Regional Human Resources Manager - Americas

Panthera•San Pedro, DC

2d•$80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Regional Human Resources Manager – Americas to support our growing conservation efforts across North, Central, and South America. This role is instrumental in ensuring our people, culture, and HR practices align with our mission and values. The Regional Human Resources Manager will partner with leadership and field teams to deliver strategic HR support, foster an inclusive and collaborative culture, and ensure compliance across multiple countries. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish, both verbally and in writing, in professional and business environments. Applicants need to have legal work authorization in United States or Costa Rica. Panthera currently operates within the following states: California, Colorado, District of Colombia, Florida, Massachusetts, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia and Washington.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred)
5–8+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a non-profit, NGO, or mission-driven environment
Experience supporting multi-country teams across the Americas
Knowledge of employment laws and HR practices in the U.S. and Latin America
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish, both verbally and in writing, in professional and business environments.
Applicants need to have legal work authorization in United States or Costa Rica.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in conservation, environmental, or international development organizations
SHRM or other HR certification and/or a relevant degree a plus
Experience supporting field-based or remote teams in challenging environments
Strong work ethic coupled with enthusiastic and passionate approach to one’s work
High degree of professionalism and integrity; the ability to manage difficult situations with tact and diplomacy
Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time to support business needs, including meetings and organizational events.

Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic HR partner to directors and regional teams supporting conservation programs
Align HR initiatives with the organization’s mission, values, and long-term conservation goals
Support leaders in building engaged, high-performing teams across diverse environments, including field operations
Promote a mission-driven, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture
Provide guidance on employee relations matters with sensitivity to cultural and regional differences
Lead initiatives that support employee well-being, engagement, and retention
Handle employee coaching, conflict resolution, and performance-related matters.
Coordinate professional development opportunities
Ensure organizational compliance with all local, state and country employment requirements, including annual training courses
Manage HR operations across the Americas, including onboarding, offboarding, and HR systems
Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations in the U.S., Latin America, Canada, and other regional jurisdictions
Maintain handbook and adapt HR policies for global consistency with local relevance
Maintain compliance with all legal requirements and HR best practices, with a proactive eye on reducing organizational risk.
Own and manage HR information system (HRIS), including data integrity, reporting, and system enhancements
Partner with hiring managers to recruit diverse talent aligned with conservation values
Support workforce planning for programmatic and field-based roles
Implement learning and development initiatives to strengthen leadership and technical capabilities
Oversee Regions benefits administration & payroll, including annual open enrollment, leave management, and retirement plans
Assist in developing equitable and competitive compensation structures within a non-profit framework
Manage benefits programs appropriate for multi-country staff
Support grant-funded staffing structures and ensure compliance with donor requirements where applicable
Partners with operations staff to ensure payroll and other benefits are processed in a timely and accurate manner.
Act as a key liaison between global HQ and regional teams
Facilitate communication and collaboration across multiple countries and cultures
Support change management initiatives in a dynamic, mission-driven environment