The following position was posted May 26, 2010:

Chief Operating Officer

This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated professional to assume a pivotal role in the evolution of a fast-growing, highly respected organization. We are seeking an individual of outstanding quality with a respected track record. For further details see the full posting.

Location
Cusco, Peru.

Responsibilities
Reporting to the board of directors, the COO will oversee all internal operations of the organization and will:

Ensure implementation of the organization’s board-developed five-year strategic plan:
Lead and manage ACA’s senior staff in developing best practices for financial management administration and program coordination.

Key Qualifications
A successful candidate will have had high-level management experience with a non-profit organization or business. Additional requirements are:

Ability to communicate fluently in both English and Spanish.
Willingness to be based in Peru and to travel extensively.
An understanding of finance and accounting systems; experience with the full range of business functions and systems, budgeting, finance, information systems.
Solid educational background—undergraduate degree required; MBA or similar advanced degree is helpful, but a track record of experience at managing an organization is most important.

Compensation
ACA is prepared to offer an attractive compensation package, including a competitive base salary as well as health, 401(k), and vacation benefits.

Please email your cover letter and resume to with "COO" in the subject line.

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Steven Panfil on an ACA expedition. Photo: Raechel Running