Finance Manager

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Background: Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a global field presence with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Department of State and Department of Labor, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Project Summary: Through the Americas Partnership for Security and Financial Integrity (APSFI), Creative, in partnership with ABA ROLI and GovRisk, supports select foreign governments in Central and South America in strengthening their ability to identify, investigate, prosecute, and disrupt terrorist financing and related illicit financial activity, while promoting regional cooperation to address transnational threats.

APSFI provides targeted technical assistance, embedded advisory support, operational mentoring, interagency coordination mechanisms, prosecutor-led case collaboration, and public-private engagement. Through these activities, the program strengthens the abilities of beneficiary-governments to identify vulnerabilities, generate actionable financial intelligence, investigate and prosecute terrorist-financing cases, and disrupt the financial and logistical networks that enable foreign terrorist organizations (FTOs) and their facilitators to operate across the region. The program also supports beneficiary countries in strengthening Financial Action Task Force (FATF)-aligned legal and regulatory frameworks, improving the collection and use of financial intelligence, strengthening terrorist-financing investigations and prosecutions, and increasing private-sector understanding and mitigation of terrorist-financing risks.

To promote sustainable results, APSFI works with partner institutions to strengthen standard operating procedures (SOPs), interagency coordination training and mentoring capabilities, and public-private coordination partnerships. By embedding these capabilities within national institutions and regional networks, the program aims to provide sustainable solutions to support law enforcement cooperation, and operational capacity to detect, disrupt, investigate, prosecute, and financially isolate FTO-linked networks.

Position Summary: Creative Associates seeks a Finance Manager to provide overall financial management and oversight for CLFDP. The Finance Manager will ensure program liquidity; maintain sound financial systems, records, and internal controls; establish appropriate checks and balances to mitigate financial risks and conflicts of interest; ensure financial records are audit-ready; monitor program expenditures against approved budgets; and ensure compliance with Creative policies and procedures, applicable U.S. Department of State award requirements, and local laws and regulations. The Finance Manager will also provide financial guidance and training to program staff and partners and support timely and accurate financial reporting.

Reporting & Supervision: The Finance Manager will report directly to the Team Lead as a member of the project management team and will supervise the Finance Assistant. The Finance Manager will maintain close coordination with Creative’s Home Office Award Management Center (AMC), Finance, and other relevant support staff.

Primary Responsibilities:

Ensure program liquidity and maintain appropriate cash-flow planning to meet operational requirements.
Establish and maintain appropriate checks and balances and internal controls to mitigate financial risks and conflicts of interest.
Ensure all program financial records and supporting documentation are complete, accurate, properly maintained, and audit-ready, and establish appropriate cost and fiscal controls consistent with applicable financial and auditing standards.
Ensure that the program meets applicable U.S. Department of State award requirements and complies with applicable U.S. Government regulations, Creative policies and procedures, and local laws.
Provide financial oversight, including maintenance and monitoring of the program budget, budget-to-actual analysis, expenditure tracking, and identification of potential budget variances.
Manage and maintain program financial systems and files and ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions in Creative’s online accounting system.
Serve as the primary financial liaison between the CLFDP field office and Creative’s Home Office regarding program financial matters, including financial reporting, budget monitoring, financial compliance, and internal and external audit requests.
Process check requests, wire transfers, and other authorized payments to vendors in accordance with applicable award requirements and Creative financial policies and procedures.
Review and process invoices and in-field fee payments in accordance with applicable award requirements and Creative financial policies and procedures.
Oversee the financial administration and processing of payroll, in coordination with the HR/Admin Officer and applicable Creative Home Office staff, to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing.
Conduct ongoing financial analysis and forecasting, monitor program expenditures against approved budgets, and identify and communicate potential budget variances, financial risks, and corrective actions to the Team Lead.
Track and manage the transfer of funds between Creative’s Home Office and the field office; maintain accurate accounting and financial records for in-country and regional expenditures; and ensure program expense data is current, complete, and properly reconciled.
Prepare timely quarterly, annual, final, and other required financial reports on program expenditures and budget status, and coordinate with Creative’s Home Office Finance and Award Management teams for review, approval, and submission, as applicable.
Prepare accurate and timely monthly field expense reports, reconcile monthly expenditures, and submit required financial information to Creative’s Home Office in accordance with established reporting procedures and deadlines.
Provide the Team Lead with regular financial updates, including budget-to-actual analysis, expenditures, forecasts, burn rates, outstanding commitments, cash requirements, and identification of potential financial risks or budget variances.
Travel to other CLFDP program locations and regional offices, as necessary, to provide financial oversight, support, and training and to ensure consistent implementation of financial systems, controls, and procedures.
Provide financial management, financial systems, internal controls, and compliance training and guidance to program staff, subrecipients, implementing partners, consultants, and other relevant stakeholders, as appropriate.
Review and approve the financial closeout of program activities, ensuring all expenditures are properly reconciled and all required financial documentation and supporting records are complete, accurate, and compliant with applicable award requirements and Creative policies and procedures.
Manage and coordinate applicable VAT exemption and reimbursement processes with the Government of El Salvador, including required documentation, submissions, tracking, and reconciliation.
Ensure compliance with applicable tax filing, financial reporting, and other statutory financial requirements in El Salvador, including timely preparation and submission of required documentation.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Team Lead and consistent with the needs of the program.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Required BA degree in a relevant field (finance, accounting, business, etc.), MA degree preferred.
Minimum of six years of professional work experience, including at least four years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, financial management, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience managing the finances and budgets of donor-funded programs of similar size and complexity. Experience managing U.S. Department of State-funded program finances and budgets preferred; comparable experience with other U.S. Government agencies or international donors will also be considered.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, supervisory, and leadership skills, with demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary and multicultural team.
Must have existing work authorization for El Salvador.
Fluency in English and professional proficiency in written and spoken Spanish are required.

Only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Creative Associates International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (gender/race/disability/veteran) and provides equal opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Please view Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.

Human Resources / Administration Officer

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Position Summary: The HR/Admin Officer will provide human resources and administrative support to CLFDP personnel and oversee day-to-day HR and administrative operations of the San Salvador Regional Hub. The HR/Admin Officer will coordinate regional recruitment and personnel administration; support onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and staff development activities; help ensure office facilities are functioning properly; maintain project inventory records; and provide support for other day-to-day administrative and operational functions. The HR/Admin Officer will help ensure that HR, personnel and operational matters are administered in accordance with Creative policies and procedures, applicable award requirements, and local labor laws and regulations.

Reporting & Supervision: The HR/Admin Officer will report directly to the Regional Program Manager (RPM) and coordinate with the Team Lead on HR and administrative matters, as appropriate. The HR/Admin Officer will also maintain regular coordination with Creative’s Home Office Award Management Center (AMC), Human Resources, Global Operations, and other relevant support staff, as needed.

Primary Responsibilities:

Coordinate and administer day-to-day HR operations for the project’s San Salvador Regional Hub, ensuring HR activities are carried out in accordance with Creative policies and procedures, applicable award requirements, and local labor laws and regulations.
Coordinate the full recruitment and hiring cycle, including finalizing job descriptions, advertising vacancies, sourcing and screening applicants, coordinating and participating in interviews with project leadership, conducting reference checks and required in-country vetting, and collecting and verifying required new-hire documentation.
Partner with project leadership and hiring managers to identify staffing needs, define required skills and qualifications, and develop qualified candidate pools that meet program requirements.
Coordinate the onboarding and orientation of newly hired staff, ensuring completion of required employment documentation and familiarization with Creative policies, procedures, benefits, and applicable program requirements.
Monitor local labor-market trends, compensation, and employee benefits and provide recommendations to project leadership regarding competitive recruitment and retention practices.
Support project leadership in workforce planning and employee retention and engagement initiatives to promote effective staffing and program continuity.
Maintain current knowledge of applicable El Salvador labor laws and regulations and provide guidance to project leadership on HR policies, procedures, and personnel actions necessary to support compliance, in coordination with local counsel and relevant stakeholders, as appropriate.
Prepare and administer employment agreements in accordance with applicable El Salvador labor laws and Creative policies and procedures, including registration with appropriate government institutions when required.
Coordinate employee benefits enrollment and administration and ensure employee questions, issues, and claims related to benefits and insurance are addressed accurately and in a timely manner.
Provide clear guidance and advice to project staff regarding Creative HR policies, procedures, employee benefits, and applicable personnel requirements.
Coordinate and administer the employee performance evaluation process, including tracking evaluation schedules, providing guidance to supervisors and staff, and ensuring evaluations are completed and documented in accordance with Creative policies and procedures.
Coordinate staff training and professional development activities and work with supervisors and project leadership to identify development needs based on performance evaluations, skills gaps, and program requirements.
Receive, document, and appropriately address employee grievances and complaints; consult with Creative Home Office HR, the Regional Program Manager, Team Lead, and legal counsel, as appropriate, on complex or sensitive matters; and provide recommendations and potential resolutions for management review and action.
Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential personnel files and HR records, including employment agreements and amendments, timesheets, holiday calendars, leave records, and other required personnel documentation.
Coordinate with Creative Home Office, Compliance Officers, and internal or external auditors to provide accurate and timely HR records, personnel documentation, and other requested administrative information in support of audits, reviews, and compliance activities.
Ensure employees complete and submit timesheets accurately and on time and reconcile timesheet information with approved leave records and other applicable personnel documentation.
Ensure that CLFDP office facilities are properly maintained, operational, and adequately support program staff and day-to-day activities, coordinating with relevant vendors or project personnel as needed.
Support the labeling, issuing, tracking, and retrieving of project inventory to staff.
Support expat staff in the obtaining of work permits and residency visas as applicable.
Maintain and regularly update the project inventory tracker and ensure accurate accountability and documentation for project property and equipment in accordance with Creative and award requirements.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Regional Program Manager and consistent with the needs of the program.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

