Programs and Communications Associate, Aruba & Curaçao

Position Description

About PADF 

The Pan American Development Foundation (PADF) believes in creating a hemisphere of opportunity, for all. We work across Latin America and the Caribbean to make our region stronger—more healthy, peaceful, just, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable for current and future generations. For over 60 years, we have served the most vulnerable communities, investing resources throughout the hemisphere. We partner with and enable civil society, governments, and the private sector for the greater good of the region.

Position Overview

PADF’s Migration team seeks a Program Associate highly interested in migration issues, program management, and communications for its programming in Aruba & Curaçao. Reporting to the Aruba Program Manager, the Associate will support program management efforts and assist program managers and directors in ensuring timely and successful delivery of objectives and milestones in both islands. The Associate will also develop communications products and conduct research on donors and partners, helping the organization to foster relationships that advance PADF’s mission and goals.
This position is based in PADF’s Oranjestad, Aruba office.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

Program Support 

• Support general program management efforts, including contributing to technical reports, budget tracking, drafting contracts and agreements, and preparing payments for program activities and outputs.
• Assist with reviewing and analyzing documents and information received from partners and/or field teams.
• Assist in tracking sub-partners’ performance, providing feedback, guidance, and assistance to ensure successful program implementation.
• Assist in the monitoring and evaluation of key data and indicators for the project together with staff in Washington D.C.
• Ensure all project grants and partner organizations comply with PADF donor regulations.
• Assist in research, analysis and monitoring of the implementation of the project in the field.
• Work closely with other programmatic staff in the development and monitoring of project activities.
• Support with new business development and proposal drafting processes.

Program Communications

• Support communications efforts for program-related and institutional visibility. This may include supporting the development of communication plans and content calendars; identifying needs for photos/video/other communications assets; and assisting program teams in planning to meet these needs; and developing and drafting social media content, newsletters, and success stories, among other communications products.
• Support the organization and leadership of events, including events in countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. This may include liaising with partners and speakers, developing agendas, drafting talking points, and developing and giving presentations, among other tasks.

Competencies

• Communication – Presents information in a clear and concise manner orally and in writing to ensure others understand his/her/their ideas; appropriately adapts his/her/their message, style, and tone to accommodate a variety of audiences, educational levels and disciplinary backgrounds; respectfully listens to others to gain a full understanding of issues; and comprehends written material.
• Analytical Thinking – Ability to identify and define problems, extract key information from data and develop workable solutions for the problems identified in order to test and verify the cause of the problem and develop solutions to resolve the problems identified.
• Continuous Improvement – Ability to measure and improve or upgrade work methods, procedures and systems and decrease costs to improve the quality and cost efficiency of services and products delivered.
• Organization – Ability to structure, systematize, standardize and institutionalize policies and processes across geographies and cultures. Attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in international studies, international development, gender, humanitarian assistance, law, public policy or administration, business administration, economics, or related field.
• At least one (1) year of work experience in international development, non-profit or social enterprise, economic development, corporate social responsibility, and/or education.
• Fluency in English and at least an intermediate level of Spanish.
• Ability to travel as necessary, within the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean. 
• Experience within and/or knowledge of the Latin America and Caribbean region and some understanding of regional dynamics is preferred.
• Experience working with migration issues / organizations and donors is a plus.
• Exposure to / experience in program management and proposal development is a plus.
• Master’s degree in international studies, international development, gender, humanitarian assistance, law, public policy or administration, business administration, economics, or related field preferred.

More About PADF  

PADF is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established by the Organization of American States (OAS) in 1962. www.padf.org

PADF’s core values. “H-E-A-R-T” = Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.

Diversity. PADF is strong because we are diverse. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. PADF does not discriminate based on ability, age, gender identity and expression, national origin, race and ethnicity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or criminal record. We welcome all kinds of diversity. Our employees include people who are parents and nonparents, the self-taught and university educated, and from a wide span of cultures, languages, socio-economic backgrounds, and perspectives on the world.

PADF is committed to safeguarding employees and those we serve, addressing inappropriate behavior, discrimination, and harassment. We take an intersectional approach, promote gender equality, and follow our Global Code of Conduct emphasizing our H.E.A.R.T. values. The code covers various aspects, including anti-trafficking, PSEAH (Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment), whistleblowing, and online safety. 

PADF is an Equal Opportunity Employer