Starting date: January 2025
Workplace: Zona 10 (On Site)
Salary: GTQ 26,000 + local benefits (law bonus, Xmas bonus, 14th bonus)
Only national candidates or candidates with work permit are being considered.

HIAS seeks to recruit an Economic Inclusion Specialist who will oversee the overall implementation of the project “Catalyzing Self-Reliance for Refugees” which will be implemented in Honduras, Guatemala and Guyana and will aim at promoting income-generating activities for vulnerable refugees, migrants, and host communities. The Economic Inclusion Specialist will be responsible for leading project cycle management, proposal development and program strategy – ensuring the successful implementation and completion of all activities with a market based, evidence-based and results-oriented approach.

Reporting to HIAS Guatemala’s Program Manager and working closely with the Economic Inclusion Technical Advisor, EI Coordinator for LAC, and Assistant Program Director for LAC, the position will be a conduit for translating global standards and change initiatives to the field.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Oversee the overall implementation of the project “Catalyzing Self-Reliance for Refugees” that will be implemented in Honduras, Guatemala and Guyana ensuring timely and effective completion.

• Provide leadership and technical guidance for HIAS Guatemala’s Economic Inclusion programs.

• Develop and monitor market and evidence-based economic inclusion programs in line with HIAS’ refugee rights impact framework.

• Develop partnership agreements with local actors and regional key stakeholders for implementation of economic inclusion programs, particularly but not exclusively focusing on women´s empowerment, youth labor insertion, economic inclusion for LGBTIQ+ and for people with disabilities and both urban and rural environments.

• Design and support the implementation of employer outreach strategies and engagement with corporate social responsibility partners, according to the agency standards.

• Ensure that programming reflects needs and protection priorities.

• Collaborate in the design and coordination of research efforts, that include market assessments, feasibility studies, research & learning briefs and other tools to support evidence-based programs.

• Provide capacity building through the development of Communities of Practice/Workshops for the project to support and development of training materials.

• Regularly monitor and report on economic inclusion programming, identifying capacity gaps and designing appropriate interventions.

• Oversee data collection, storage and analysis for reporting to generate lessons learned.

• Use key lessons from data and other sources to drive adaptations and pivots in program implementation to ensure that programs are constantly meeting identified needs and are set up to succeed.

• Work with regional MEAL and communications staff to communicate the impact of economic inclusion programming.

• Contribute to HIAS’ advocacy to ensure public policy and legal frameworks that permit refugees, migrants and IDPs the right work and access to markets and assets (including access to credit and markets, education, and certification).

• Participate in national coordination working groups related to economic inclusion, Cash based Initiatives and livelihoods.

• Contribute to the development of concept notes, and fundraising proposals as needed.

• Coordinate all reports and follow ups from the donor.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in economics, Social Sciences, International development, or other relevant fields.

• Graduate degree in relevant field strongly preferred.

• 3+ years designing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating economic inclusion programs for vulnerable population. Preferable experience within a refugee, forced displacement, or humanitarian context in Central America and/or the Caribbean.

• 2+ years of field-based experience, desirable experience working with different contexts in Central America and/or the Caribbean.

• Experience designing and implementing economic inclusion, including cash-based interventions, with expertise in gender and other protection implications.

• Successful experience designing and implementing innovative economic inclusion programming, including in areas of income generation, group savings and loans, vocational skills training, seed funding, employer outreach and engagement with corporate social responsibility partners and community work.

• Experience in developing and implementing economic inclusion programs with a gender lens.

• Experience preparing successful funding proposals and reports for donors.

• Collaborative, flexible team player with the ability to think creatively, logically, and critically about solutions to gaps in economic inclusion programming.

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, including the ability to regularly communicate with, motivate and support field-based staff as well as effectively communicate key program achievements and operational challenges.

• Skills in managing intercultural communication spaces, conflict resolution strategies and teamwork.

• Fluent in Spanish and fluent in English.

• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills required.

• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time

• Have the right to work in Guatemala (optional)

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required or permanent location. Location is subject to change based on programmatic needs. Flexibility is essential as we grow and develop. The successful candidate must be comfortable in a fast-paced, changing work environment with many crucial deadlines. All team members may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours of responsibilities as needed.

SAMPLE HIRING PROCESS:?

We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process, and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not moving forward. Here’s a snapshot of our hiring process:?

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Step 1: Submit your application!?

Step 2: Phone screen with a Human Resources staff person.?

Step 3: Interview with the hiring manager.?

Step 4: Interview with a panel of HIAS employees.?

Step 5: Reference check.?

Step 6: Offer and background check.?

Step 7: Start your professional journey with HIAS!?

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Note: Some of our hiring processes may vary, and not all candidates will advance to each step.?

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ABOUT US:?

Over one hundred years ago, the Jewish community founded HIAS (originally the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) in New York City, the immigrant gateway to America. Supporting Jews fleeing persecution and poverty in Eastern Europe, our founders were guided by the traditions, texts and history of the Jewish people—a history of oppression, displacement and diaspora. HIAS has since helped generations of Jews facing violence because of who they were, and HIAS remains committed to helping Jewish refugees anywhere in the world. Today, our clients at HIAS come from diverse faiths, ethnicities and backgrounds, as do our staff. We bring our experience, history and values to our work across five continents, ensuring that refugees today receive the vital services and opportunities they need to thrive.?

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HIAS is a learning community, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do our work with integrity, accountability, transparency and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. We seek employees from diverse backgrounds and life experiences to join our teams located in the United States and across the globe. People who identify as BIPOC, people with disabilities, people from the LGBTQ+ community and people with lived experiences of forced displacement or immigration are all encouraged to apply. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our vision, mission and values.?

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VISION:?

HIAS stands for a world in which refugees find welcome, safety and opportunity.?

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MISSION:?

Drawing on our Jewish values and history, HIAS provides vital services to refugees and asylum seekers around the world and advocates for their fundamental rights so they can rebuild their lives.?

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VALUES:?

Welcome • Acogimiento • Hospitalité • ????? ?????? (Hachnasat Orchim)?

We Welcome the Stranger?

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Justice • Justicia • Justice • ??? (Tzedek)?

We Pursue Justice?

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Empathy • Empatía • Empathie • ??? (Chesed)?

We Approach our Clients with Empathy?

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Partnership • Compañerismo • Coopération • ?????? (Chevruta)?

We Believe in Changing the World through Partnership?

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Courage • Coraje • Courage • ???? (Ometz)?

We Act with Courage to Build a Better World?

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Resilience • Resiliencia • Résilience • ??? (Ruach)?

We Adapt and Thrive, Continuously Demonstrating our Resilience?

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DIVERSITY:?

HIAS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic background, ancestry, citizenship status, religious creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, military status, protected veteran status, political orientation or other legally protected status.?

SAFEGUARDING:

HIAS is committed to the protection of children, vulnerable adults and any other person from any harm caused directly or indirectly due to their coming into contact with HIAS. We will not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse or any form of child abuse or neglect by our staff or associated personnel. Any candidate offered a job with HIAS will be expected to sign and adhere to HIAS’ Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records. HIAS also participates in the?Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. Likewise, HIAS will share this information when other organizations inquire about current and former HIAS staff as part of their recruitment process. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.