High School diploma required; BA degree highly desired in human resources, business administration, or a related field preferred.
Minimum of four years of progressively responsible human resources experience; experience supporting U.S. Department of State or other U.S. Government-funded programs preferred.
Demonstrated experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, staff development, employee engagement, and other HR functions.
Demonstrated knowledge of El Salvador labor and employment laws, regulations, and HR compliance requirements.
Familiarity with U.S. Government-funded program requirements, including applicable U.S. Department of State award requirements, federal assistance regulations, and organizational HR compliance requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship-management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels.
Strong organizational, time-management, record-keeping, and documentation skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate and confidential personnel records.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential personnel matters and to appropriately escalate matters requiring additional guidance.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams, and the ability to effectively use HR and administrative information systems.
Professional working proficiency in written and spoken English and fluency in written and spoken Spanish are required.
Must have existing legal authorization to work in El Salvador.

Only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Activity Coordinator

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Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, governance, and post-crisis stabilization. Based in Chevy Chase, MD (metro DC area) Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Creative is soliciting offers for technical expertise in accordance with the Scope of Work below and Creative’s Renewable Consultant Ordering Agreement Terms and Conditions available here. Creative intends to award one or more Work Orders with accompanying Renewable Consultant Ordering Agreement(s) (RCA(s) under which work may be negotiated and awarded as ad hoc level of effort (LOE) or one-time LOE or fixed-price performance-based activities. Creative reserves the right to make multiple awards or no award as a result of this solicitation.

Summary:

The Activity Coordinator (AC) will support the design, coordination, implementation, and oversight of FURAT III activities across the program’s areas of operation in Syria, including governance, social cohesion, stabilization, essential services, and capacity building interventions. The AC main objective is to ensure activities are implemented in line with program design, donor requirements, and contextual realities.

Tasks May Include:

Coordinate the planning, sequencing, and rollout of assigned FURAT III activities in close coordination with the program management unit and implementing partners.
Provide expert advice and guidance to development officers, implementing partners, and local counterparts on activity design, implementation, and adaptive management.
In collaboration with relevant teams, review and analyze activity-level data, including pre- and post-activity assessments, monitoring data, and partner reporting.
Support the program management unit to identify follow-on activities, areas of intervention, innovative approaches as well as flag risk factors.
Assessing the advantages and disadvantages of possible strategies; and provide recommendations for improvement and presenting findings to the Program management.
Support partner engagement, including coordination with local councils, local authorities, and NGO partners across program areas.
Other similar tasks to be mutually agreed between Creative and the Consultant.

RFQ closing date: June 10, 2026, at 06:00 PM EST (applications reviewed on a rolling basis)

Estimated period of performance: 10/15/2026 to 15/01/2027

Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis

Estimated Level of Effort: N/A

Reporting: The consultant will report to Program Lead.

Travel Anticipated? Yes, within Syria, to FURAT III areas of operation, as security conditions allow.

If yes, travel to Danger Pay locations anticipated? No.

This RFQ is for an Ad Hoc Work Order opportunity.

Responsibilities

Tasks To Be Performed:

Coordinate the day-to-day implementation of assigned FURAT III activities, ensuring alignment with approved Activity Approval Forms (AAFs), workplans, and budgets.
Serve as a primary point of contact for implementing partners and local counterparts on activity-level matters, including local councils, local authorities, and NGOs.
Provide expert advice and guidance to development officers, partners, and counterparts on activity design, implementation, monitoring, and adaptive management.
Support the program management unit in tracking activity progress, identifying delays or risks, and proposing mitigation measures.
Support the program management unit to identify follow-on activities, areas of intervention, innovative approaches as well as flag risk factors.
Assess and report on activity performance and implement improvements where necessary.
Assessing the advantages and disadvantages of possible strategies; and provide recommendations for improvement and presenting findings to the Program management.
Contribute to program documentation, including activity sheets, weekly and quarterly reporting, success stories, and donor-facing materials.
Other similar tasks to be mutually agreed between Creative and the Consultant.

Results and/or Deliverables:

The consultant will lead and coordinate the implementation of assigned FURAT III activities, including collecting activity documentation, coordinating with partners and counterparts, monitoring progress against workplans, and producing activity reports. The consultant will also collect and analyze data and produce impact reports on the conducted trainings.

Other Matters

N/A

Qualifications

An overarching Renewable Consultant Agreement will be issued based on the capabilities and qualifications listed below as well as those listed in the individual’s submitted CV.

General Capabilities

The consultant will provide support to coordinate, implement, and oversee FURAT III activities across the program’s areas of operation in Syria.

Required Qualifications

University degree and at least 3 years of experience in program coordination, training curricula development, activity implementation, preferably in Syria or comparable contexts.
An excellent command of written and spoken English (working language) and Arabic.
Experience in coordinating and implementing activities across multiple sectors, such as governance, social cohesion, stabilization, essential services, or capacity building.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle several requests in a proper, timely fashion.
Prior USG project experience pertaining to stabilization, recovery, or governance programming is a plus; and
Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity.

Work Assignment:

Consultants with the requisite qualifications will be given a work order with accompanying renewable consulting agreement (RCA) which contains Creative’s general terms and conditions, and which establishes a consultant’s rate for a one-year period, after which rate increases may be negotiated when this agreement renews. Subsequent work orders may be issued under the RCA with consultants being required to compete against other similarly qualified consultants in order to receive additional work orders. One-off work orders constitute one-time assignments with a finite beginning and end. Ad hoc work orders constitute an arrangement in which work may be on-going and authorized as needed by Creative.

Additional Information:

Please click on the links to download the Terms and Conditions, Annex A (Reps, Certs and Consents form) and W-8; W-9; and Vendor Information form, as applicable. The forms are provided for your information at this stage in the solicitation process. Completed forms will be required only if you have been selected for the consulting opportunity. However, you may complete, sign, and submit the forms as part of your response to this request.

Application Requirements:

Consultant should submit their daily rate and, a budget inclusive of estimated LOE and all required Other Direct Costs, such as travel, materials, etc. A budget template can be downloaded here.

Consultants must also submit an up-to-date CV for all applications.

Selection will be made on the basis of technical capability and overall best value. Modifications to this solicitation, including closing date extensions, will be posted on the Creative website. Please check the website for updates. Please note that RCAs lock in a consultant’s rate for one full year and this rate may not be re-negotiated again until the point of renewal.

NOTE:

*LOE-based Work Orders utilize a ceiling price which may not be exceeded without negotiation.

*Fixed-price based Work Orders lock in a total price to be paid in portions upon completion of deliverables which may not be altered without negotiation.

Expert Consultant Pool – Mexico

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Position Location: Mexico

Background:

Creative Associates International delivers rapid, flexible programming through robust project management, comprehensive logistics capabilities, and high-quality technical assistance across multiple sectors. Founded in 1977 and with experience in more than 115 countries, Creative is currently registered in more than 60 countries worldwide.  

Project Summary:

The Leveling the Field for American Workers in U.S.-Mexico Trade (LEVEL) project, funded by the United States Department of Labor (USDOL), supports the effective implementation of labor rights and labor reform commitments in Mexico, with a focus on strengthening compliance, improving labor relations, and promoting fair and transparent workplace practices. Through collaboration with government institutions, the private sector, worker organizations, and other key stakeholders, the project seeks to strengthen capacities, increase awareness and adoption of labor standards, and foster constructive dialogue among labor market actors.

