Job Title: Architect of Cooperation Caribbean
Reports to: MA Support & Development Director
Location: Trinidad & Tobago IPPF ACRO Office
Contract Type: Full-Time (Permanent- with a 6-month probation period)
All applicants must already be legally allowed to live and work in Trinidad and Tobago
Role Purpose:
Enable the growth and development of Member Associations (MAs) and Collaborative Partners (CPs) in the Caribbean region, with a focus on gender equality, diversity, and humanitarian acute response. Guide the integration of new MAs and CPs in order to shape inclusive and resilient partnerships that advance sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR).
Context of Role:
Operating within the MA Support & Development Division, this role reports to the Team Leader Architect of Cooperation Caribbean. It functions as part of the global Architects of Cooperation (AoC) community, coordinating with regional and global teams to facilitate effective support to MAs and CPs. The role encompasses programmatic and financial oversight, youth engagement affiliates and strategic collaboration across IPPF’s Secretariat and Federation, with a portfolio of different Caribbean country affiliates.
Deliverables:
- Enable effective professional relationships with MAs and CPs to align support with strategic development goals.
- Define country and MA/CP profiles capturing capacities, contexts, and strategic positioning to prioritise tailored support and guide accreditation processes.
- Facilitate adaptation of global tools and frameworks for MA/CP use to enable sectoral advancement and contextual relevance.
- Enable youth engagement strategies across the Federation by supporting the Youth Network Officer’s efforts to guide and prioritise youth participation within affiliates and the regional youth network.
- Consult with MAs/CPs to incorporate donor requirements and learning into business planning cycles and enable high-quality reporting.
- Coordinate contract management for core and project funding under US$1 million to enable compliance, financial transparency, and incident response when required.
- Encourage collaboration among MAs/CPs to prioritise shared outcomes, specialisations, and regional learning.
Reporting/Management Responsibility:
- None
Key Skills/Expertise:
- Fluency in English (C1) and Spanish (A2).
- Experience advising on and strengthening organisational systems and processes.
- Understanding of political, economic, social, legal and environmental contexts in the region.
- Knowledge of the Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) and humanitarian coordination mechanisms.
- Demonstrated project management, planning and organisational skills.
- Analytical ability to interpret and communicate complex information effectively.
- Experience in preparing proposals and funding plans.
- Ability to read and interpret financial and audit reports.
Desirable skills:
- Strong influencing and adaptability skills.
- Excellent IT and information management capabilities.
Why Join Us?
IPPF offers meaningful work, an inspiring environment, professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of individuals and communities around the world. Working for IPPF offers a compelling value proposition.
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