Director of Community Building, Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC)
Quick answer
The National Audubon Society is hiring a senior-level Director of Community Building for the Latin America and the Caribbean region based in Chile, Colombia, or Mexico to lead hemispheric conservation partnerships and community engagement initiatives.
- Role
- Director of Community Building, Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC)
- Organization
- National Audubon Society
- Location
- Santiago, Chile; Mexico City, Mexico; or Bogotá, Colombia (with remote options in these countries)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- Colombia: $290M-$307.5M COP; Chile: $85M-$95M CLP; Mexico: $1.75M-$1.95M MXN
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The National Audubon Society is seeking a Director of Community Building for Latin America and the Caribbean to lead regional engagement initiatives and foster strategic partnerships. This role involves developing capacity-building programs, advancing bird-based tourism, and connecting conservation efforts across the Americas through multi-national collaboration. The successful candidate will drive public engagement, mentor staff, and secure funding to support long-term environmental conservation goals.
What you'll do
- Lead and scale Audubon’s Community Building program across the LAC region.
- Develop and maintain partnerships with nature reserves, museums, and academic institutions.
- Manage program and grant budgets while fostering a culture of philanthropy.
- Collaborate with communications teams to raise visibility for habitat conservation.
- Mentor professional staff and oversee multi-cultural team execution.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of relevant experience in community building or conservation.
- Minimum of three years of experience managing staff and teams.
- Full professional fluency in both English and Spanish.
- Proven track record in operational management and project execution.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
The position is based in either Santiago, Chile; Mexico City, Mexico; or Bogotá, Colombia, with potential for remote work within those specific countries.
What is the compensation for this role?
Compensation varies by country: 290,000,000–307,500,000 COP in Colombia, 85,000,000–95,000,000 CLP in Chile, or 1,750,000–1,950,000 MXN in Mexico.
What are the core language requirements?
Candidates must possess written and verbal fluency in both English and Spanish.
How should I apply for this position?
Interested candidates must submit an application including a cover letter to be considered, as applications without one will not be reviewed.
How to apply
Apply directly on National Audubon Society's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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