Central American Partnerships Manager

Global Support and Development•Charlotte, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you ready to swap the ordinary routine for a high-impact mission spanning the vibrant communities of Central America? Global Support and Development (GSD) is looking for a dynamic Central American Partnerships Manager to lead our outreach and build powerful alliances that strengthen disaster resilience across the region. Based in Charlotte with up to 50% travel, you’ll be the face of our mission, cultivating essential relationships with both public and private sectors to turn shared goals into rapid response reality. Whether you’re presenting compelling proposals or deploying to support humanitarian efforts—sometimes even from our specialized vessel—your work will directly reduce the impact of the climate crisis. If you have a passion for stakeholder management and a heart for humanitarian service, come help us redefine what it means to be a trusted partner in the field. GSD offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: Up to 25 days of accrued vacation Up to 80 hours of annual sick leave Up to 80 hours of Military Pay and 30 Days Differential Medical, Dental and Vision (GSD covers monthly premium) Group Life and AD&D Coverage (GSD covers monthly premium) Retirement (Pre and Post Tax Options) and a Company Match Matches on Qualified 529 Plans Up to 14 Paid Holidays Want to know more? Read on to learn more about the role and how you can help us turn strategy into action!

Requirements

Five (5) or more years of progressive work experience in partner/stakeholder management and engagement in Central America, preferably in the humanitarian sector, to include any/all of the following: Partnership identification, outreach, and cultivation; Design and management of partner agreements and events; and/or Supporting donor-funded projects to advance rapid response and resilience. Desirable lived experience in the region
Three (3) or more years experience operating in partner/stakeholder management preferably in an international context
Proven experience developing programs and teams
BA in humanitarian affairs, communications, marketing, international relations, public relations or related field; or Equivalent combination of relevant experience and training
Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish or French required
Ability to work with partners and translate shared objectives into operational delivery and, at times, respond quickly to changes in short-term priorities
Ability to identify and build processes required to support effective partnerships
High-level communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including presentation ability
Cultural awareness and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide array of stakeholders to build relationships
Discernment for confidentiality in relation to organizational, partner, and donor activities and communications
Strong organizational skills and the ability to rapidly shift tasks
Experience working and/or traveling domestically and internationally

Nice To Haves

Masters of Public Administration (MPA) or a degree in a related field is desirable
Certificate in project management is desirable

Responsibilities

Engage with project and organizational leadership to ensure shared vision and strategy for partnership development and relationship management
Develop and implement an outreach plan for designated countries within the Central American portfolio, working collaboratively with key internal stakeholders across departments, and regional experts
Manage existing partnership relationships, including day-to-day planning and engagement, as well as build new partnerships through stakeholder mapping, partner cultivation, and effective partnership management
Drive regional alignment by developing shared tools and standardized processes, providing the necessary support and cross-coverage to maintain partnership continuity
Monitor and analyze humanitarian, rapid response, and community resilience partnership trends ensuring that the GSD’s partnership proposition remains compelling and relevant to GSD’s mission and the region
Identify gaps and opportunities in coordination with partners, and activate resources to translate shared objectives into action
Synthesize GSD’s programs into clear, compelling presentations, proposals, and reports for public and private sector audiences which position GSD as a trusted, reliable, and respected partner in the humanitarian and development sectors
Identify and support the coordination of GSD’s partner engagement activities to promote the services of the organization, including philanthropic actions
Help facilitate internal GSD and external partner-focused communication, including updates on relationship development, engagement opportunities and outcomes, and annual impacts
Maintain Customer Relationship Management (CRM) records for partner portfolios and disseminate results and success stories for internal and external audiences
Prompt and action GSD’s core values of accountability, humility, and integrity in all work we conduct
Promote good stewardship of financial and other resources to achieve maximum benefit to those impacted by disaster or at risk of impact
Perform other duties as assigned