Senior Mining Program Manager - Central America

About the job Program Manager with a solid background in the mining industry to lead and coordinate strategic initiatives in Central America. The role oversees the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple interrelated mining projects: spanning exploration, development, operations readiness, stakeholder engagement, institutional relations and also ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, regulatory requirements, and local community expectations. Responsibilities Lead end-to-end program management for mining initiatives in Central America, integrating exploration, technical studies, permitting, and operational readiness workstreams. Define program scope, objectives, milestones, budgets, and resource plans, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy. Coordinate cross-functional teams (geology, engineering, environmental, legal, finance, community relations) and external consultants. Manage relationships with government authorities, regulators, and local institutions to advance permits, concessions, and policy engagement. Drive community and stakeholder engagement programs aligned with social license and ESG commitments. Monitor program risks, dependencies, and critical path; implement mitigation plans and escalate issues to the steering committee. Establish governance, reporting cadences, and KPIs across projects; produce executive-level updates. Oversee program budgets, capital expenditure tracking, and vendor/contract management. Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, international mining standards, and HSE requirements. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline; postgraduate qualification in Project/Program Management, Business, or related field preferred. Solid understanding of the mining lifecycle: exploration, feasibility, permitting, construction, and operations. 6+ years of progressive experience in the mining industry, with at least 3-5 years managing complex programs or multi-project portfolios. Program/project management certification (PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience working with government authorities, regulators, and local communities, ideally in Latin America. Track record managing budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams in greenfield or brownfield mining environments. Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-cultural communication skills. Excellent planning, organizational, and risk-management capabilities. Proficiency in program management tools (MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent) and reporting platforms. Strong written and verbal communication in Spanish and English. Sound judgment, problem‑solving ability, and resilience in complex, high‑visibility environments. Preferred / Advantageous Prior experience operating in Central America. Familiarity with ESG frameworks, social performance standards (IFC PS, ICMM), and community development programs. Experience interacting with public‑sector counterparts and multilateral institutions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Framework Ventures