Regional Maritime Engagement & Coordination Lead

Expertise France; Colombia; Remote; COP 284,765,000 - 411,327,000; Full time

Job summary

Expertise France is recruiting a Country Representative to engage with governments and partners across LATAM regions, driving strategic implementation and regional cooperation. The role focuses on coordinating with the Project Director, senior officials, and regional stakeholders to advance MARCO3 activities and IORIS adoption.

The position requires diplomatic acumen, extensive maritime security experience, and the ability to operate remotely with occasional travel within the region.

Qualifications

• Master degree in maritime security or related field.
• Operational experience in navy or coast guard or equivalent.
• Experience in capacity building and administrative reforms in maritime security.
• Experience in organizing Table-Top and Field Training Exercises at national/regional level.
• Ability to engage at high level with diplomatic skills.
• Willingness to work in multicultural environment; international mobility essential; Latin America experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Project Director with countries and international fora.
• Advise the Project Director on political/strategic matters relevant to the project.
• Engage regional beneficiaries to identify potential activities after consultation.
• Mentor and advise counterparts on safety, security and IORIS-based operations.
• Develop interrelated activities and a cohesive workplan for region-wide uptake of IORIS.

Skills

Maritime security

Diplomatic skills

Multicultural teamwork

Fluent English

International mobility

Education

Master degree in maritime security

Job description

Expertise France is recruiting a Country Representative to engage with governments and partners across LATAM regions, driving strategic implementation and regional cooperation. The role focuses on coordinating with the Project Director, senior officials, and regional stakeholders to advance MARCO3 activities and IORIS adoption.

The position requires diplomatic acumen, extensive maritime security experience, and the ability to operate remotely with occasional travel within the region.