Summary:

Creative Associates International is seeking qualified consultants to join a roster of technical experts who may provide short-term and intermittent support to the LEVEL project. Consultants may be engaged on an as-needed basis to contribute technical expertise for research, assessments, facilitation, training, stakeholder engagement, capacity strengthening activities, and other specialized services that support project implementation.

This solicitation is intended to identify and pre-qualify experts across various labor-related disciplines. Selection into the consultant pool does not guarantee an assignment. Specific scopes of work will be developed and issued based on project needs.

Potential Areas of Technical Expertise Needed:

The project seeks consultants with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

Mexican labor law and labor reform implementation

Union democracy, freedom of association and collective bargaining

Labor rights and labor compliance

Labor inspections and labor law enforcement

Labor litigation

Industrial relations and dispute resolution

Supply chain labor compliance

Private sector labor compliance and responsible business conduct

Worker representation and worker organizations

Institutional strengthening and organizational development

Stakeholder engagement and facilitation

Communication

Training curriculum development and delivery

Illustrative Responsibilities:

Depending on the specific assignment, consultants may be asked to:

Conduct technical assessments, analyses, studies, and research activities.

Develop technical reports, policy briefs, guidance documents, tools, and/or knowledge products.

Design and deliver trainings, workshops, webinars, and capacity-building activities.

Facilitate consultations, dialogues, roundtables, and stakeholder engagement processes.

Provide technical assistance to government institutions, worker organizations, employers, and other stakeholders.

Support the development of methodologies, strategies, work plans, and implementation tools.

Conduct organizational assessments and institutional strengthening activities.

Contribute technical expertise to project design, implementation, and reporting.

Review and provide feedback on technical documents and project deliverables.

Perform other technical assignments relevant to project objectives.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Labor Relations, Public Policy, Economics, Political Science, Business Administration, International Development, Social Sciences, Education, Human Resources, or another relevant field. Advanced degree preferred.

Demonstrated professional experience in one or more areas relevant to labor rights, labor reform, labor compliance, labor relations, institutional strengthening, workforce development, or related fields.

Strong analytical, research, writing, facilitation, and communication skills.

Experience working with government institutions, worker organizations, employer organizations, civil society organizations, academic institutions, or private sector stakeholders.

Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality products within agreed timelines.

Experience supporting donor-funded programs preferred, particularly projects funded by the U.S. Government or other international donors.

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Professional fluency in Spanish required.

Working proficiency in English preferred.

How to apply:

To be considered for inclusion in the consultant pool, please submit your CV/resume and indicate your proposed daily consulting rate and expertise area(s) per the list above. Qualified candidates will be added to a roster of pre-approved consultants and may be contacted as relevant opportunities arise throughout the life of the project.

Inclusion in the consultant roster does not guarantee a specific contract or assignment. The terms of reference, expected deliverables, duration of the consultancy, and level of effort will be defined for each consulting opportunity according to the needs of the project Engaged consultants will be informed and must comply with additional requirements, including vetting.

Banco de Consultores Expertos

Ubicación del puesto: Ciudad de México, México

Resumen del proyecto

El proyecto Leveling the Field for American Workers in U.S.-Mexico Trade (LEVEL), financiado por el Departamento de Trabajo de los Estados Unidos (USDOL), apoya la implementación efectiva de los derechos laborales y de los compromisos derivados de la reforma laboral en México, con el objetivo de fortalecer el cumplimiento de la legislación laboral, mejorar las relaciones laborales y promover prácticas laborales justas y transparentes. A través de la colaboración con instituciones gubernamentales, el sector privado, organizaciones de trabajadores y otros actores clave, el proyecto busca fortalecer capacidades, incrementar el conocimiento y la adopción de estándares laborales, y fomentar un diálogo constructivo entre los distintos actores del mercado laboral.

Resumen del puesto:

Creative Associates International busca consultores(as) calificados(as) para integrar un banco de expertos técnicos que podrán brindar apoyo de corto plazo e intermitente al proyecto LEVEL. Los consultores se contratarían según las necesidades del proyecto para aportar conocimientos especializados, realizar investigaciones, evaluaciones, actividades de facilitación y capacitación, apoyar procesos de vinculación con actores clave, desarrollar iniciativas de fortalecimiento de capacidades y prestar otros servicios técnicos especializados que contribuyan a la implementación del proyecto.

Esta convocatoria tiene como objetivo identificar y precalificar profesionales con experiencia en distintas áreas relacionadas con el ámbito laboral. La inclusión en el banco de consultores no garantiza una contratación o asignación específica. Los términos de referencia y alcances de trabajo serán definidos y emitidos conforme surjan las necesidades del proyecto.

Áreas potenciales de experiencia técnica necesitada:

El proyecto busca consultores(as) con experiencia en una o más de las siguientes áreas:

Legislación laboral mexicana e implementación de la reforma laboral.

Democracia sindical, libertad de asociación y negociación colectiva.

Derechos laborales y cumplimiento de la legislación laboral.

Inspección laboral y aplicación de la legislación laboral.

Litigio laboral.

Relaciones laborales y resolución de conflictos.

Cumplimiento laboral en cadenas de suministro.

Cumplimiento laboral en el sector privado y conducta empresarial responsable.

Representación de las personas trabajadoras y organizaciones de trabajadores.

Fortalecimiento institucional y desarrollo organizacional.

Vinculación y participación de actores clave.

Comunicación

Diseño e impartición de programas y contenidos de capacitación.

Responsabilidades ilustrativas

Dependiendo de la asignación específica, los/las consultores(as) podrán ser requeridos(as) para:

Realizar evaluaciones técnicas, análisis, estudios e investigaciones.

Elaborar informes técnicos, documentos de política pública, guías, herramientas y/o otros productos de conocimiento.

Diseñar e impartir capacitaciones, talleres, seminarios web e iniciativas de fortalecimiento de capacidades.

Facilitar consultas, diálogos, mesas redondas y procesos de participación de actores clave.

Brindar asistencia técnica a instituciones gubernamentales, organizaciones de trabajadores, empleadores y otros actores relevantes.

Apoyar el desarrollo de metodologías, estrategias, planes de trabajo y herramientas de implementación.

Realizar diagnósticos organizacionales y actividades de fortalecimiento institucional.

Aportar conocimientos técnicos al diseño, implementación y reporte de actividades del proyecto.

Revisar y proporcionar retroalimentación sobre documentos técnicos y productos desarrollados por el proyecto.

Desempeñar otras tareas técnicas relacionadas con los objetivos del proyecto.

Habilidades y calificaciones requeridas

Licenciatura en Derecho, Relaciones Laborales, Políticas Públicas, Economía, Ciencia Política, Administración de Empresas, Desarrollo Internacional, Ciencias Sociales, Educación, Recursos Humanos o una disciplina afín. Se valorarán estudios de posgrado.

Experiencia profesional demostrada en una o más áreas relacionadas con derechos laborales, reforma laboral, cumplimiento laboral, relaciones laborales, fortalecimiento institucional, desarrollo de capacidades o campos afines.

Sólidas habilidades de análisis, investigación, redacción, facilitación y comunicación.

Experiencia trabajando con instituciones gubernamentales, organizaciones de trabajadores, organizaciones empresariales, organizaciones de la sociedad civil, instituciones académicas o actores del sector privado.

Capacidad para trabajar de manera independiente y entregar productos de alta calidad dentro de los plazos establecidos.

Se valorará experiencia en proyectos financiados por donantes internacionales, particularmente por el Gobierno de los Estados Unidos u otros organismos de cooperación internacional.

Excelentes habilidades interpersonales y capacidad para colaborar con diversos actores.

Dominio profesional del español.

Se valorará conocimiento funcional del idioma inglés.

Cómo postularse:

Para ser considerado(a) para formar parte del banco de consultores, envíe su currículum vitae (CV) destacando su experiencia relevante y áreas de especialización, e incluya su tarifa diaria de consultoría propuesta.

Los candidatos calificados serán incorporados a una base de consultores precalificados y podrán ser contactados conforme surjan oportunidades de consultoría relacionadas con las necesidades del proyecto durante su período de ejecución.

La inclusión en el banco de consultores no garantiza una contratación o asignación específica. Los términos de referencia, productos esperados, duración de la consultoría y nivel de esfuerzo serán definidos para cada oportunidad de consultoría según las necesidades del proyecto. Los consultores seleccionados serán informados y deberán cumplir con requisitos adicionales, incluido un proceso de vetting.

