Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety.

Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector; and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children.

KIND seeks a Performance Management & Engagement Specialist to work closely with the Director of Learning & Development to lead the day-to-day planning and delivery of performance management at the organization, including goal setting, scheduled check-ins, end-year reviews, and calibration. The incumbent will ensure that each step of the performance management cycle is planned in consultation with the rest of HR and with departments across KIND, and then ensure that each step is delivered according to that plan. In addition, the incumbent will have a key voice in the evolution of performance management through step-by-step changes as well as major developments to align KIND with best practice. The Performance Management & Engagement Specialist will lead the annual employee engagement survey, including agreeing questions with stakeholders, planning and releasing the survey, analyzing the results, communicating the results across the organization, and supporting departments on action planning.

This is a remote position based from any location in Mexico.

To be considered for this role, please submit an employment application at supportkind.org/join-the-team, along with your resume and cover letter.

KIND has an organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We strive to create a work environment where everyone has a sense of belonging. Individuals from historically underrepresented or underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer: KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm “no fees” recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app-based application or interview process. For more information, please visit the following website: https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/.