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Please Note

This position is contingent upon the availability of donor funding. Employment is subject to the final approval and receipt of funding. If funding is not secured, any offer of employment may be rescinded prior to the start date, and the organization will not be liable for any costs incurred by the candidate in anticipation of employment.

Who We Are

IREX is a global development and education organization. We strive for a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world, where individuals reach their full potential, governments serve their people, and communities thrive. We work in four areas essential to progress: cultivating leaders, empowering youth, strengthening institutions, and increasing access to quality education and information.

Job Summary

IREX seeks a full-time Program Manager for the Communities and Governance Practice to support our programming in Mexico.

This position oversees and/or manages all aspects of the project and/or multiple programs in Mexico. They are responsible for the development and execution of project work products, to include but not limited to program timelines, budgets, reports, and other products as identified. This individual also represents IREX inside Mexico and across the region.

We are doers. Our decades of on-the-ground experience help us create greater impact, practical recommendations, and lasting partnerships.

We're looking for our next team member—could it be you?

Knowledge & Skills:

• Demonstrated technical knowledge related to internal migration in Mexico.

• Demonstrated technical knowledge of methods and ethics in educational and/or social science research.

• Proven experience managing multiple complex programming in a demanding, time-sensitive work environment.

• Experience conducting research and ability to proficiently articulate findings in the English language.

• Demonstrated ability to track and manage budgets and plan both strategically and creatively to meet project objectives.  

• Strong program management skills with the ability to oversee and manage projects.

• Strong problem-solving skills and demonstrated flexibility to meet program outcomes.

• Strong representational and organizational skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft office products, including Excel; and

• Excellent cross-cultural and interpersonal communication skills.

• Demonstrated computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

• Self-motivated and result oriented.

• Awareness on gender equality and inclusion

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field.

• Minimum 7+ years of progressive job experience. or a master's degree and 6 years of experience.

• Speaking, reading, and writing proficiency in English and Spanish required. Excellent written and spoken English.

• Must demonstrate valid proof of unrestricted authorization to work in Mexico.

Your Daily Tasks

• Lead day-to-day program management, reporting, compliance and finance and overall coordination of program activities.

• Manage the planning and implementation of program activities, including operational plans and budgets.

• Provide recommendations on troubleshooting implementation challenges, as needed and in partnership with IREX staff and program Subawardees

• Provide recommendations on partnership building and network strengthening for IREX and the Ambulantes program.

• Lead stakeholder outreach and manage relationships with governmental, civil society, and iNGO representatives, including Walmart Foundation grantees mentioned in the prime award.

• Draft complex documents, including program reports and evaluations.

• Lead the administrative and financial management, including initiating procurement.

• Monitor the subgrants and subgrantees' performances, provide high-level assistance to the subgrantees.

• Establish, maintain, or cultivate relationships with key stakeholders to ensure project activities can continue with minimal disruption.

• Performs additional duties and tasks to meet the needs of the organization, team, or as assigned by manager.

Additional Perks:

At IREX, you'll work alongside committed, passionate, and collaborative colleagues who are united by a shared mission—making it a truly rewarding place to work. We offer learning, development, and growth opportunities, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your overall well-being.

Please note: While we aim to offer competitive compensation, not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range.

Disability Specifications

IREX will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments of 2008.

Equal Opportunity Employer

IREX seeks to attract the best-qualified candidates who support IREX's mission and who respect and promote excellence through diversity. IREX is committed to equal opportunity and follows recruitment and selection practices that comply with all applicable employment laws. To this end, IREX recruits, hires, trains, and promotes individuals based on merit and experience.

We conduct background checks on all successful candidates.

This position is not eligible for Immigration Sponsorship.

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