Project Associate

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Position Location: Mexico City, Mexico

Project Summary:

Position Summary:

The Project Specialist provides programmatic, administrative, and operational support to ensure the effective implementation of project activities and the achievement of project objectives. Working closely with the Project Director, technical teams, M&E and operations staff, the Project Specialist assists with project planning, coordination, monitoring, reporting, logistics, and stakeholder engagement activities.

The position plays an important role in supporting project management processes, maintaining project documentation, tracking deliverables and deadlines, coordinating meetings and events, and ensuring compliance with project procedures and donor requirements. The Project Specialist contributes to the efficient day-to-day management of the project and helps facilitate coordination among project staff, partners, consultants, and stakeholders.

Reporting & Supervision:

This position will report to the Project Director based in Mexico City.

Primary Responsibilities:

Support project planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting activities across all project components.
Assist in tracking project activities, work plans, deliverables, milestones, and deadlines to ensure timely implementation.
Support the preparation, review, and submission of project reports, presentations, meeting materials, and other project documentation.
Coordinate meetings, workshops, trainings, stakeholder consultations, and other project events, including logistical and administrative arrangements.
Maintain accurate records of project activities, correspondence, contracts, deliverables, and supporting documentation.
Prepare meeting agendas, take detailed meeting notes, and follow up on action items and commitments.
Support project management processes by maintaining project trackers, calendars, contact lists, and filing systems.
Coordinate with technical, finance, procurement, and operations teams to facilitate the implementation of project activities.
Support compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, and project procedures.
Assist in collecting, organizing, and maintaining data and information required for project monitoring, reporting, and learning activities.
Assist with consultant, contractor, and vendor coordination as required.
Provide administrative support related to project implementation, including document preparation, filing, scheduling, and correspondence.
Identify and communicate implementation challenges, risks, or logistical issues and assist in developing solutions.
Contribute to a collaborative team environment and provide additional support to project activities as needed.
Perform other programmatic and administrative duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Business Administration, Public Administration, Political Science, Social Sciences, Economics, or a related field.
Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience in project coordination, project administration, program support, or related areas.
Experience supporting donor-funded projects, international development programs, or complex multi-stakeholder initiatives preferred.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Experience preparing reports, presentations, meeting minutes, and project documentation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Experience coordinating meetings, events, or stakeholder engagement activities.
Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and maintain productive working relationships.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with appropriate supervision.
Experience with U.S. Government-funded projects preferred.
Candidate must be authorized to work in Mexico.
Proficiency in spoken and written English is preferred.

Asociado (a) de Proyecto

Ubicación del puesto: Ciudad de México, México

Resumen del proyecto

Resumen del puesto:

El/la Especialista de Proyecto brinda apoyo programático, administrativo y operativo para asegurar la implementación efectiva de las actividades del proyecto y el logro de sus objetivos. Trabajando en estrecha colaboración con la Directora del Proyecto, los equipos técnicos, el área de Monitoreo y Evaluación (M&E), y el personal operativo, el/la Especialista de Proyecto apoya la planificación, coordinación, monitoreo, elaboración de informes, logística y actividades de vinculación con actores clave.

Esta posición desempeña un papel fundamental en el apoyo a los procesos de gestión del proyecto, el mantenimiento de la documentación programática, el seguimiento de productos y plazos, la coordinación de reuniones y eventos, y el cumplimiento de los procedimientos del proyecto y los requisitos del donante. El/la Especialista de Proyecto contribuye a una gestión eficiente de las operaciones diarias del proyecto y facilita la coordinación entre el personal del proyecto, socios, consultores y otras partes interesadas.

Reporta a:

Esta posición reportará a la Directora de Proyectos, con sede en la Ciudad de México.

Responsabilidades principales

Apoyar las actividades de planificación, implementación, monitoreo y elaboración de informes en todos los componentes del proyecto.
Dar seguimiento a las actividades del proyecto, planes de trabajo, entregables, hitos y plazos para garantizar su implementación oportuna.
Apoyar la preparación, revisión y presentación de informes, presentaciones, materiales para reuniones y otra documentación del proyecto.
Coordinar reuniones, talleres, capacitaciones, consultas con actores clave y otros eventos del proyecto, incluyendo los aspectos logísticos y administrativos.
Mantener registros precisos de las actividades del proyecto, correspondencia, contratos, entregables y documentación de respaldo.
Elaborar agendas de reuniones, tomar minutas detalladas y dar seguimiento a acuerdos, compromisos y acciones pendientes.
Apoyar los procesos de gestión del proyecto mediante el mantenimiento de herramientas de seguimiento, calendarios, listas de contactos y sistemas de archivo.
Coordinar con los equipos técnicos, financieros, de adquisiciones y operaciones para facilitar la implementación de las actividades del proyecto.
Apoyar el cumplimiento de las políticas organizacionales, los requisitos del donante y los procedimientos del proyecto.
Apoyar la recopilación, organización y mantenimiento de información y datos necesarios para las actividades de monitoreo, reporte y aprendizaje del proyecto, sirviendo de enlace entre los equipos técnicos y el área de Monitoreo y Evaluación (M&E) para el seguimiento de indicadores, la recolección de datos y la elaboración de reportes de avance.
Brindar apoyo en la coordinación de consultores, contratistas y proveedores, según sea necesario.
Proporcionar apoyo administrativo relacionado con la implementación del proyecto, incluyendo preparación de documentos, archivo, programación de actividades y correspondencia.
Identificar y comunicar desafíos de implementación, riesgos o problemas logísticos, y colaborar en el desarrollo de soluciones.
Contribuir a un ambiente de trabajo colaborativo y brindar apoyo adicional a las actividades del proyecto cuando sea requerido.
Desempeñar otras funciones programáticas y administrativas asignadas por su supervisor/a.

Habilidades y calificaciones requeridas

Licenciatura en Cooperación Internacional, Administración de Empresas, Administración Pública, Ciencia Política, Ciencias Sociales, Economía o una disciplina afín.
Mínimo de 2 años de experiencia profesional relevante en coordinación de proyectos, administración de proyectos, apoyo programático o áreas relacionadas.
Se valorará experiencia apoyando proyectos financiados por donantes internacionales, programas de desarrollo internacional o iniciativas complejas con múltiples actores.
Excelentes habilidades organizativas y atención al detalle.
Capacidad para gestionar múltiples tareas y prioridades simultáneamente, cumpliendo con plazos establecidos.
Experiencia en la preparación de informes, presentaciones, minutas de reuniones y documentación de proyectos.
Sólidas habilidades de comunicación oral y escrita.
Dominio de Microsoft Office, incluyendo Word, Excel, PowerPoint y Outlook.
Experiencia en la coordinación de reuniones, eventos o actividades de participación de actores clave.
Capacidad para trabajar de manera colaborativa en equipos multidisciplinarios y mantener relaciones de trabajo productivas.
Capacidad demostrada para resolver problemas y trabajar de manera autónoma con la supervisión adecuada.
Se valorará experiencia en proyectos financiados por el Gobierno de los Estados Unidos.
Contar con autorización legal para trabajar en México.
Se prefiere dominio del inglés oral y escrito.

Labor Rights Coordinator

6 min read

Position Location: Mexico City, Mexico

Project Summary:

Position Summary:

The Labor Rights Coordinator provides technical support for project activities related to labor rights, labor law implementation, and labor reform. The Coordinator conducts research and analysis, develops technical resources and knowledge products, supports stakeholder engagement efforts, and contributes to the design and implementation of project activities that strengthen labor rights protections and labor relations systems.

Working closely with technical specialists and project leadership, the Coordinator supports evidence-based decision-making through the collection, analysis, and interpretation of labor-related information and trends. The position also facilitates collaboration with government institutions, worker organizations, private sector stakeholders, and other partners to advance project objectives and promote effective implementation of labor rights standards.

Reporting & Supervision:

This position will report to the Industrial Relations Specialist based in Mexico City.

