Hispanic America Programs Coordinator (Remote)

Laudato Si Movement; Villaggio Breda; Remoto; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A faith-based organization seeks a Hispanic America Programs Coordinator to enhance its outreach and leadership structures in the region. This full-time position involves strategic planning and development of programs aimed at ecological justice and community engagement. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in social sciences and Catholic organizational structures, alongside experience in managing projects and volunteers. Fluency in English and Spanish is essential, as well as a commitment to advancing the principles of the Laudato Si’ paradigm.

Competenze

• 3 years of organizing experience in Catholic organizations.
• Experience in project management and group management.
• Endorses LSM values and works comfortably in a faith-based environment.

Mansioni

• Build regional strategies and plans for LSM's territorial organization.
• Manage the development of Chapters in the Andes region.
• Coordinate the Annual and Advanced Training Program for Animators.

Conoscenze

Project Management

Volunteer Management

Knowledge of Catholic Church Structures

Understanding of ecological issues

Sociocultural knowledge of Latin America

Organizing experience in Catholic organizations

Languages (English and Spanish)

Formazione

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

About LSM

Laudato Si’ Movement (LSM) is an international network of 900 Catholic organizations and thousands of grassroots leaders working together to care for our common home and advance climate and ecological justice. We strive to be led by the Holy Spirit and find joy and support in our faith and each other. We act at the forefront of faith-based efforts to protect the environment, and our work is very fast-paced, with multiple projects and priorities managed daily. We enjoy a collaborative working environment where everyone is committed to tackling the planetary crisis with courage and love. As Pope Francis said in Laudato Si’, we believe that “truly, much can be done!”

About this Position

The Hispanic America Programs Coordinator will support in the effective implementation of the Laudato Si’ Animators Program (annual and advanced) along the Hispanic America Region and in coordination with the Hispanic and Global Secretariat, the LSA in the region through activities and weekly monitoring at their different levels: Laudato Si’ Animators, Animators of Animators, Advanced Animators. Finally, this role will coordinate the development of LSM Chapters in Hispanic America.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic thinking and planning

• Build regional strategies and plans to strengthen the territorial organization of LSM.
• Support the implementation of strategies and plans for the region.
• Develop strategies and tools to improve work with the grassroots.
• Coordinate the implementation of global programs in the region.
• Support the development of leadership structures within Hispanic America, such as Chapters.

Chapters

• Manage the development of the Chapters in the Andes region.
• Support the coordination of Chapters and meetings, especially in those where there are complications.
• Support in the development of materials for planning, monitoring, and evaluation of work with Chapters.
• Coordinate the National Chapters through the formation and permanent follow-up of the Coordinating Teams of each country in Hispanic America.
• Coordinate the Local Chapters through the formation, consolidation, and monitoring of them, with communication and coordination of the Coordinating Teams of National Chapters.

Animators

• Support in the construction of the curriculum, execution, and permanent monitoring of the Annual and Advanced Training Program for Laudato Si' Animators.
• Coordinate the Laudato Si 'Animators Program through the promotion and permanent monitoring processes.
• Articulate, consolidate, and disseminate the Laudato Si’ Animators Program.

Circles

• To be the person of reference for the promotion and development of the Laudato Si Circles in the region.

Sustainability

• To be the person of reference for the promotion and development of the sustainability dimension in the region.

Other areas of responsibility

• From time to time, contribute work towards LSM’s overall mission that is outside standard responsibilities and instead relies solely on geographic location or work capacity.

Skills and Characteristics

Essential

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Social Management, or any other related field.
• 3 years of organizing experience in Catholic organizations.
• Strong knowledge of Catholic Church Structures and Catholic Social Teaching.
• Understanding of ecological issues at both the level of impact and the level of policy.
• Knowledge of the sociopolitical and sociocultural reality of Latin America.
• Experience in Volunteer and Group Management.
• Project Management.
• Endorses and embodies LSM values and the Laudato Si’ paradigm in behavior and words; comfortable supporting and working in a faith-based environment.

Desirable: Knowledge or training in administration/management.

Languages: English and Spanish are essential.

Location: Quito, Ecuador

Type: Full-time position, 40 hours per week.

Start Date: As soon as possible

Work environment: This position will work remotely.

To apply, please click the "Apply Now" button above and submit the following materials:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter (nearly 400 words) explaining your interest in this position.

Application Deadline: June 27, 2025