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  POSITION TITLE: Project Director, Responsible Critical Minerals LOCATION: TBD, the Philippines REPORTS TO: Portfolio Director, Human Rights Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity, and sustain natural resources. Winrock International is seeking a full-time Project Director for a project that works with the government, private sector and civil society to strengthen labor protections and address human rights risks in the critical mineral sector in the Philippines. The position is contingent upon receipt of donor funding. POSITION SUMMARY: The Project Director will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of a results-oriented project to promote responsible sourcing in the critical mineral supply chain in the Philippines and foster system-level changes that advance transparency, address child and forced labor risks, and support grievance remediation. The Project Director is responsible for the overall technical strategy and project management and will report to Winrock’s Home Office. S/he will maintain systems for project operations; ensure that all deadlines are met and targets are achieved; and coordinate and maintain working relationships with project stakeholders. This includes private sector partners and industry associations, government ministries, subgrantees, rightsholders, and serve as the primary POC for the funder.. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: · Establish and manage partnerships with national and local government entities, international and local businesses and businesses associations, civil society, worker organizations, and multi-sectoral groups and bodies. · Work collaboratively with stakeholders to achieve measurable improvements in responsible mineral mining and processing practices with the focus of prevention of exploitation of workers and vulnerable individuals in surrounding communities. · Lead timely planning and implementation of project activities. · Design, convene, and facilitate multi-stakeholder dialogue platforms (national and sub-national) to drive coordinated action and measurable improvements. · Oversee a government, civil society and private sector engagement to improve due diligence, human rights risk mitigation, and remedies. · Oversee project subgrantees and compliance with Winrock, funder, and Philippine policies. · Liaise with external stakeholders such as multilateral organizations, donors, and others to maximize impact and prevent duplication. · Oversee monitoring and evaluation of project implementation and recommend areas for course correction. · Oversee project budget and ensure that all financial activity is carried out in accordance with annual budget allocations, Winrock policy, and funder guidelines. · Maintain close communication with Winrock Home Office and provide ongoing formal and informal updates on project progress and escalate issues for timely resolution. · Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and management of project staff. · Build and sustain a high-performing team by setting clear expectations, coaching and mentoring staff, and fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and accountable team culture. · Establish and manage performance management systems, including work planning, regular check-ins, performance feedback, and annual reviews aligned with project objectives and Winrock policies. · Regularly travel to monitor and participate in project activities. · Other duties as assigned. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree reflecting expertise in human rights, public policy, science, or engineering Work Experience: · At least 10 years of experience working in international projects, including a minimum of 7 years of experience in a leadership role managing operational and technical aspects of complex donor-funded projects. ·