Primary Responsibilities:

Provide technical support to project leadership and technical teams on labor rights, labor law implementation, and labor compliance issues.
Conduct research, policy analysis, and desk reviews related to labor rights, labor reform implementation, labor compliance, and relevant labor market developments.
Develop technical briefs, reports, presentations, guidance materials, and other knowledge products to support project activities and decision-making.
Support the design and development of methodologies, tools, and technical resources used across project activities.
Assist in identifying emerging labor rights issues, implementation challenges, and opportunities relevant to project objectives.
Support the planning and facilitation of meetings, consultations, workshops, and other stakeholder engagement activities involving government institutions, worker organizations, employers, and other partners.
Coordinate with project staff and technical specialists to ensure effective communication and alignment across project components.
Contribute to monitoring, reporting, learning, and adaptive management processes by providing technical inputs and analysis.
Maintain organized electronic and physical records of technical resources, research findings, and project documentation.
Collaborate with project management and technical teams to ensure timely implementation of project activities and deliverables.
Perform other technical and programmatic responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Labor Relations, Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, International Development, Social Sciences, or a related field.
Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience in labor rights, labor relations, labor policy, research, public policy analysis, or related fields.
Demonstrated knowledge of Mexican labor law, labor reform processes, and labor rights issues.
Strong research, analytical, writing, and organizational skills.
Experience preparing technical reports, policy briefs, research products, or analytical documents for diverse audiences.
Experience engaging with government institutions, worker organizations, civil society organizations, private sector stakeholders, or international development projects.
Ability to synthesize complex information and communicate findings clearly and effectively.
Experience with U.S. Government-funded projects preferred, or similar experience working with international donors.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Candidate must be authorized to work in Mexico.
Proficiency in spoken and written English is preferred.

Coordinador/a de derechos laborales

Ubicación del puesto: Ciudad de México, México

Resumen del proyecto

Resumen del puesto:

El/la Coordinador/a de Derechos Laborales brinda apoyo técnico a las actividades del proyecto relacionadas con los derechos laborales, la implementación de la legislación laboral y la reforma laboral. Esta persona realiza investigaciones y análisis, desarrolla recursos técnicos y productos de conocimiento, apoya los esfuerzos de vinculación con actores clave y contribuye al diseño e implementación de actividades orientadas a fortalecer la protección de los derechos laborales y los sistemas de relaciones laborales.

Trabajando en estrecha colaboración con especialistas técnicos y la dirección del proyecto, el/la Coordinador/a apoya la toma de decisiones basada en evidencia mediante la recopilación, análisis e interpretación de información y tendencias relacionadas con el ámbito laboral. Asimismo, facilita la colaboración con instituciones gubernamentales, organizaciones de trabajadores, actores del sector privado y otros socios estratégicos para avanzar los objetivos del proyecto y promover la implementación efectiva de las normas laborales.

Reporta a:

Esta posición reportará al/a la Especialista en Relaciones Industriales, con sede en la Ciudad de México.

Responsabilidades principales

Brindar apoyo técnico a la dirección del proyecto y a los equipos técnicos en temas relacionados con derechos laborales, implementación de la legislación laboral y cumplimiento de la normativa laboral.
Realizar investigaciones, análisis de políticas públicas y revisiones documentales relacionadas con los derechos laborales, la implementación de la reforma laboral, el cumplimiento laboral y las tendencias relevantes del mercado de trabajo.
Elaborar notas técnicas, informes, presentaciones, materiales de orientación y otros productos de conocimiento para apoyar las actividades del proyecto y la toma de decisiones.
Apoyar el diseño y desarrollo de metodologías, herramientas y recursos técnicos utilizados en las distintas actividades del proyecto.
Contribuir a la identificación de desafíos emergentes, oportunidades y tendencias relacionadas con los derechos laborales y la implementación de la reforma laboral.
Apoyar la planificación y facilitación de reuniones, consultas, talleres y otras actividades de participación de actores clave, incluyendo instituciones gubernamentales, organizaciones de trabajadores, empleadores y otros socios.
Coordinarse con el personal del proyecto y especialistas técnicos para garantizar una comunicación efectiva y una adecuada alineación entre los distintos componentes del proyecto.
Contribuir a los procesos de monitoreo, elaboración de informes, aprendizaje y gestión adaptativa mediante la provisión de análisis e insumos técnicos.
Mantener organizados los archivos físicos y electrónicos relacionados con recursos técnicos, resultados de investigación y documentación del proyecto.
Colaborar con el equipo de gestión del proyecto y los equipos técnicos para garantizar la implementación oportuna de las actividades y productos comprometidos.
Desempeñar otras responsabilidades técnicas y programáticas que le sean asignadas por su supervisor/a.

Habilidades y calificaciones requeridas

Licenciatura en Derecho, Relaciones Laborales, Políticas Públicas, Ciencia Política, Economía, Desarrollo Internacional, Ciencias Sociales o una disciplina afín.
Mínimo de 4 años de experiencia profesional relevante en derechos laborales, relaciones laborales, política laboral, investigación, análisis de políticas públicas o áreas relacionadas.
Conocimiento demostrado de la legislación laboral mexicana, los procesos de reforma laboral y los temas vinculados con los derechos laborales.
Sólidas habilidades de investigación, análisis, redacción y organización.
Experiencia en la elaboración de informes técnicos, documentos de política pública, productos de investigación o documentos analíticos dirigidos a diversas audiencias.
Experiencia trabajando con instituciones gubernamentales, organizaciones de trabajadores, organizaciones de la sociedad civil, actores del sector privado o proyectos de desarrollo internacional.
Capacidad para sintetizar información compleja y comunicar hallazgos de manera clara y efectiva.
Experiencia en proyectos financiados por el Gobierno de los Estados Unidos (preferentemente) o experiencia similar trabajando con organismos donantes internacionales.
Excelentes habilidades interpersonales y capacidad para trabajar de manera colaborativa en equipos multidisciplinarios.
Excelentes habilidades organizativas y capacidad para gestionar múltiples prioridades y cumplir con plazos establecidos.
Contar con autorización legal para trabajar en México.
Se prefiere dominio del inglés oral y escrito.

Institutional Strengthening Sr. Coordinator

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Position Location: Mexico City, Mexico

Project Summary:

Position Summary:

The Institutional Strengthening Sr. Coordinator leads the design, coordination, and implementation of activities aimed at strengthening the institutional capacity, effectiveness, and sustainability of key labor-sector stakeholders. The Coordinator supports government institutions and other relevant organizations in assessing organizational needs, improving systems and processes, strengthening operational performance, and enhancing their ability to fulfill their mandates related to labor rights, labor law implementation, and labor relations.

Working closely with technical specialists, project leadership, consultants, and institutional counterparts, the Coordinator develops and implements institutional strengthening approaches that support organizational effectiveness, process improvement, strategic planning, and continuous learning. The position contributes to the development of sustainable institutional capacities by promoting good governance practices, strengthening organizational systems, and supporting the adoption of effective management and performance improvement tools.

Reporting & Supervision:

This position will report to the Industrial Relations Specialist based in Mexico City.

Primary Responsibilities:

Lead institutional assessments to identify organizational strengths, capacity gaps, operational challenges, and opportunities for improvement among project partners and stakeholders.
Support the design and implementation of institutional strengthening strategies, action plans, and capacity development interventions aligned with project objectives.
Facilitate organizational diagnostics, needs assessments, and analyses of current and desired institutional performance.
Develop and support the implementation of performance measurement frameworks, strategic indicators, and monitoring tools to assess institutional progress and effectiveness.
Analyze organizational processes, workflows, and procedures and recommend improvements that enhance efficiency, effectiveness, transparency, and service delivery.
Support government institutions and partner organizations in the development, documentation, and updating of policies, procedures, manuals, guidelines, and other institutional tools.
Promote the adoption of national and international best practices related to organizational management, institutional development, and labor-sector governance.
Design and support mechanisms that promote continuous improvement, institutional learning, and long-term sustainability of project-supported interventions.
Provide technical support related to organizational structures, functional reviews, and role definitions to strengthen institutional performance and accountability.
Coordinate with technical teams, consultants, and project staff to ensure institutional strengthening efforts are integrated across project outcomes and activities.
Facilitate workshops, consultations, and technical discussions with government agencies, worker organizations, private sector stakeholders, and other partners.
Maintain accurate and organized records of institutional assessments, technical resources, and project documentation.
Contribute to project planning, reporting, monitoring, learning, and adaptive management processes.
Perform other technical and programmatic responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Political Science, International Development, Social Sciences, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in institutional strengthening, organizational development, public sector modernization, governance, capacity development, or related fields.
Demonstrated experience conducting organizational assessments and designing institutional strengthening strategies and interventions.
Experience developing and improving organizational processes, procedures, performance management systems, and operational frameworks.
Knowledge of organizational development methodologies, change management approaches, and continuous improvement practices.
Experience working with government institutions, regulatory agencies, labor-sector stakeholders, or development programs.
Familiarity with Mexican labor institutions and the labor reform framework is desirable.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, writing, and facilitation skills.
Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Candidate must be authorized to work in Mexico.
Proficiency in spoken and written English is preferred.

