Mining Program Lead: Central America & ESG Initiatives

WorkBetterNow; La Pampa; Hybrid; ARS 139,086,000 - 231,811,000; Full time

Job summary

Tether is seeking a seasoned Program Manager to lead mining initiatives in Central America. You will coordinate exploration, studies, permitting, and readiness workstreams across multidisciplinary teams while aligning with corporate objectives and ESG commitments.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in mining with a strong track record in complex programs, plus PMP/PgMP/PRINCE2 or equivalent certification and fluency in Spanish and English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mining/related field with PM exposure.
• 6+ years in mining; 3–5 years leading programs or multi-project portfolios.
• PM certifications preferred (PMP PgMP PRINCE2).
• Experience with government/regulatory engagement in Latin America.
• Strong budgeting, scheduling, and multi-disciplinary leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end program management for mining initiatives in Central America.
• Define scope, milestones, budgets, and resource plans aligned with strategy.
• Coordinate geology, engineering, environmental, legal, and finance teams.
• Manage relationships with regulators and local authorities to advance permits.
• Drive community engagement and ESG-aligned programs.
• Monitor risks, dependencies, and KPIs; report to steering committee.
• Oversee budgets, capex tracking, and vendor management.
• Ensure compliance with mining standards and HSE requirements.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Risk management

Cross-cultural comm

Budgeting

MS Project

Primavera

Spanish

English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Geology

Industrial Engineering

Civil Engineering

Related discipline

PM Certification (PMP/PgMP/PRINCE2)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Tether is seeking a seasoned Program Manager to lead mining initiatives in Central America. You will coordinate exploration, studies, permitting, and readiness workstreams across multidisciplinary teams while aligning with corporate objectives and ESG commitments.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in mining with a strong track record in complex programs, plus PMP/PgMP/PRINCE2 or equivalent certification and fluency in Spanish and English.