Peru Program Manager - Consultant

Organization Background:

Engineers Without Borders USA (EWB-USA) is a US-based organization working with international partners to help build thriving communities around the world. We build a better world through engineering projects that empower communities to meet their basic human needs. Our US-based team and international partners are committed to community engineering to make a meaningful, lasting, and positive difference that elevates the leadership and autonomy of our partner communities. We are part of an equitable, global network of organizations focusing on community engineering to promote social justice. We mobilize thousands of volunteers every year to respond to underserved and overburdened communities' engineering needs. 

Job description:

EWB-USA is seeking to hire a full-time Peru program manager consultant to support ongoing community development and infrastructure project work in Peru. 

Primary responsibilities for the consultant will include:

• Ongoing support of current NGO partners as it relates to operations, community development, and successful completion of infrastructure projects

• Identification and vetting of potential new partners including NGO’s, Government agencies, and international organizations 

• Conduct project vetting visits and complete accompanying documentation reports for community partnership / projects opportunities 

• Contribute to the development of NGO partner and Peru country strategies for EWB-USA operations 

• Support community training initiatives around operation and maintenance of infrastructure and best practices for community based organizations 

• Support partner training and capacity strengthening activities

• Maintain regular contact and communication with EWB-USA staff located in the United States through email, digital meetings and phone

• Complete monitoring and evaluation activities for active and completed infrastructure projects

• Support convening and collaboration of current and future partners around operation and strategy workshops 

Additional responsibilities for the consultant may include:

• Identify contractors, engineers, and subject matter experts to support the delivery of EWB-USA projects 

• Provide quality control oversight and reporting of construction activities for ongoing project work

• Support grant prospecting, grant applications and grant management for funding 

• Support the coordination of ongoing project work across communities, NGO partners, EWB-USA volunteers, contractors and additional stakeholders

Qualifications:

Required:

• 5+ years experience with community development / engagement in underserved communities/populations

• 3+ years experience working with or for NGOs or comparable knowledgeable about the NGO sector in Peru

• Bilingual in Spanish and English with the ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form

• Peruvian national based in Lima, Peru

• Able to travel throughout the country to project sites, often in rural areas, for multiple days at a time

Preferred:

• Experience working with international volunteers 

• Experience working with multiple stakeholders including government agencies, donors, organizations

• Experience working with international NGOs 

• Experience with monitoring and evaluation, including developing impact stories

• Experience pursuing grants, donors, and funding

• Experience delivering water, sanitation, energy, agricultural and structural projects including planning, design, construction

Compensation:

As a full-time consultant for EWB-USA, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive monthly salary based on experience and qualifications

• Expense reimbursement for work related travel including transportation, lodging, and meals

• Computer for work purposes

• Flexible work schedule

Location:

The consultant is intended to be based in Lima, Peru with the ability to travel to support partnership development or project work. Remote work with US-based staff and volunteers will be required. The expected time commitment for work is 40-hours per week; however, work hours, schedule, and days will vary and may include occasional nights and weekends. 

Application information:

Interested applicants shall provide an updated resume and cover letter highlighting relevant work experience and interest in the manager consultant position.