Coordinador/a Senior de Fortalecimiento Institucional

Ubicación del puesto: Ciudad de México, México

Resumen del proyecto

Resumen del puesto:

El/la Coordinador/a Senior de Fortalecimiento Institucional lidera el diseño, la coordinación y la implementación de actividades orientadas a fortalecer la capacidad institucional, la eficacia y la sostenibilidad de actores clave del sector laboral. Esta persona apoya a instituciones gubernamentales y otras organizaciones relevantes en la identificación de necesidades organizacionales, la mejora de sistemas y procesos, el fortalecimiento del desempeño operativo y el incremento de su capacidad para cumplir con sus mandatos relacionados con los derechos laborales, la implementación de la legislación laboral y las relaciones laborales.

Trabajando en estrecha colaboración con especialistas técnicos, la dirección del proyecto, consultores y contrapartes institucionales, el/la Coordinador/a desarrolla e implementa estrategias de fortalecimiento institucional que promueven la eficacia organizacional, la mejora de procesos, la planificación estratégica y el aprendizaje continuo. El puesto contribuye al desarrollo de capacidades institucionales sostenibles mediante la promoción de buenas prácticas de gobernanza, el fortalecimiento de sistemas organizacionales y el apoyo a la adopción de herramientas eficaces de gestión y mejora del desempeño.

Reporta a:

Esta posición reportará al/a la Especialista en Relaciones Industriales, con sede en la Ciudad de México.

Responsabilidades principales

Liderar diagnósticos institucionales para identificar fortalezas organizacionales, brechas de capacidad, desafíos operativos y oportunidades de mejora entre socios y actores clave del proyecto.
Apoyar el diseño e implementación de estrategias de fortalecimiento institucional, planes de acción e intervenciones de desarrollo de capacidades alineadas con los objetivos del proyecto.
Facilitar diagnósticos organizacionales, evaluaciones de necesidades y análisis del desempeño institucional actual y deseado.
Desarrollar y apoyar la implementación de marcos de medición del desempeño, indicadores estratégicos y herramientas de monitoreo para evaluar el progreso y la efectividad institucional.
Analizar procesos organizacionales, flujos de trabajo y procedimientos, y proponer mejoras orientadas a incrementar la eficiencia, eficacia, transparencia y calidad de los servicios.
Apoyar a instituciones gubernamentales y organizaciones aliadas en el desarrollo, documentación y actualización de políticas, procedimientos, manuales, lineamientos y otras herramientas institucionales.
Promover la adopción de buenas prácticas nacionales e internacionales relacionadas con la gestión organizacional, el desarrollo institucional y la gobernanza del sector laboral.
Diseñar y apoyar mecanismos que fomenten la mejora continua, el aprendizaje institucional y la sostenibilidad a largo plazo de las intervenciones impulsadas por el proyecto.
Brindar asistencia técnica relacionada con estructuras organizacionales, revisión de funciones y definición de perfiles y responsabilidades para fortalecer el desempeño institucional y la rendición de cuentas.
Coordinar con equipos técnicos, consultores y personal del proyecto para garantizar que los esfuerzos de fortalecimiento institucional estén integrados en los distintos componentes y resultados del proyecto.
Facilitar talleres, consultas y discusiones técnicas con instituciones gubernamentales, organizaciones de trabajadores, actores del sector privado y otros socios clave.
Mantener registros precisos y organizados de diagnósticos institucionales, recursos técnicos y documentación del proyecto.
Contribuir a los procesos de planificación, monitoreo, elaboración de informes, aprendizaje y gestión adaptativa del proyecto.
Desempeñar otras responsabilidades técnicas y programáticas que le sean asignadas por su supervisor/a.

Habilidades y calificaciones requeridas

Licenciatura en Administración Pública, Políticas Públicas, Desarrollo Organizacional, Administración de Empresas, Ciencia Política, Desarrollo Internacional o una disciplina afín. Se prefiere contar con estudios de maestría.
Mínimo de 5 años de experiencia profesional relevante en fortalecimiento institucional, desarrollo organizacional, modernización del sector público, gobernanza, desarrollo de capacidades o áreas relacionadas.
Experiencia demostrada en la realización de diagnósticos organizacionales y en el diseño de estrategias e intervenciones de fortalecimiento institucional.
Experiencia en el desarrollo y mejora de procesos organizacionales, procedimientos, sistemas de gestión del desempeño y marcos operativos.
Conocimiento de metodologías de desarrollo organizacional, gestión del cambio y prácticas de mejora continua.
Experiencia trabajando con instituciones gubernamentales, organismos reguladores, actores del sector laboral o programas de desarrollo.
Es deseable contar con conocimiento de las instituciones laborales mexicanas y del marco de la reforma laboral.
Sólidas habilidades de análisis, resolución de problemas, redacción y facilitación.
Excelentes habilidades interpersonales y de relacionamiento con actores clave, con capacidad para trabajar de manera colaborativa en equipos multidisciplinarios.
Fuertes habilidades organizativas y capacidad para gestionar múltiples prioridades de manera simultánea.
Contar con autorización legal para trabajar en México.
Se prefiere dominio del inglés oral y escrito.

Operations and Finance Assistant

6 min read

Project Summary:

Position Summary:

The Operations and Finance Assistant provides administrative, financial, procurement, and operational support to ensure the efficient implementation of project activities and compliance with organizational and donor requirements. Working closely with the Senior Finance and Operations Manager (SFOM) and the broader LEVEL team, the Operations and Finance Assistant supports financial management processes, office administration, procurement activities, inventory management, travel logistics, and project documentation.

The position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial and operational records, supporting project budget monitoring, and ensuring adherence to Creative Associates International and donor policies and procedures. The Operations and Finance Assistant also provides logistical and coordination support for meetings, workshops, trainings, and other project activities, contributing to the smooth day-to-day functioning of the project.

Reporting & Supervision:

The Operations and Finance Assistant will report to the Senior Finance and Operations Manager based in Mexico City.

Primary Responsibilities:

Finance:

Support the Senior Finance and Operations Manager in accounting, financial administration, and financial management activities, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and donor requirements.
Assist in the preparation and maintenance of financial documentation required for audits, financial reviews, and compliance with applicable regulations, including 2 CFR 200.
Process invoices, payment requests, reimbursements, and other financial transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
Support monthly financial close processes and reconciliation activities.
Prepare per diem calculations, employee reimbursements, and other project-related financial documentation.
Assist in monitoring project expenditures, budget tracking, forecasting, and financial reporting.
Support compliance with local tax regulations, including withholding requirements and reporting obligations.
Maintain accurate and organized financial records and supporting documentation.
Assist with financial analyses and ad hoc reporting as requested by the SFOM.

Operations:

Provide administrative and logistical support for project activities, meetings, workshops, trainings, and events.
Manage office supply procurement and maintain inventory records.
Maintain and update employee, vendor, consultant, and stakeholder contact information.
Track and maintain project assets and inventory, including data entry in inventory management systems, periodic spot checks, and inventory reporting.
Request vendor quotations, prepare bid comparison matrices, and support procurement processes.
Coordinate local travel, transportation, lodging, and other logistical arrangements for project staff and consultants.
Ensure procurement and administrative files are complete, accurate, and properly maintained in project filing systems and databases.
Draft, review, organize, and maintain project correspondence, contracts, reports, and other administrative documents.
Support timesheet collection and review processes and assist with leave tracking and reporting.
Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems to ensure accessibility and compliance with recordkeeping requirements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Economics, or a related field preferred.
Minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in finance, accounting, operations, administration, procurement, or project support roles.
Experience supporting donor-funded projects, international development programs, or similar environments is preferred. Experience with U.S. Government-funded projects and associated compliance requirements also preferred.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Experience maintaining financial, procurement, and administrative records and filing systems.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
Candidate must be authorized to work in Mexico.
Proficiency in spoken and written English is preferred.

Resumen del Puesto:

El/la Asistente de Operaciones y Finanzas proporciona apoyo administrativo, financiero, y operativo para garantizar la implementación eficiente de las actividades del proyecto y el cumplimiento de los requisitos organizacionales y del donante. Trabajando en estrecha colaboración con el Gerente Senior de Finanzas y Operaciones (SFOM, por sus siglas en inglés) y con el equipo de LEVEL, el/la Asistente de Operaciones y Finanzas apoya los procesos de gestión financiera, administración de oficina, adquisiciones, control de inventarios, logística de viajes y gestión de documentación del proyecto.

Esta posición desempeña un papel clave en el mantenimiento de registros financieros y operativos precisos, el seguimiento presupuestario del proyecto y el cumplimiento de las políticas y procedimientos de Creative Associates International y de los donantes. Asimismo, brinda apoyo logístico y de coordinación para reuniones, talleres, capacitaciones y otras actividades del proyecto, contribuyendo al funcionamiento eficiente de las operaciones diarias.

