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Network Development Associate – Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC)
Organisation: HelpAge International
Location: Remote, within Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC)
Department: Network Development
Contract Type: Open-ended
Reports To: Network Platform Manager
Grade: UK Salary Grade A or equivalent based on location
Closing Date: 8 November 2025
About HelpAge International
HelpAge International is a global network of approximately 200 organisations across 99 countries, all united by one mission — to promote the rights of older people to live dignified, healthy, and secure lives. Through advocacy, research, and partnerships, HelpAge works to ensure that ageing populations are not left behind in development and humanitarian responses.
The organisation’s global reach and evidence-based approach make it a leader in influencing policy, strengthening civil society networks, and ensuring that the voices of older people are heard at every level of decision-making.
Role Overview
The Network Development Associate – LAC will play a vital role in strengthening collaboration, communication, and engagement across HelpAge’s network members in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Reporting to the Network Platform Manager, this role supports the coordination of member activities, knowledge exchange, and digital communication across the region. The successful candidate will work closely with regional advisers, global advocacy teams, and network partners to enhance collaboration and visibility within the HelpAge global network.
Key Responsibilities
1. Network Engagement and Communication Support
- Strengthen communication and coordination between HelpAge International and its regional network members.
- Collaborate with the Network Platform Manager, Regional Advisers, and Global Advocacy Advisers to enhance engagement across the LAC region.
- Facilitate knowledge sharing, peer learning, and collaboration through digital platforms, webinars, and regional events.
- Support the management of the HelpAge Platform, providing administrative and technical support for access, updates, and content management.
2. Administrative and Coordination Support
- Support member applications, onboarding, and partnership assessments, ensuring smooth integration into the HelpAge network.
- Assist in localisation and capacity-strengthening initiatives, including mapping member capacities and documenting progress.
- Maintain accurate records of member information and engagement activities using HelpAge Connect.
- Coordinate logistics for regional meetings, workshops, and seminars, including communication with participants and venue arrangements.
Skills and Experience Required
Essential
- Proven experience in network coordination, partnership engagement, or administrative support, preferably in an international development or civil society setting.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Spanish and English.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
- Competence in digital collaboration tools and online platforms.
- Experience supporting online events, webinars, and digital knowledge-sharing initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively across multicultural teams.
Desirable
- Knowledge of international development, human rights, or issues related to ageing and inclusion.
- Experience in social media management, content creation, and newsletter production.
- Familiarity with tools such as Canva, WordPress, and Mailchimp.
- Basic design and digital editing skills.
- Experience providing basic platform user support and troubleshooting.
Qualifications
- A degree or diploma in Communications, International Development, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- Equivalent professional experience may be considered.
Key Competencies
- Collaboration: Builds trust-based relationships with partners, fostering shared learning and joint impact.
- Adaptability: Responds positively to changing priorities and new challenges, using feedback to improve continuously.
- Change Facilitation: Promotes inclusive, respectful environments that encourage engagement and innovation.
- Diversity and Inclusion: Ensures the voices of older people and marginalised groups are central to all activities.
- Organisational Excellence: Demonstrates high standards of professionalism, accountability, and teamwork
Additional Information
- Candidates must be based in Latin America or the Caribbean and willing to work across multiple time zones.
- The position is open-ended, offering long-term engagement within HelpAge’s growing network team.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to:
- Visit www.helpage.org to review the full job description.
- Submit a cover letter and CV via email to Jobs@helpage.org.
- Applications must be received no later than Saturday, 8 November 2025.
