Labor Mobility Partnerships (LaMP) works to develop large-scale, long-term solutions for workers to access quality jobs across borders. Our vision is a world in which the global poor have exponentially greater opportunity for economic advancement. To get there, our goal is to dramatically increase the scale and quality of labor mobility programs globally. 

As a dynamic start-up, LaMP is focused on delivering proof-of-concept projects that demonstrate the feasibility and impact potential of large-scale quality labor mobility pathways, providing technical assistance and developing needed tools for key labor mobility practitioners, developing right-sized evidence for policy influence, and building a global coalition of multi-sector actors committed to scaling quality labor mobility.    

Some global context: OECD countries are rapidly aging, facing a gap of 383 million workers by 2050 to maintain their current economic structure. Meanwhile, workers in developing countries need jobs, and those who manage to secure work in OECD countries can expect to increase their income by 6 to 15 times. Improving labor mobility systems globally will benefit all actors involved — for the worker who gains quality employment and dramatically improves their income, for the receiving country which receives needed workers, and for the sending country which receives remittances and needed employment opportunities.   

LaMP is looking to add a key supporting member to its small-but-mighty “proof of concept” team, to help identify, shape, and deliver on opportunities to demonstrate the power of quality labor mobility at scale. This is an opportunity to take on a significant degree of responsibility in a rapidly growing and adapting organization with audacious goals. Candidates must be able to proactively self-manage his/her spheres, while working fluidly with the rest of the team. If this sounds like you, come join us as we help more people unlock their potential through migration! 

The Associate role will focus heavily on opportunity scoping through researching legal labor migration pathways and key actors, as well as project design/implementation, partnership development and organizing convenings. Responsibilities are further detailed below.  

(75%) Support proof-of-concept execution:  

• Drive research and analysis of existing and potential legal migration pathways, including migration requirements, actors involved, and costs associated 

• Support opportunity analysis and scoping to identify the highest-potential opportunities to influence or deliver new mobility programs within specific sectors and/or innovative solutions in the realms of technology, financial models, and policy that address current barriers within existing mobility programs , in partnership with relevant governments and/or employer representatives. Tasks will include: (1) Mapping and undertaking outreach to stakeholders regarding their priorities, resources, and limitations when it comes to hiring foreign workers (2) Supporting project leads on developing a blueprint solution and testing the solutions with stakeholders, including financial models (3) Designing tailored pitch decks by stakeholders 

• Once projects become live, support successful project management and delivery, assist with managing stakeholder relationships, monitor changes in the project landscape, and coordinating other resources as necessary (e.g. procuring and managing external consultants),  

• Support drafting of external funding proposals, where needed  

(25%) Support LaMP’s work on influencing key decision-makers by: 

• Aiding in convenings of innovators and dynamic stakeholders working on labor mobility solutions through logistical event support and content creation 

• Producing knowledge pieces on lessons emerging from the convenings and proof-of-concept work detailed above and other communication needs 

• 1-3 years relevant experience, including hypothesis-driven research and analysis to inform recommendations and business decisions  

• Experience developing solid grounding in multiple new subject matters in a short period of time, such as experience in strategy consulting or a similar field 

• Quantitative skills and experience with Excel. Experience with financial modeling is of advantage. 

• Ability to advance projects with hands-off supervision while being accountable for the quality of outputs 

• Demonstrated professional interest and commitment to creating economic opportunity for marginalized individuals and communities globally 

• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present complex information in clear, synthesized formats  

• English fluency required, German highly preferred, Spanish and/or Portuguese language skills advantageous 

Position Salary Range: USD 52,500 - 67,500 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position and meet the qualifications above, please submit a one-page cover letter and resume using this link. Only candidates who submit cover letters will be considered. We are looking to hire this role ASAP so will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis; as a result we encourage interested applicants to apply at their earliest convenience.

LaMP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.