Deadline: March 21, 2025
WINGS is hiring a Latin America and the Caribbean Coordinator. In line with their strategic priorities outlined in the WINGS 2023-2027 Strategic Plan, and especially Strategic Priority 1 (Nurturing network(s) and strengthening ecosystems), the Latin America and the Caribbean Coordinator will help WINGS nurture their vibrant and growing network in the region.
The Coordinator will ensure proximity to the members in the region and support them in engaging in WINGS’ activities. In partnership with members, this role will also raise the profile of philanthropy and practitioners from Latin America and the Caribbean globally, strengthen understanding of philanthropy support ecosystems, trends, needs, and challenges, and promote greater exchanges across the region and across the global philanthropic landscape.
The role of the Latin America and the Caribbean Coordinator encompasses three key objectives:
- Network growth and engagement: the Coordinator will be one of the primary contact points for WINGS members in the Latin America, Caribbean and North America region. Being in charge of the regional portfolio, this person will:
- Work hand-in-hand with the Network and Engagement team to identify, recruit and onboard potential new members and strengthen the engagement of members in the region.
- Carry out day-to-day coordination and communication with the Latin American and Caribbean Working Group (LAC Group), a task force of individuals and organisations committed to strengthening the landscape of philanthropy in the region. The Coordinator will catalyse relationships between members, organise online and in-person events, and devise strategies for innovation and growth.
- Work closely with other regional and global working groups to ensure cross-regional exchanges, learning, and coordination.
- Work with the Collective Intelligence and Advocacy Team to ensure relevance and contributions for and of members from the region to our collective global effort.
- Work closely with other WINGS colleagues to support efforts on topics related to policy advocacy, climate action, localisation, SDGs, and philanthropy transformation, among others.
- Strengthening ecosystems: To help philanthropic action thrive and contribute to a global transformation agenda for the sector, WINGS works to strengthen the philanthropy support ecosystem. The Coordinator will pursue efforts to strengthen, connect and support local subregional and regional philanthropy infrastructure in close collaboration and complementarity with existing members by:
- Devising and implementing detailed project plans to track progress and implement all the activities related to the regional work in Latin America and the Caribbean.
- Planning and coordinating the implementation of philanthropy support ecosystem mappings (regional, national, and/or with a thematic focus).
- Identifying specific capacity-building needs in the sector and ways to increase collaboration and sustainability.
- Co-convening players and leveraging WINGS’ position as a global network.
- Contributing to advancing the overall mission of WINGS: The Coordinator will support WINGS in its overarching work around capacity building, knowledge production for philanthropy networks and support organisations, communications and resource acquisition including, in particular, leading the fundraising for the regional work.
Benefits
- Compensation for this position ranges from USD $29,750 to $40,240 per year and will be based on several factors, including the applicant’s geographic location.
Eligibility
This is a consultant position for 40 hours per week. The successful candidate will have the following:
- Based in a country in Latin America or the Caribbean.
- Fluency in English and Spanish, including strong writing skills. Other languages are appreciated, in particular Portuguese.
- Experience in project or network coordination in nonprofits. Particular experience philanthropy or a philanthropy support organisation is desirable.
- Some knowledge about the philanthropic sector and civil society in the region.
- Fundraising experience from foundations, including proposal writing required; other fundraising experience desirable.
- Global mindset: openness to and awareness of cultural and geographic diversity.
- Strong interpersonal skills, excellent verbal communication, and ability to build relationships with a broad range of actors, and represent WINGS in relevant forums.
- Proficiency in the use of computers and database system.
- A minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience.
- Relevant Bachelor’s degree. Relevant Master’s degree or equivalent experience desirable.
- Availability to travel up to 15% of the time.
Application
To be considered, submit your application via the online form before March 21, 2025. Consideration will begin as soon as applications are received, and the position will remain open until filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
For more information, visit WINGS LAC Coordinator.
