# South Korea Director > Pathways · South Korea (Remote) · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-21 **Workplace:** remote ## Description **Role Profile** - Preferred base location in Seoul - Work is remote and involves close collaboration with our global team - Full-time preferred, flexibility is an option **About Pathways**  Pathways works to build broad, resilient support for the rapid implementation of policies that address climate change. Operating as a field catalyst, we work in countries whose actions are most consequential in the next decade and beyond. We work behind the scenes as a strategic partner and are committed to empowering those with deep local knowledge to lead. Our delivery model is focused on enabling others to act, rather than acting directly.  Our country directors design country-specific strategies and then build and incubate new initiatives focused on securing backing for policies that reduce emissions, regardless of who is in power. **Working with Us** Driven by the urgency of the climate crisis, we offer a dynamic, entrepreneurial and collaborative workplace. Our global team is united by a shared commitment to our mission, and we support each member to find the balance they need to excel both personally and professionally. While we work remotely, we recognise the importance of connection and team cohesion. With Pathways you will have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully, working in an entrepreneurial environment alongside a growing team of highly experienced political and climate strategists who are dedicated to making a real difference in the world. **About This Role** This role is focused on developing and enabling the delivery of a strategy in South Korea to broaden support for climate action. It involves working closely with our Executive Director (based in the United Kingdom) to design and execute and our Operations Director to incubate and grow new initiatives. **Job Summary** As our Director you will be our chief representative in South Korea. You will lead on the Discovery, Design, Building and Scaling of new initiatives.  You will be instrumental in identifying and seizing opportunities for ecosystem development, navigating complex strategic, legal, and political risks, and ensuring we stay compliant with local regulations. Your leadership will be essential in guiding the development and execution of our strategy. Your insights will contribute significantly to both local and global strategic decisions, ensuring that our work in South Korea aligns with and supports our broader mission. **Key Responsibilities** _Leadership and Representation_ - Act as the chief representative in South Korea, contributing to shaping and prioritising Pathways’ strategies in alignment with our overall organisational goals - Oversee the development and execution of Pathways’ South Korea strategy - Develop existing concepts and lead the management and execution of our methodology - Forge and maintain strong relationships with local country partners and stakeholders for the delivery of the Pathways’ activities - Identify opportunities for wider ecosystem development and mobilisation in-country _Operational + Risk Management_  - Oversee the building and scaling of new initiatives in South Korea. This includes hiring and supporting leaders for new initiatives and securing seed and scale funding, with support from Pathways’ core fundraising capacity - Work closely with Pathways’ operations team to manage the operationalisation of new initiatives - Monitor and evaluate the progress of new initiatives, ensuring that they align with strategic objectives and deliver measurable impact - Raise and manage domestic fundraising, and guide the flow of pooled funds to the new initiatives we build - Identify and mitigate political, legal and strategic risks in-country and ensure local compliance with regulations and organisational policies ## Requirements **About You** You are a highly skilled leader with extensive knowledge of the South Korean political and environmental landscape. As a strategic thinker, you will excel in building and nurturing strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including civil society, government officials at all levels and other key stakeholders. You will have the strategic insight to anticipate challenges and opportunities, guiding the development and execution of our South Korea strategy to the highest standard. Proven scale-up experience in a public affairs or strategic communications focused organisation and/or a not-for-profit is critical. Strong strategy development, project management, effective prioritisation and decision-making and excellence in delivery, are also key. ** Specific Skills + Qualifications** - Proven experience in a senior leadership role - Strong background in political strategy and stakeholder management - Familiarity with the South Korean political landscape and ecosystem - Highly entrepreneurial, with an ability to identify and capitalise on opportunities for ecosystem development - Exceptional project management and organisational skills - Excellent strategic thinking and analytical capabilities - Proven ability to manage end-to-end processes and deliver results - Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills - Experience in managing, compliance, political and strategic risks - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Fluent in Korean and English ## Benefits **Compensation**  We offer competitive compensation in-line with local market wages, and generous benefits including: - Flexible working hours from day 1 - Professional development stipend - Co-working space stipend - Home office set up - Work from home internet or phone coverage stipend - Private health care - Life insurance ## Apply [Apply at Pathways](https://apply.workable.com/pathways-7/j/F70768AE72/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)