Architect of Cooperation Caribbean

Permanent employee, Full-time · Trinidad & Tobago

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.

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).

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.

Essential Skills

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.

All applicants must already be legally allowed to live and work in Trinidad and Tobago.

Desirable Skills

Strong influencing and adaptability skills.
Excellent IT and information management capabilities.

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About us

IPPF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees, volunteers, contractors and partners to share this commitment. Anyone employed with IPPF agrees to sign and adhere to IPPF’s Code of Conduct and Safeguarding (Children and Vulnerable Adults) Policy.

IPPF is a global movement delivering sexual and reproductive health services and rights. We are a diverse, feminist, and values-driven workplace - multi-national, multi-cultural, multi-racial, multi-lingual, and intergenerational.

We are an equal opportunities employer and appoint on merit through open competition. We actively encourage applications from people with lived experience and from the communities we serve, especially those from marginalised groups.

WHY JOIN IPPF?

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:
Mission-Driven Organization: IPPF is a globally recognized leader. By joining IPPF, you become part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering individuals and communities, advancing gender equality, and improving access to comprehensive healthcare services.
Bringing Positive Change: IPPF brings positive change to the lives of millions of people worldwide. Reducing maternal mortality, preventing unintended pregnancies, combating gender-based violence, promoting comprehensive sexuality education, and advocating for the realization of sexual and reproductive health, rights and justice for all, and especially marginalized people.
Global Reach and Influence: IPPF works across all continents, providing a unique opportunity to work on a global scale to shape change and implement innovative approaches to combat racism.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: IPPF is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of its work. You will play a crucial role in building an inclusive and equitable organization that respects and values individuals’ backgrounds, experiences, and identities.

YOUR ETHOS

Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to safeguarding in a local and international context.
Demonstrates ability and willingness to work in a diverse, multicultural, multilingual and intergenerational environment that is anti-racist and respectful of others.
An intersectional (pro) feminist passionate about sexual reproductive health care rights + justice, including safe abortion.
Supportive of people’s rights regardless of sexuality or gender identity/expression and supportive of workers’ rights and access to health care in sex work.

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