iAlumbra Philanthropy - Program Officer (PO) Generalist

iAlumbra is an ecosystem of organizations committed to demonstrating and catalyzing models for economic growth that restore the environment, honor community, and advance health and prosperity. Our work spans ocean, land, and place, with a focus on how these systems intersect.

Grounded in Baja California Sur, iAlumbra co-creates solutions that blend science, community priorities, and investment strategies. Through partnerships and philanthropy, we scale practices that safeguard ecosystems, strengthen civic life, and improve quality of life.

THE ROLE

This role sits at the heart of iAlumbras philanthropic strategy. The Program Officer will manage a diverse portfolio of initiatives and partners across our four thematic areas:

• Ocean Vitality
• Land & Water Stewardship
• Sense of Place
• Resilient Communities

The Program Officer will serve as a trusted advisor and representative of the Foundation, leading grantmaking, advancing partnerships, and ensuring projects deliver tangible results. It is a strategic role for someone who thrives at the intersection of research, community collaboration, and philanthropy. This is more than a program management role. Its an opportunity to strengthen civic life, support local leaders, and connect Baja California Surs experience to broader global networks of learning and change.

WHY THIS ROLE IS A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY 

Few positions offer the breadth of scope and impact as this Program Officer role. It combines:

• Strategic Philanthropy shaping initiatives that move beyond funding to long-term systems change.
• Community Partnership working hand-in-hand with grantees, grassroots organizations, and technical experts.
• Regional Relevance, Global Reach grounded in Baja California Sur, with lessons and practices designed to scale internationally.

For an experienced professional seeking to contribute to environmental stewardship and community prosperity, this role provides a platform where vision meets action.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

You are a strategic, entrepreneurial, and self-directed professional with deep experience in philanthropy and social impact. You bring:

• 7+ years of professional experience that includes philanthropy, social entrepreneurship, or impact investing in Latin America.
• Proven ability to analyze, synthesize and communicate qualitative data.
• Experience acting as a trusted advisor to clients, colleagues, and partners.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in both English and Spanish.
• Adaptive mindset and flexible disposition with a capacity to work in evolving contexts.
• Creative problem-solver with intellectual curiosity and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills, including experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of financial and accounting principles, including the ability to review organizational budgets and financial statements.
• Experience developing, managing, and evaluating grants and grantees.
  

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal Program Officer is more than an experienced professional, they are a strategic thinker, a team player and relationship builder who thrives in complex, evolving contexts. They bring an entrepreneurial spirit to philanthropy, approaching challenges with curiosity, rigor, and creativity.

They are equally comfortable in boardrooms and community meetings, able to translate between diverse perspectives and build trust with partners at every level. With deep roots or strong experience in Latin America, and ideally familiarity with Baja California Sur, they understand the importance of locally grounded solutions that can inform global practice.

They balance analytical skills with empathy, working collaboratively and as a true team player, bringing both discipline in managing grants and adaptability to support dynamic, community-driven initiatives.

LOCATION

Based in La Paz, Baja California Sur.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Grantmaking and Partnership Development

• Lead the development, execution, and management of grants and contracts, including due diligence on organizations and leadership, defining grant terms and expectations, and setting measurable outputs and outcomes.
• Conduct site visits, review budgets, monitor operations, and ensure timely reporting and payments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with partners, grantees, and collaborators aligned with the Foundations strategic priorities.

Research and Strategy

• Conduct research in targeted issue areas identified by the Principal and team, refining strategies and developing goals for impact.
• Identify outstanding needs, gaps, and optimal partners for
  support.
• Serve as a resource on philanthropic best practices,
  foundation administration, and emerging trends in the field.

Project Implementation and Internal Collaboration

• Collaborate with colleagues across departments (including HR, Legal, Finance, and Operations) to provide coordinated support for philanthropic initiatives.
• Effectively manage workflow and communication across multiple projects.
• Lead or contribute to other strategic projects and assignments as requested by the team or Foundation leadership.

Impact Measurement and Evaluation

• Define and track key metrics to measure and monitor project impact at both the partner and initiative levels.
• Develop mechanisms for adaptive learning and mid-course corrections based on results.

HOW TO APPLY

HRIC Executive Search has been exclusively retained by iAlumbra Philanthropy to lead this recruitment process. If this opportunity resonates with you and aligns with your experience, we'd love to hear from you!

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter (in Word format) applying here!

Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, 19th November 2025.

iAlumbra Philanthropy is an equal opportunity employer. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews with the selection committee by late October.

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