About PADF

The Pan American Development Foundation (PADF) believes in creating a hemisphere of opportunity, for all. We work across Latin America and the Caribbean to make our region stronger—more healthy, peaceful, just, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable for current and future generations. For over 60 years, we have served the most vulnerable communities, investing resources throughout the hemisphere. We partner with and enable civil society, governments, and the private sector for the greater good of the region.

Position Overview

PADF seeks a full-time Project Director for an upcoming U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) Project in Chile. This project will address unfair labor practices and reduce labor-related risks within critical minerals supply chains through technical guidance, policy development, and regulatory enforcement, thereby helping to level the playing field for American workers and businesses.

The Project Director should have a background in labor law, labor rights, human rights, or related areas, alongside demonstrated experience in critical minerals,



integral supply chains, and mining-sector dynamics. The selected individual will lead a diverse team of technical specialists and partners in Chile to strengthen labor standards, enforce compliance, and build sustainable, ethical supply chains in alignment with regional and U.S. critical mineral initiatives. The Project Director will be based in Santiago, Chile. This position is contingent on funding. Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish is required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead project activities according to the approved work plan and in consultation with USDOL and key stakeholders.
- Liaise with USDOL; national, state, and local governments; and target populations, bringing in and leveraging stakeholders to support project activities as required.
- Maintain working relationships with all project stakeholders (including government, civil society, academia, and employe

📌 Project Director, USDOL, Chile (Santiago)
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