350.org’s Latin America is looking for an enthusiastic Argentina Country Team Leader!
The Argentina Country Team Leader will manage the team based in the country, including COMMs and Digital staff, in order to ensure that the team can efficiently plan, develop, monitor and evaluate campaigns, projects and activities performed on behalf of 350.org. The country team lead main roles include setting the political and organisational strategies and campaigns in the country, serve as country budget holder (thus, managing and tracking budget execution), act as a spokesperson, provide liaison with the Latin America regional team and teams in other countries; prepare and submit proposals in proper moments to the diverse 350.org departments / teams.
This role offers a unique window into the inner workings of the organisation and the climate movement. It will be ideal for a highly organised, detail-oriented individual who has a strong interest in progressive social change and the way organisations work. The right candidate will be kind and approachable, and ready to take on challenges. They will be committed to their own well-being and the wellbeing of others, an excellent communicator, and able to function in a remote team that rarely meets in-person. They’ll have the ability to exercise discretion, maintain calm under pressure, and have strong prioritisation and time-management instincts. The role will be performed in Argentina, for professionals who are residents or can move into the country. Have knowledge and experience of the social, economic, energy, cultural and environmental context of Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Chile and Brazil (Mercosur).
- At least five (5) years of experience with leading and executive roles, particularly in the non-profit sector and with strategic planning, staff and budget management, projects and campaigns, finance accountability, ideally in an international context, particularly in the climate change and energy issues
- Comfortable working both independently and in teams, highly responsive, and able to lead initiatives as well as take direction from others
- Extensive experience and knowledge of current political-economic realities and cultural diversity in the country
- Embrace the principles of workplace justice, diversity, equity and inclusion and apply them to day-to-day work
- Ability to communicate complex ideas in clear, concise terms (written and verbally)
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to nurture partnerships
- Proficient with virtual meeting technology, Google Drive and other online comms technologies
- A commitment to your own personal growth and development
- Fluency in English and Spanish
- Confidence in using internet-based software for calendaring/scheduling
Desired (but not required) skills and experiences
- High-level proficiency in Google Suites and Zoom Video Conferencing preferred
- Has an interest in social & environmental justice issues, and/or experience working in international contexts across a variety of cultures
- Communication skills in Portuguese
- A strong understanding of energy/climate trends at both a regional and international level
- Experience of using digital tools for campaigns
- Experience in remote work
Compensation: ARS 1,209,000 (We shall pay an additional currency devaluation allowance)