Paid Position: Deputy Director at Para La Tierra

 La Tierra is charged with co-leading our work to protect fragile habitats in Paraguay through the three tenets of biological research, community engagement, and environmental education. This is a key role within the Fundacíon with significant scope to shape our approach to conservation and community engagement. Our area of influence includes a wealth of ecological landscapes and habitats, including the wetlands of Ñeembucú, the Atlantic Forest and the Humid and Dry Chaco. Each of these habitats are inhabited by a host of tropical wildlife, and endangered by a variety of threats.

Fundacíon Para La Tierra’s vision is to change the course of Paraguayan environmentalism, involving stakeholders and proposing policy based on solid science. We work with local community members, national and international NGOs, international students and the government to inspire people to appreciate the value of nature, and to work together to protect it.

The Deputy Director’s role is to be a project manager and stellar leader working on multi-faceted and ambitious programs. The role involves managing all projects at a senior level, as well as working with the Executive Director and a Board of Directors. The Deputy Director has a passion for biology and conservation, and understands the importance of team collaboration, as well as ability, playing each team member to their strengths.

The role involves communication, both written and verbal in English and Spanish, grant writing, fundraising and monitoring, managing complex budgets and keeping books. This opportunity would be perfect for someone looking for a fast-paced challenge, a new adventure, and personal and professional growth and development.

Reports to:

• Executive Director

Responsible for:

• All members of staff
• Interns and Volunteers

Key responsibilities:

• Manage and develop Para La Tierra’s existing relationships with local stakeholders, NGOs and Governments and actively identify new potential partners.
• Manage a team of independent workers on a variety of projects including laboratory work, field work and education.
• Take co-responsibility for administration of the organisation, including accounting and human resources
• Promote projects and opportunities in popular media
• Fundraise, through developing the sustainable business model, as well as writing grants and crowdfunding.
• Prepare and deliver the annual report and budget, as well as fulfil other administrative requirements for the Fundacíon.

Desirable skills and experience in addition to above:

• Two years or more in a managerial role working within a team.
• A graduate qualification in the sciences or charities management.
• An understanding of global conservation issues.
• Passion for problem solving with lateral thinking skills.
• Experience leading and innovating projects with tangible results.
• Ability to act quickly and positively under pressure.
• Political savvy, with an ability to interact with high level management and officials.
• A full clean driving licence with 4x4 driving experience.
• Experience working abroad or across different cultures.
• Ability to learn new IT programs including budgeting and statistical analysis

Conditions

Full time, permanent live-in, paid position c. $6,600 per year with no expenses (full bed and board provided), and six weeks paid holiday, plus National vacation days. Potential to earn more based on performance. Three year fixed term following a minimum of six months training period. Most of our staff are able to save a large amount of what they earn, and live well. You must be prepared to apply for legal residence in Paraguay.

How to apply

Please send a copy of your CV with a cover letter explaining how you meet the key responsibilities; why you are interested in this role and how it fits with your career plans, to Dr. Rebecca Smith at rebecca@paralatierra.org.

Website: www.paralatierra.org

Closing date: Rolling applications until the right candidate is found