Director of Consulting - EMEA

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Planetree, a non-profit organization which pioneered the modern movement of person-centered care, is seeking an organized and energetic team member to join our Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA) team as the Director Consulting.

Founded by a single patient in 1978, Planetree has empowered over 9 million patients and healthcare providers to look at the care journey in a whole new way. Planetree is a consulting organization, working with healthcare provider organizations in the United States and in more than 30 countries globally to implement comprehensive person-centered models of care. Planetree is an advocacy organization, working with ministries of health and health-related NGOs around the world to promote person-centered care (PCC) as a model for improving quality of health care and services. And, through partnerships with universities in several countries, Planetree is changing the way that person-centered approaches to care are studied – and taught to future generations of healthcare professionals.

Reporting to the Regional Director EMEA, the Director Consulting will lead Planetree’s Consulting team to implement person-centered initiatives and Planetree programs across the EMEA Region (Europe, Middle East, Africa). This position is responsible for bringing the concept of person-centered care to life within healthcare organizations and ensure sustainability and impact of the Planetree PCC Framework. The Director will build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including healthcare executives and client teams, while managing a diverse team of experienced PCC Consultants to deliver upon Planetree’s implementation obligations and agreements. This role requires a visionary leader with a strong background in healthcare and fconsulting who demands excellence, drives results, focuses on impact, continuously improves and innovates, and leads teams in a dynamic and rapidly evolving healthcare global landscape.

Position Title: Director Consulting EMEA

Direct Reports: PCC Consultants throughout the EMEA region

Reports To: Regional Director EMEA

Work Location: Remote, preferably located in Saudi Arabia

Travel Requirements: 40% or more as required – domestic and international

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Commission Eligible: Yes – based on internal Planetree policies

Bonus Eligible: Yes – based on performance goals and organization performance

Relocation: None

Sponsorship: None – candidates must have the legal right to work in their country of residence. No visa or work sponsorship will be provided for this role.

Team Leadership & Resource Management

• Lead and manage a regional team (geographically dispersed and speaking various languages) of Person-Centered Care (PCC) consultants across EMEA.
• Assign consultants to projects based on expertise, availability, and client needs.
• Monitor consultant productivity, performance, and client feedback regarding delivery and impact.
• Manage resource planning, utilization, and forecasting across all active and upcoming projects.
• Ensure timely and effective delivery of services within agreed budgets and timelines.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development to ensure high performance and engagement.
• Monitor consultant workload and well-being to maintain a healthy and sustainable work environment.
  
  

Program Delivery & Quality Assurance

• Oversee the delivery of PCC consulting engagements and programs across the region, ensuring consistency, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Serve as a senior point of contact for key client relationships in the region.
• Monitor customer feedback, conduct debriefs and proactively manage risks and resolve any issues that arise.
• Ensure a person-centered approach is embedded in all client interactions and solutions.
• Align program delivery with Planetree’s PCC Framework, Method, and Certification Program standards.
• Continuously evaluate and enhance program effectiveness using client feedback and performance metrics in collaboration with the Planetree Product team.
• Analyze delivery outcomes to identify opportunities for performance improvement.
• Implement data-informed improvements to consulting practices, methodologies, and delivery tools.
• Lead internal reviews to ensure continuous alignment with organizational and regional objectives.
• Ensure culturally responsive consulting practices that reflect the diversity of the EMEA region including supporting language accessibility and context-relevant approaches for EMEA where applicable
  
  

Strategic & Regional Management

• Support the execution of Planetree’s regional strategy in EMEA, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and strategic goals.
• Provide thought leadership on person-centered care to influence and guide healthcare practices and policies at the regional level.
• Drive the implementation of the Planetree Framework, enhancing patient experience and operational performance in healthcare organizations throughout the region.
• Collaborate with other regional and global teams to share best practices, standardize processes, and drive innovation.
• Monitor market trends, policy developments, and client needs specific to EMEA to inform service offerings.
  
  

Financial Management & Reporting

• Manage to the EMEA regional budget related to consulting, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently to meet strategic priorities and financial goals.
• Support the Regional Director EMEA to track revenue generation, profitability, and performance metrics, and provide regular reports to Planetree leadership.
• Support the Regional Director EMEA to lead the development of financial forecasts and ensure the achievement of revenue targets for the region.
  
  

Critical Skills

• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing diverse teams and fostering a collaborative, results-oriented culture.
• Familiarity with person-centered care models and best practices, as well as the ability to effectively implement these practices across diverse healthcare settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain long-term, trusted relationships with clients.
• Deep understanding of the cultural, social, and political nuances across the EMEA region.
• Strong budgeting and financial management skills to ensure resources are utilized efficiently and effectively.
• Strong public speaking and presentation abilities to represent Planetree in meetings with key stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely execution and alignment with goals.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address operational challenges, leveraging innovative approaches to drive solutions.
  
  

As a prerequisite, the ideal candidate will believe strongly in Planetree’s aspirational vision – humanizing healthcare – and its purpose – empowering people to profoundly humanize the healthcare experience for everyone, everywhere, every time. This mission-driven professional will bring demonstrated success in leading and supporting bright, talented, and highly committed team members to achieve performance excellence and drive organizational growth. Beyond the above, it is anticipated that the background, achievements, and personal characteristics listed below will best position the hired candidate for success as the Director Consulting EMEA.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, or related field
• Preferred: Additional research, certifications, clinical experience, and/or other master’s degree(s)
  
  

Experience

• At least 10 years of leadership experience in healthcare, with a focus on quality improvement, accreditation, and person-centered care implementation and impact.
• At least 10 years’ experience managing global teams with a focus on consulting and client engagements.
• Experience working across multiple time zones and cultures
  
  

Personal Attributes

• Leadership and Vision: A forward-thinking, decisive leader who inspires teams, sets a clear direction, and drives long-term success while adapting strategies to changing market conditions.
• Empathy and Cultural Sensitivity: A compassionate leader with deep empathy for patients and healthcare providers, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and the ability to build strong, respectful relationships across diverse regions.
• Resilience and Accountability: Demonstrates persistence in overcoming challenges, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability for results, holding both themselves and others to high standards.
• Collaboration and Emotional Intelligence: A team-oriented, collaborative leader with strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to motivate others, influence key stakeholders, and drive meaningful change in healthcare.
  
  

Technology

• Significant Salesforce experience, including Sales Cloud, Experience Cloud, and other functionalities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive) and 365 products
• Proficient with presentation technology requirements
• Advanced Skills with Video Conferencing Platforms such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, WebEx, and/or GoToMeeting
• Preferred: Proficient with Expensify
  
  

Language

• English proficiency – written and verbal
• Preferred: Arabic – written and verbal and any additional language spoken in Europe (i.e. Turkish, Dutch, Italian)
  
  

Performance objectives will be established at the beginning of the team member’s period of employment. These objectives will be discussed and agreed with the team member’s direct line manager. This will form the team member’s Development & Performance Plan for the year.

Performance Will Be Evaluated By

• Feedback on work achievements and issues by ongoing discussions and at performance evaluations
• Periodic external member/partner feedback on services provided
• Performance indicators for systems relating to the delivery of Planetree products and services
• Performance indicators for key areas of responsibility
  
  

Planetree is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization. We work in over 30 different countries, and value diversity in our work and our workplace. In our work, we promote respect, inclusion, and compassion towards all stakeholders in the healthcare enterprise. We encourage qualified candidates of any race, religion, creed, or orientation to join our mission-driven team.

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