Reporta a y Supervisión:

El Asistente de Operaciones y Finanzas reportará directamente al Gerente Senior de Finanzas y Operaciones, con sede en la Ciudad de México.

Responsabilidades Principales:

Finanzas:

Apoyar al Gerente Senior de Finanzas y Operaciones en las actividades contables, administrativas y de gestión financiera, garantizando el cumplimiento de las políticas organizacionales y los requisitos del donante.
Apoyar en la preparación y mantenimiento de la documentación financiera requerida para auditorías, revisiones financieras y el cumplimiento de la normativa aplicable, incluyendo el reglamento 2 CFR 200.
Procesar facturas, solicitudes de pago, reembolsos y otras transacciones financieras de manera oportuna y precisa.
Apoyar los procesos de cierre financiero mensual y las actividades de conciliación.
Preparar cálculos de viáticos, reembolsos de gastos del personal y otra documentación financiera relacionada con el proyecto.
Apoyar el monitoreo de gastos del proyecto, el seguimiento presupuestario, las proyecciones financieras y la elaboración de reportes financieros.
Apoyar el cumplimiento de las obligaciones fiscales locales, incluyendo retenciones y reportes requeridos.
Mantener registros financieros precisos y organizados, así como la documentación de respaldo correspondiente.
Apoyar la elaboración de análisis financieros e informes especiales solicitados por el/la Gerente Senior de Finanzas y Operaciones.

Operaciones:

Brindar apoyo administrativo y logístico para actividades del proyecto, reuniones, talleres, capacitaciones y eventos.
Gestionar la compra de suministros de oficina y mantener registros actualizados del inventario.
Mantener y actualizar la información de contacto de empleados, proveedores, consultores y otras partes interesadas.
Dar seguimiento y mantener actualizados los registros de activos e inventario del proyecto, incluyendo la captura de información en los sistemas de gestión de inventario, verificaciones periódicas y elaboración de reportes.
Solicitar cotizaciones a proveedores, preparar cuadros comparativos y apoyar los procesos de adquisiciones.
Coordinar viajes locales, transporte, hospedaje y otros arreglos logísticos para el personal del proyecto y consultores.
Garantizar que los expedientes de adquisiciones y documentación administrativa estén completos, sean precisos y se encuentren debidamente archivados en los sistemas y bases de datos del proyecto.
Elaborar, revisar, organizar y mantener correspondencia, contratos, informes y otros documentos administrativos del proyecto.
Apoyar los procesos de recopilación y revisión de hojas de tiempo (timesheets), así como el seguimiento y reporte de vacaciones y licencias del personal.
Mantener sistemas de archivo físicos y electrónicos organizados, asegurando la accesibilidad de la información y el cumplimiento de los requisitos de gestión documental.

Habilidades y Calificaciones Requeridas:

Se prefiere licenciatura en Administración de Empresas, Contaduría, Finanzas, Administración Pública, Economía o una disciplina afín.
Mínimo de dos (2) años de experiencia profesional relevante en finanzas, contabilidad, operaciones, administración, adquisiciones o funciones de apoyo a proyectos.
Se valorará experiencia apoyando proyectos financiados por donantes internacionales, programas de desarrollo internacional o entornos similares. También se valorará experiencia en proyectos financiados por el Gobierno de los Estados Unidos y conocimiento de sus requisitos de cumplimiento.
Dominio de las aplicaciones de Microsoft Office, particularmente Excel.
Experiencia en el mantenimiento de registros financieros, administrativos y de adquisiciones, así como en la gestión de sistemas de archivo.
Excelentes habilidades organizativas, atención al detalle y capacidad para gestionar múltiples prioridades de manera simultánea.
Sólidas habilidades de comunicación e interpersonales, con capacidad demostrada para trabajar eficazmente en equipo.
Capacidad para manejar información sensible y confidencial con discreción y profesionalismo.
Capacidad para trabajar bajo presión, cumplir con plazos establecidos y adaptarse a prioridades cambiantes.
Contar con autorización legal para trabajar en México.
Se prefiere dominio del inglés oral y escrito.

Project Director

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Position Location: San Salvador, El Salvador

Background:

Position Summary:

Creative seeks a Project Director for an anticipated USG-funded anti-trafficking program in El Salvador. The Project Director will provide overall technical, management, and administrative oversight for the program. This role will serve as the primary point of contact for and will lead engagement with the USG, Government of El Salvador, and national counterparts across the justice sector and civil society.

Primary Responsibilities:

Provide overall strategic leadership and direction for the program in El Salvador.
Lead project implementation and oversee achievement of program objectives, targets, and deliverables.
Ensure compliance with USG regulations, financial controls, and reporting obligations.
Serve as the primary liaison with DOS, Government of El Salvador counterparts, private sector partners, and other key stakeholders.
Oversee monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning systems and promote data-driven decision-making.
Recruit, supervise, mentor, and support a multidisciplinary project team.

Monitor operational and security risks and support mitigation planning.

Lead development of annual work plans, implementation plans, and budgets, and ensure timely submission of high-quality technical and financial reports to the donor

Oversee subawards to local implementing partners

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Master’s degree in International Development, Human Rights, or related field.
Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience managing large donor-funded international development programs.
Minimum 5 years of senior leadership experience as Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party, Program Director, or equivalent.
Demonstrated experience managing USG-funded programs with demonstrated technical expertise in anti-trafficking programming.
Demonstrated experience working with government counterparts, donors, local organizations, and consortium partners.
Strong financial, operational, compliance, and risk management experience.
Professional fluency in Spanish and English required.
Experience working in El Salvador

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

Experience living and working in El Salvador; experience elsewhere in Central America will also be considered.
Established working relationships with Salvadoran justice-sector institutions or equivalent experience.
Prior experience managing counter-trafficking awards, including J/TIP-funded programs.

Creative Associates International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only finalists will be contacted. This position is contingent upon client approval and funding.

Associate Business Development Manager

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Position Location: Remote

Position Type: Temporary

Background:

Position Summary:

This mid-level position performs complex business development assignments on proposal teams. Responsibilities include supporting the identification, development, and delivery of competitive proposals for the company. The Associate Business Development Manager works within the parameters of Creative’s Business Development Policy and Procedures, including Creative’s Style Manual and all company policies, procedures and timelines to support proposal submissions that are technically and financially sound, responsive, compliant, and of the highest quality.

Reporting & Supervision:

The Associate Business Development Manager works under general supervision and reports to by the Senior Vice President (SVP), Business Development.

Primary Responsibilities:

Supports bid development teams, as assigned by the SVP, managing activities from capture through submission and after-action reviews
Conducts competitive landscape analysis and ongoing market research across multiple target clients
In collaboration with the assigned Technical Lead, develops bid calendars, technical volume outlines, compliance matrices, and layout and style protocols
Ensures adherence to all proposal policies, procedures and timelines
May serve as the point of contact for subcontractors and partner organizations
Prepares and assists in negotiating teaming agreements with partners
Holds regular checkpoint meetings with assigned proposal team(s) to ensure adherence to schedule, checks quality and compliance of response, surfaces problems early
Manages review process and works closely with technical writers to ensure the proposal is responsive to the evaluation criteria of the solicitation
Oversees preparation of the proposal for production and delivery;
Serves as a point of contact for consultants, as assigned, and receives and evaluates deliverables, including timesheets and payment requests
Tracks deadlines and timelines and informs the SVP of any problem in meeting deadlines or submitting a compliant and high-quality proposal
Convenes post proposal debriefing meetings to discuss the proposal process and identify and document lessons learned
Other duties as assigned, include bid pipeline analysis and reporting

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Business Administration, or a related field and at least 4 years of relevant experience OR a Master’s degree in a related field and at least 2 years of relevant experience
Specialized experience in business development processes
Excellent skills in writing, editing, formatting, research, and communications
Excellent meeting facilitation skills and organizational skills

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

Knowledge of and expertise in the international development industry
Proficiency in a second language, preferably Spanish, French, or Arabic
Experience using AI tools, SharePoint, CRMS, and/or other technology systems for productivity enhancement

Creative Associates International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Due to volume, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Component 4 Lead: Teacher Policy, Licensing, Appraisal and Career Pathways Expert

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Location: Belize or Caribbean region
Level of effort: Approximately 100 days over one year
Travel: If based outside Belize, approximately 3–4 trips to Belize
Reporting: Reports to the Creative Project Manager and coordinates closely with the Project Team Leader and RTI’s technical leads for Components 1, 2 and 3

Role summary

The Component 4 Lead will provide overall technical leadership for the reform of teacher and school-leader licensing, appraisal, career pathways, performance incentives and secondary-level dual-subject certification in Belize.

