Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Engagement Manager for a education, governance consultancy assignment financed by CAF - Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean in Ecuador.
Aninver Development Partners is seeking an Engagement Manager for an upcoming consulting initiative funded by CAF - Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean in Ecuador. The project focuses on strengthening public governance and education through the development and implementation of a specialized diploma program in financial management and local investment project management for municipal officials and specialized professionals.
The selected Engagement Manager will play a crucial leadership role in coordinating project activities, overseeing stakeholder engagement, and ensuring the successful delivery of educational and capacity-building components. This expert will work closely with local academic institutions, public entities, and international stakeholders to drive sustainable territorial development and institutional strengthening across the country.
Aninver is preparing a proposal for this assignment. The selected expert will be part of the proposed team; the engagement is conditional on the contract being awarded to Aninver. The full Terms of Reference for the position are shared with shortlisted candidates.
Objectives of the assignment
- Plan and coordinate the methodological and operational delivery of the educational program.
- Support the academic and instructional design of the blended-learning diploma in fiscal and public investment management.
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement and strategic partnerships with local universities and educational centers in Ecuador.
- Oversee capacity-building activities and ensure the integration of social and environmental sustainability criteria.
Scope of work
- Develop the methodological and operational planning for the advisory services.
- Support the academic, curricular, pedagogical, and instructional design of the diploma program in a blended format.
- Define admission and graduation profiles, learning modules, methodologies, and evaluation systems.
- Coordinate the production of technical and didactic materials, case studies, evaluation instruments, and multimedia resources.
- Identify, map, and evaluate potential allied universities or educational centers in Ecuador.
- Support instructor and tutor training and accompany the launch of the first academic cohort.
Your role as Engagement Manager
- Manage overall client engagement and relations with CAF and national stakeholders in Ecuador.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary expert teams to ensure high-quality deliverables within the 12-month timeframe.
- Oversee the operational planning and execution of capacity-building and educational programs.
- Facilitate articulation mechanisms with prioritized academic institutions for joint diploma delivery.
- Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure alignment with institutional policies and sustainability criteria.
- Support reporting activities and knowledge management outputs throughout the engagement.
Requirements
- Professional background related to public management, territorial development, fiscal management, public investment, or project management.
- Demonstrated experience in managing similar training programs, professional education, or institutional strengthening initiatives.
- Strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills within the Latin American context.
- Fluency in Spanish is strictly required.
Desirable
- Prior experience working with multilateral development banks, particularly CAF.
- Familiarity with the educational and governance sectors in Ecuador.
An experienced Engagement Manager with a strong background in public management, capacity building, and stakeholder coordination, fluent in Spanish and ready to drive educational initiatives in Ecuador.
Assignment details
- Location: Ecuador
- Financed by: CAF - Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean
- Sector: Education, governance
- Estimated duration: 12 months
- Contract: individual consultancy (conditional on award)
About Aninver Development Partners
Aninver is an international development consulting firm headquartered in Spain. It supports governments, development banks, UN agencies and bilateral donors with feasibility studies, technical assistance, evaluations and capacity building across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, working with a network of international and national experts.
Why apply
- Join a multidisciplinary team on a CAF - Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean-financed project in Ecuador.
- Individual consultancy: flexible, output-based engagement with an experienced proposal team.
- Your CV stays in Aninver's expert network for future assignments that match your profile.
How to apply
Sign in (or create a free account) and upload your CV in English. Add your LinkedIn profile, indicative daily rate and availability to speed up the assessment. Aninver will contact the shortlisted candidates.
Frequently asked questions
Is the position confirmed? The engagement depends on the contract being awarded to Aninver. Shortlisted experts are included in the proposal with their consent.
Can I apply if I am not based in the country? Yes, unless the requirements say otherwise; relevant regional experience is an asset.
What happens with my CV? It is used to assess your fit for this and future positions and is not shared with third parties without your consent.
