Selection process developed by matteria

Location and Work Mode
La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico. Primarily on-site.

Who we are
The Center for Applied Aquaculture Innovation (CAAI) is a pioneering organization dedicated to advancing regenerative aquaculture through applied innovation, entrepreneurship, workforce development, and strategic partnerships.

Based in La Paz, Baja California Sur, CAAI connects science, industry, communities, and global partners to develop practical solutions that restore ocean health, strengthen food security, and build resilient coastal economies. As the first center of its kind focused on warm-water aquaculture, CAAI is building a global platform for innovation with local roots and international impact.

Our impact

Building the first global center dedicated to warm-water regenerative aquaculture.

Committed to supporting 20 regenerative aquaculture ventures by 2028.

Committed to training 100+ current and future aquaculture professionals through workforce development programs by 2028.

Creating a global alliance of researchers, entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and educators to advance ocean health and sustainable food systems.

Developing state-of-the-art facilities including laboratories, innovation spaces, research infrastructure, and collaborative workspaces in La Paz.

Purpose of the Position
The Liaison Coordinator will serve as the connective tissue between CAAI and its diverse ecosystem of stakeholders. This role is responsible for building and nurturing strategic relationships, coordinating institutional engagement efforts, and ensuring opportunities identified externally are effectively connected with internal teams to accelerate CAAI's mission and growth.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain relationships with government agencies, academic institutions, industry leaders, startups, producers, investors, and strategic partners.

Map, prioritize, and manage stakeholder engagement activities aligned with organizational objectives.

Coordinate meetings, workshops, field visits, and relationship‑building initiatives.

Support the development and follow‑up of collaboration agreements, MoUs, and strategic partnerships.

Facilitate engagement with local, national, and international organizations relevant to aquaculture, innovation, workforce development, and sustainability.

Coordinate consultants and advisors supporting public affairs, communications, and government relations.





Monitor policy developments and identify opportunities for institutional collaboration.

Represent CAAI in forums, working groups, and strategic networks when appropriate.

Coordinate with communications and marketing consultants to ensure consistency of messaging and brand positioning.

Support the creation of presentations, newsletters, briefing materials, media kits, and outreach content.

Contribute to positioning CAAI as a leading voice in regenerative aquaculture and ocean innovation.

Act as a bridge between external opportunities and internal teams, maintaining databases of contacts, agreements, and institutional engagements.

Coordinate follow‑up actions and ensure accountability across stakeholders.

Prepare reports, updates, and briefing notes for leadership and steering committee discussions.

Requirements and competences to work with us
Education

Bachelor's degree in International Relations, Communications, Public Affairs, Business Administration, Political Science, Sustainability, Environmental Studies, or related fields.

Postgraduate studies in project management, stakeholder engagement, sustainability, public policy, or communications are desirable.

Experience

3–6 years of professional experience in stakeholder engagement, partnership management, institutional relations, communications, public affairs, project coordination, or similar functions.

Experience working with multiple stakeholder groups simultaneously.

Exposure to sustainability, innovation ecosystems, education, entrepreneurship, social impact, public‑private collaboration, or environmental sectors is highly valued.

Experience coordinating projects or initiatives with multiple moving parts.

Knowledge and Skills

Stakeholder mapping and engagement

Partnership development and relationship management

Institutional communications and public affairs

Meeting facilitation and event coordination

Drafting institutional agreements and professional correspondence

Project coordination and follow‑up management

English and Spanish proficiency, written and verbal

Experience with collaboration and productivity tools (Notion, Google Workspace,



Microsoft Office, CRM systems, or equivalent)

Competencies

Relationship building and networking

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Emotional intelligence and professional presence

Organization and attention to detail

Strategic thinking with operational execution

Curiosity and continuous learning mindset

Adaptability and resilience

Accountability and ownership

Our team profile
The adecuado candidate will thrive in a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and mission‑driven environment. CAAI operates with a highly horizontal culture where trust, transparency, and initiative are valued over hierarchy. The team values people who are proactive, optimistic, resourceful, intellectually curious, and capable of building meaningful relationships across diverse audiences. Individuals who bring energy, humility, and a willingness to learn will thrive in this environment.

Key interests for working with us
People passionate about the following challenges and opportunities will find strong alignment with CAAI's mission:

Ocean health and ecosystem restoration

Regenerative aquaculture

Sustainable food systems

Coastal community development

Blue economy innovation

Entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystems

Talent development and workforce transformation

Climate resilience and biodiversity conservation

Reasons to join our team

Opportunity to join a pioneering organization at an exciting stage of growth.

Direct exposure to influential leaders across government, academia, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, and industry.

Significant learning and professional development opportunities.

Close mentorship from senior leaders and experts within the broader iAlumbra ecosystem.

High visibility and meaningful responsibility from day one.

Opportunity to contribute to projects with local and global impact.

A collaborative, flexible, and people-centered work environment.

Long-term growth potential as the organization expands.

Relevant details before applying for this vacancy

This role is based in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico, and reports directly to the Executive Director.

Frequent interaction with high-level stakeholders is expected.

Travel opportunities may arise through partnerships, events, and institutional engagement activities.

CAAI is currently in a growth stage, making adaptability and comfort with ambiguity important success factors.

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