The Lead will direct the design and implementation of Component 4, serve as the principal author and integrator of the Draft Licensing and Career Reform Policy and Regulatory Package due in Week 56, and ensure that the proposed reforms are aligned with Belize’s existing policies, tools and reform initiatives, including the Education Act 2026 or applicable legal framework, professional standards, existing appraisal and licensing arrangements, and the Equipping Secondary Educators Program.

The Lead will work collaboratively with the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology (MoECST), MCA-Belize, RTI, education-sector institutions and representative stakeholder groups to build agreement progressively around the proposed reforms. The Lead will organize the work so that stakeholders jointly review the evidence, assess policy options, resolve implementation issues and confirm the proposed direction before the final package is submitted.

The Lead may be supported by short-term specialists in legal and regulatory drafting, teacher workforce analysis, dual-subject certification, data analysis or other technical areas. However, the Component 4 Lead will remain accountable for the overall technical architecture, coherence, quality and timely completion of the component.

The Lead will also provide high-level advisory support to Component 1 by helping plan and facilitate an initial co-design workshop in Belize and reviewing the draft National Education Quality Assurance Framework to ensure alignment with professional standards, teacher and school-leader performance, supervision, appraisal, professional development and career progression.

Key responsibilities

Component leadership and coordination

Lead the Component 4 methodology, detailed work plan, sequencing, technical coordination and delivery schedule.
Participate in the initial in-person project work-planning meeting in Belize.
Participate in biweekly virtual technical meetings with the Project Team Leader and technical leads for Components 1, 2 and 3.
Participate in monthly coordination meetings with RTI’s program management team and other partners.
Coordinate and quality-assure the inputs of supporting Component 4 specialists.
Provide Component 4 inputs, as requested and within the agreed scope, to the inception report, quarterly reports and final report.

Review and diagnostic analysis

Lead a structured review of existing Belizean policies, regulations, standards, tools and practices related to teacher and school-leader licensing; license renewal and periodic professional review; appraisal; recruitment, promotion and professional progression; continuous professional development; teacher education and certification; performance incentives; and teacher subject specialization and deployment.
Assess what existing policies and tools should be retained, updated, formally approved, better aligned or replaced.
Map the institutional roles of MoECST units, Managing Authorities, schools, teacher education institutions and other bodies involved in educator regulation and workforce management.
Identify gaps between formal policy and actual implementation.

Stakeholder engagement and consensus building

Lead consultations and co-design processes with MoECST, MCA-Belize, the Equipping Secondary Educators Program, teacher organizations, Managing Authorities, school leaders, teachers, education officers, teacher education institutions and other relevant actors.
Facilitate joint interpretation of findings so stakeholders confirm the problem definition and reform priorities before detailed drafting begins.
Maintain a decision and consensus record documenting evidence reviewed, options considered, decisions reached, unresolved issues and responsible decision makers.

Career pathways

Lead the design of structured professional-progression pathways for teachers, school leaders and education officers.
Define career stages, competency requirements, performance expectations and evidence required for advancement.
Develop vertical and horizontal advancement routes, including opportunities for accomplished teachers to progress as mentors, specialist teachers or instructional leaders without leaving classroom practice.
Align career progression with professional standards, qualifications, appraisal, continuous professional development and demonstrated competence.
Develop feasible transitional arrangements for existing personnel.

Licensing and professional review

Review current licensing regulations and administrative practices.
Develop or revise criteria and procedures for initial, provisional and full licensing; teacher and school-leader license categories; license renewal; periodic professional review; continuous professional-development requirements; re-entry; non-renewal, suspension or other status changes; appeals and review; and grandfathering and transition.
Ensure proposed licensing reforms align with the Education Act 2026 or other applicable legal framework and with professional standards established under Component 1.
Work with legal expertise to identify which reforms require legislation, regulation, ministerial policy, administrative procedure or institutional agreement.

Teacher and school-leader appraisal

Lead the review and revision of existing teacher and school-leader appraisal tools and procedures.
Develop a standards-aligned appraisal framework using multiple sources of evidence.
Define the appraisal cycle, evaluator responsibilities, evidence requirements, moderation, feedback, recordkeeping and review or appeals processes.
Establish clear links between appraisal findings and targeted professional development; coaching or mentoring; performance-improvement support; licensing renewal; career progression; and professional recognition.
Ensure that appraisal is practical, fair, transparent and developmental rather than primarily punitive.

Performance incentives

Develop feasible financial and nonfinancial performance-incentive options for teachers and school leaders.
Assess options for affordability, equity, transparency, sustainability, administrative feasibility and unintended consequences.
Consider professional recognition, specialist and mentoring roles, funded professional-development opportunities, career-stage advancement, hard-to-staff subject or geographic incentives, and school- or team-based recognition.
Ensure incentives support collaboration, school improvement and student achievement.

Dual-subject certification

Lead the development of policy, standards and procedures for secondary-level dual-subject certification.
Oversee analysis of teacher specialization, deployment, shortages and out-of-field teaching.
Define priority subject combinations; required subject-content and pedagogical knowledge; initial and additional certification pathways; bridging and upgrading programs; assessment of competence; recognition of prior learning; roles of teacher education institutions; and transitional arrangements for practicing teachers.
Ensure the model balances professional quality with the staffing realities of small, rural and hard-to-staff schools.

Required qualifications

Advanced degree in education policy, teacher development, education leadership, human-resource management, public administration or a closely related field.
At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in teacher policy, educator professionalization, licensing, appraisal, career pathways, professional standards or education workforce reform; 15 or more years preferred.
Demonstrated experience leading national or system-level education policy reform.
Direct experience in at least three of the following: teacher or school-leader licensing; professional standards; teacher or school-leader appraisal; career-pathway development; continuous professional development; teacher certification; public-sector performance management; or education workforce reform.
Strong understanding of how professional standards, appraisal, licensing, professional development and career advancement function as an integrated system.
Demonstrated ability to translate policy recommendations into practical procedures, implementation plans and regulatory or administrative provisions.
Experience facilitating high-level policy dialogue and consensus-building processes involving ministries, professional associations, education institutions and other stakeholders.
Experience managing and integrating the inputs of multidisciplinary technical specialists.
Excellent analytical, facilitation and English-language writing skills.
Experience working with ministries of education, teacher organizations, school leaders and teacher education institutions.
Experience in the Caribbean, Commonwealth or another small-state education system strongly preferred.
Knowledge of Belize’s education system and established relationships with Belizean education stakeholders would be a significant advantage.
Availability for sustained part-time engagement across the assignment, including regular virtual coordination and travel to Belize.

Critical Minerals & Supply Chain Security Consultant

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Creative seeks candidates for a Critical Minerals Consultant to support USG proposal efforts. The successful candidate will provide subject matter expertise on global critical mineral supply chains, geopolitical resource competition, and economic statecraft. This role involves analyzing market data, identifying vulnerabilities in the clean energy transition ecosystem, and drafting actionable policy frameworks to secure bilateral and multilateral mineral supply chains. Candidates may be based in the US or overseas.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Analysis & Policy Support

Assess Vulnerabilities: Map global critical mineral value chains—from extraction to refining and magnet fabrication—identifying single points of failure, foreign monopoly risks, and choke points.
Draft Deliverables: Produce high-quality policy briefs, landscape scans, information memos, and diplomatic talking points for senior DOS leadership and interagency stakeholders.
Monitor Geopolitics: Track competitor industrial policies, foreign direct investments (FDI) in mining sectors, and international export controls affecting clean energy supply chains.

Interagency & Diplomatic Engagement

Support Initiatives: Provide analytical backing for multilateral frameworks, such as the Minerals Security Partnership (MSP) and the Energy Resource Governance Initiative (ERGI).
Coordinate Stakeholders: Liaise across federal agencies, including the Departments of Energy (DOE), Defense (DOD), Commerce, and international partner nations to harmonize supply chain strategies.
Review Technical Data: Translate complex geological, economic, and industrial data into clear, non-technical strategic recommendations for diplomatic personnel.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Public Policy, Mining/Geological Engineering, Materials Science, Economics, or a related field. A Master’s or PhD is highly desirable.
Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience in energy consulting, mining market analysis, industrial policy, or federal foreign affairs advisory.
Familiarity with foreign assistance programming and international project finance (e.g., DFC, EXIM bank models).
Established networks within the mining, refining, or clean energy manufacturing industries.
Professional proficiency in a foreign language relevant to critical mineral production regions strongly preferred.