Ecuador Program Manager

The Tandana Foundation
Spring Valley, OH

The mission of The Tandana Foundation (TTF) is: “To support the achievement of community goals and address global inequalities through caring intercultural relationships that embody mutual respect and responsibility.”

The Tandana Foundation is looking for a mission-driven person to lead our programs near Otavalo, Ecuador. The Ecuador Program Manager (EPM) will manage a diverse team of 5+, and lead Tandana’s work in Ecuador by developing strong relationships with a variety of community partners and other stakeholders. The EPM will maintain clear, transparent, and compelling communication both within the organization, and with partners. We are especially looking for someone who identifies strongly with our mission and who is excited to make a long-term commitment to both our organization and to the people we serve in the Otavalo region.

The position will remain open until we find the right person. Start date is negotiable.

Responsibilities

· Lead, motivate and supervise the Ecuador team

· Oversee volunteer programs and community initiatives, including the scholarship program, the public health program, and various community projects

· Maintain and develop relationships with many stakeholders, including community members, volunteers, government entities, and others

· Keep records, provide material for communications and promotions, manage funds carefully, and take responsibility for Ecuador operations

A successful candidate must have:

· Passion for Tandana’ mission and for fostering positive relationships

· Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to develop rapport with people from many different backgrounds

· A strong track record of responsibility and ownership as a leader

· Excellent oral communication skills in Spanish

· Professional oral communication skills in English

· Familiarity with and respect for the cultures of Otavalo and the United States

· Conflict resolution and customer service skills

· Flexibility and the ability to transition quickly between many kinds of tasks

In addition, it is beneficial but not required for a candidate to have:

· Working oral communication skills in Kichwa

· Strong written communication skills

· Two or more years’ experience managing teams

· Strong administrative skills

· Wilderness First Aid Certification

Benefits


· Salary Range of $22,000-$30,000 annually ($1,833 – $2,500 monthly), commensurate with experience

· Health & Dental Insurance as provided by our current insurance carrier

· Somewhat flexible work hours and locations

· Two weeks paid vacation and 13 paid holidays per year

· Access to a professional development budget

· Work expenses

· Social security and required benefits

To Apply

Please send a resume and cover letter to Aaron DiMartino at info [at] tandanafoundation.org.

Subdirector de Programas en Ecuador – La Fundación Tandana

La misión de la Fundación Tandana (TTF) es: “Apoyar el logro de los objetivos de la comunidad y abordar las desigualdades mundiales a través de relaciones interculturales que personifican respeto mutuo y responsabilidad.”

La Fundación Tandana está buscando una persona impulsada por la misión para dirigir nuestros programas cerca de Otavalo, Ecuador. El Gerente del Programa de Ecuador (EPM) administrará un equipo diverso de 5+ y dirigirá el trabajo de Tandana en Ecuador mediante el desarrollo de relaciones sólidas con una variedad de socios comunitarios y otras partes interesadas. El EPM mantendrá una comunicación clara, transparente y convincente tanto dentro de la organización como con los socios. Buscamos especialmente a alguien que se identifique fuertemente con nuestra misión y que esté emocionado de hacer un compromiso a largo plazo tanto con nuestra organización como con las personas a las que servimos en la región de Otavalo.

El puesto permanecerá abierto hasta que encontremos a la persona adecuada. La fecha de inicio es negociable.

Responsabilidades:

• Liderar, motivar y supervisar al equipo de Ecuador

• Supervisar programas de voluntariado e iniciativas comunitarias, incluido el programa de becas, el programa de salud pública y varios proyectos comunitarios.

• Mantener y desarrollar relaciones con muchas partes interesadas, incluidos miembros de la comunidad, voluntarios, entidades gubernamentales y otros.

• Mantenga registros, proporcione material para comunicaciones y promociones, administre los fondos con cuidado y asuma la responsabilidad de las operaciones de Ecuador

Un candidato/a exitoso debe tener:

• Pasión por la misión de Tandana y por fomentar relaciones positivas

• Excelentes habilidades interpersonales y la capacidad de desarrollar una relación con personas de diferentes orígenes.

• Un sólido historial de responsabilidad y propiedad como líder

• Excelentes habilidades de comunicación oral en español

• Habilidades profesionales de comunicación oral en inglés.

• Familiaridad y respeto por las culturas de Otavalo y Estados Unidos.

• Habilidades de resolución de conflictos y servicio al cliente

• Flexibilidad y la capacidad de realizar una transición rápida entre muchos tipos de tareas.

Además, es beneficioso, pero no obligatorio que un candidato tenga:

• Las habilidades de comunicación oral en kichwa

• Fuertes habilidades de comunicación escrita

• Dos o más años de experiencia en la gestión de equipos.

• Fuertes habilidades administrativas

• Certificación de primeros auxilios en zonas silvestres

Beneficios

• Rango de salario de $22,000 a $30,000 anuales ($ 1,833 - $ 2,500 mensuales), acorde con la experiencia

• Seguro médico y dental proporcionado por nuestra compañía de seguros actual

• Horarios y lugares de trabajo algo flexibles

• Dos semanas de vacaciones pagadas y 13 feriados pagados por año

• Acceso a un presupuesto de desarrollo profesional

• Gastos laborales

• Seguridad social y beneficios requeridos

Aplicar

Envíe un currículum vitae y una carta de presentación a Aaron DiMartino a info [at] tandanafoundation.org.

Posted 2026-01-29

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