Country Representative - IGNITE

SUMMARY IGNITE (Inclusive Growth and Networks for Investment, Trade and Economic Linkages) is a six-year (2026–2031) technical assistance program funded by Global Affairs Canada and implemented by Catalyste+. The program supports governments and key stakeholders across Latin America to strengthen institutional capacity, improve enabling conditions for inclusive and sustainable economic growth, and foster trade, investment, and economic partnerships. Reporting to the Program Manager (PM) in Canada, the Country Representative (CR) for IGNITE will lead the implementation of the project strategy in country, aligned with program objectives, local priorities, and donor requirements. Depending on program needs and operational considerations, the CR may also provide support and coordination for a limited number of activities in the region, as part of the program portfolio. The CR must reside in their program country (El Salvador, Guatemala, Dominican Republic, Colombia). The CR will serve as IGNITE's primary in-country representative and relationship focal point, and will support the identification and development of partnership opportunities, coordinate technical assistance assignments, and ensure effective delivery of program activities and results. The CR will professionally steward the Catalyste+ brand and mission, maintain strong relationships with stakeholders throughout the partnership and assignment cycle, and contribute to the achievement of inclusive and sustainable economic development outcomes through institutional strengthening, capacity development, and knowledge transfer initiatives. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Program Management - Lead in-country stakeholder consultations to support the identification of priorities, opportunities, and technical assistance needs in alignment with program objectives and donor priorities. - Build and maintain productive working relationships with public institutions, regulatory bodies, private sector organizations, business associations, chambers of commerce, development partners, donors, Canadian missions, and other relevant stakeholders. - Lead assignment design, as guided by the Program Manager and in line with program strategies, ensuring assignments respond to partner needs and contribute to program outcomes. - Serve as the primary focal point for local partners throughout the assignment cycle, ensuring timely communication, coordination, problem resolution, and follow-up. - Contribute to the recruitment and deployment of appropriately skilled Catalyste+ Advisors (CAs) and consultants by providing contextual information, logistical support, and stakeholder coordination. - Support program implementation, stakeholder engagement, and coordination activities in designated secondary countries, as required. - Provide guidance to Advisors and consultants in developing work plans and implementing assignments, ensuring alignment with program objectives, local context, and Catalyste+ policies and procedures. - Oversee assignment logistics and provide support to Advisors during in-country assignments to ensure a productive and positive experience. - Apply Results-Based Management (RBM) principles through constructive collaboration with partners, stakeholders, Advisors, consultants, and Catalyste+ departments. - Ensure continuity and coherence across assignments by maintaining regular communication with partners, stakeholders, Advisors, consultants, and Catalyste+ staff. - Monitor relevant economic, institutional, policy, and development trends and communicate developments, risks, and opportunities relevant to the program. - Contribute to annual work plans, progress reports, donor reporting, and other program documentation as required. - Respond to ad hoc requests from the PM, the Program Director (PD) and other Catalyste+ departments in a timely manner. Partnership Development and Stakeholder Engagement - Develop and maintain strong relationships with diverse partners and stakeholders, identifyin…