Global Americans is committed to the development of young professionals aspiring to a career focused on Latin America and the Caribbean.
Internships
We are no longer accepting applications for our fall 2022 internship program.
Full-Time Positions
Deputy Director, Global Americans
Global Americans seeks a Deputy Director who will help shape and implement the organization’s programming in the U.S.-Latin America policy space.
Working remotely, or preferably in Washington D.C., the Deputy Director will have the opportunity to lead a number of Global Americans’ new projects in the region, in partnership with Global Americans’ network of civil society organizations and contributors across Latin America and the Caribbean. Working with the Global Americans team, the Deputy Director will organize events, activities, and other engagements designed to move the policy debate in the Americas. In addition, the Deputy Director will have the opportunity to take on a wide range of other projects of interest, including publishing and public speaking opportunities.
Ideal candidates will have exceptional interpersonal skills and a deep interest in Western Hemisphere affairs, particularly U.S.-Latin America relations. Ideal candidates will have a graduate degree or a bachelor’s degree with equivalent work experience. The successful candidate will be highly organized, motivated, detail-oriented, creative, strategic, professional, and able to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines. Excellent writing, analytical, and research skills are essential. Written and oral proficiency in English and Spanish, and experience in and knowledge of fund development or grant writing are all preferred. Audio editing skills are a plus. Salary will be determined commensurate with experience.
Background
Global Americans is a modern day take on the traditional think tank. Through its website, Global Americans provides up-to-date research and analysis on key issues affecting Latin America and the Caribbean. Its aim is to provide policymakers, academics, and Latin America enthusiasts with the tools they need to promote a stronger, more prosperous relationship between Latin America and the United States.
Qualifications
- Interest in foreign policy, national security, and human rights work, with a particular willingness to innovate and think creatively about the field and the actors in it.
- Exceptional writing skills, with impressive attention to detail and an eye for nuanced analyses.
- A demonstrated record of successfully implementing and executing medium- and longterm development plans.
- Ability and willingness to sometimes work irregular hours and travel to the region, as needed.
- A sense of humor and an ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and partners across the region.
- Enthusiasm for working in an organization with a culture of respect, empowerment, and inclusion.
Please email resume, cover letter, and writing sample to gmentel@theglobalamericans.org, with the subject heading Deputy Director Position.
Global Americans is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Internships are educational opportunities meant to benefit the intern. Interns work under staff supervision and offers for internships are not guarantees or suggestions of employment after an internship term is over.