Regional Operations Manager – Latin America

About the role

The Regional Operations Manager will provide strategic leadership for all operational activities across the Latin America region. Reporting to senior leadership, the role oversees a workforce of 500+ staff and a budget exceeding $90 million, driving operational excellence and high‑performance culture.

Key responsibilities

• Design, implement and monitor operational plans, ensuring alignment with regional strategic priorities.
• Lead and coordinate functions such as Operations, Contracts, Asset & Facilities Management, and Office Safety.
• Oversee procurement, sustainability initiatives and compliance with data, record‑management and youth‑safety programs.
• Develop and present accurate financial reports, forecasts and budget analyses to board members and business unit directors.
• Negotiate complex agreements and ensure adherence to Conservancy policies, GAAP and financial standards.
• Foster partnerships with staff, donors, trustees, vendors, public agencies and professional advisors.
• Drive the creation, adoption and continuous improvement of administrative systems, guidelines and processes.

Required profile

• Proven experience managing large, multi‑site operations and sizable budgets.
• Strong analytical ability to evaluate alternatives, project outcomes and implement solutions.
• Excellent judgment and independence in solving complex financial and operational problems.
• Effective communication and stakeholder‑management skills across diverse cultural contexts.

Required skills