domestically and internationally while driving historic impact, sustainable transformation, and changed lives in the battle against trafficking.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Vice President of Operations is responsible for translating HTI’s strategic vision into actionable plans and designing scalable systems across global operations. This person will build systems and processes that maximize HTI’s impact and position the organization for strategic growth. In addition, the Vice President of Operations will manage (in-house) finance and human resources leaders, and (outside) IT and legal contractors. This leader will be a “player-coach” and hands-on implementer to ensure all operations elements of the organization work cohesively, efficiently, and effectively to advance HTI’s mission.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Strategic Execution: Work with the CEO and Leadership Team to operationalize HTI’s strategic vision, ensuring visibility into key performance indicators and processes and addressing operational challenges at their root to drive lasting solutions.
• Operational Excellence: Design and implement scalable systems to enhance coordination among HTI’s Program, Advancement (Fundraising), and Operations functions. These systems should provide accurate data, thoughtful analysis, and clear reporting on operational metrics. Develop HTI’s international operating model, optimizing structure, staffing, and processes.
• Team Leadership: Manage in-house finance and human resources leaders, and outside legal and IT contractors, providing direction, accountability, and strategic oversight.
• Financial Stewardship (Manage In-House Lead): Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and donor requirements. Manage financial plans to optimize resource allocation, prudent cash management, and compliance with reporting standards.
• Human Resources (Manage In-House Lead): Ensure staffing plans, talent acquisition, and retention strategies build cohesive, high-performing teams. Oversee all aspects of talent management, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and conflict resolution.
• Compliance & Risk Management (Manage Outside Contractors): Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations across jurisdictions. Develop risk management protocols and contingency plans to strengthen operational resiliency.
• Information Technology (Manage Outside Contractor): Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to ensure IT systems effectively serve organizational needs.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 7+ years in a senior operations role.
• Proven track record in operational leadership, strategic implementation, and financial management.

WHAT DRIVES SUCCESS

• Demonstrated success in developing and executing operational strategies.
• Strong people skills and ability to drive effective collaboration across functions in an international organization.
• Solid financial expertise, including budget management.
• Strong understanding of compliance and risk management.
• Proven leadership abilities in managing, developing, and guiding cross-functional remote teams to achieve goals.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.

THE BENEFITS

HTI offers a wide range of health and welfare benefits to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing to qualified employees:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401k
• Generous PTO program
• Life and accident coverage
• Voluntary income protection benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

REQUIREMENTS

• This is a full-time, remote position for a global organization. There may be meetings that occur outside of 8am – 5pm, depending on your time zone.
• This position requires domestic and international travel.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds at times.

We are only able to consider applicants who reside in the United States and possess United States work authorization.