Product Owner
GridUnity
Job Level
Lead
About the role
- Define and execute the 2026-2027 strategy focused on financial sustainability and scaling high-impact programs
- Strengthen governance and institutional credibility; collaborate with the Board of Directors and provide quarterly strategic updates
- Establish a selection committee to streamline hiring and strategic decisions
- Design, implement, and scale programs such as the Bogotá Employability Program and La Neta
- Implement Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) frameworks to measure outcomes and support data-driven decisions
- Build and maintain strategic partnerships with corporations, foundations, community organizations, and international agencies
- Lead fundraising efforts, including proposal development, donor acquisition, and management, to double the annual budget (~$125,000)
- Represent Plan País at high-level events and in the media to enhance visibility and support
- Manage a team of four consultants in Colombia; oversee recruitment, onboarding, and performance management
- Ensure compliance with Colombian nonprofit regulations and establish a local legal entity
- Oversee operational functions and foster an inclusive, innovative organizational culture aligned with the mission
Requirements
- University degree in social sciences, business administration, international relations, political science, economics, law, or related fields
- Preferably a postgraduate degree (master’s or equivalent) in nonprofit management, international development, public policy, or related areas
- 6+ years in program management and/or leadership in nonprofit organizations
- Experience developing strategic partnerships and fundraising, ideally with international donors
- Track record designing and managing employability, education, or youth leadership programs in Latin America
- Prior experience with migrant communities or integration contexts, preferably the Venezuelan diaspora
- Demonstrated ability to manage small teams and budgets (~$125,000 annually) with transparency and efficiency
- Knowledge of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) frameworks
- Understanding of regulations for nonprofit organizations in Colombia and global best practices
- Experience in fundraising, including proposal writing and donor management
- Bilingual in Spanish and English (spoken and written) with advanced communication and presentation skills
- Proficiency in project management tools (Trello, Asana), Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and data analysis platforms (advanced Excel, Power BI, or similar)
- Availability to be based in Bogotá or willing to relocate; availability for regional travel (~10-15%)
