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About Us
At Living Stones Foundation , we are a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a positive impact across communities in Latin America, the United States, and Europe . Through innovation, collaboration, and data-driven strategies, we aim to empower projects in key areas such as Agrotech, Agriculture, Agricultural Production, Carbon Emissions Reduction, Sustainable Transport Applications, Urban Mobility, and Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) .
We are currently seeking a Data Access & Information Management Specialist to support our projects by ensuring our teams have access to reliable, compliant, secure, and well-organized data resources.
Position Overview
As the Data Access & Information Management Specialist, you will be responsible for managing access to key data sources, organizing and securing data repositories, and ensuring compliance with licenses, permissions, and data usage rights. You will also contribute to designing data architecture, supporting data pipelines, and implementing good governance and cybersecurity practices to protect information integrity and privacy.
Key Responsibilities

• Access Management: Request and manage access to external data sources, including subscription services, databases, and licensed datasets.
• Repository & Architecture Organization: Develop and maintain a centralized, well-organized, and secure data repository that meets legal and technical standards. Support the design and maintenance of data architecture and pipelines.
• Governance & Security: Ensure compliance with data governance frameworks, licensing terms, and best practices in cybersecurity to protect sensitive data and infrastructure.
• Process Documentation: Create clear documentation for data access procedures, data source inventories, pipeline structures, and usage guidelines to support transparency and consistency across projects.
• Infrastructure Support: Assist with hosting management, data migration, server tools (such as cPanel), and cloud platforms.
• Collaboration: Work closely with data analysts, project coordinators, and technology teams to ensure data infrastructure meets project needs.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Environmental Engineering, Agronomy, Environmental Sciences, Business Administration with a focus on IT, or related fields.
• Managing data access, licenses, or information systems in academic, nonprofit, or corporate settings.
• Solid knowledge of data architecture design, data pipelines, and data governance principles.
• Understanding of cybersecurity practices applied to data management and hosting environments.
• Experience with hosting platforms, cPanel, data migration, cloud data storage tools.
• Proficiency in Google BigQuery, Python, SQL, and familiarity with Power BI, Tableau, Google Looker Studio (formerly Google Data Studio).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to the organization’s mission of driving social impact through innovation and collaboration across Latin America, the U.S., and Europe. Fluency in English (both written and spoken) is required. Proficiency in Spanish is considered an asset.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with data in sectors such as agriculture, agrotech, carbon emissions reduction, or sustainable transport.
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure management, data integration best practices, and cross-platform data security.
• Experience working in nonprofit or international cooperation projects. We welcome candidates with academic backgrounds in fields such as Data Science, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, ---
  

We Offer

• Remote work with flexible hours.
• The opportunity to be part of a passionate and dedicated team making a positive impact in Latin America, the United States, and Europe.
• Opportunities for continuous training and professional development.
• A collaborative and inclusive environment where your contributions will be valued.
• Upon completion of your volunteer service, we will provide an official letter of recommendation and a certificate specifying your responsibilities and contributions.
  

This is an unpaid volunteer position , but it offers valuable experience, learning, and the satisfaction of contributing to a meaningful cause by supporting vulnerable communities and making a real difference.
Apply Today
We welcome applications from students and recent graduates participating in OPT (Optional Practical Training) and CPT (Curricular Practical Training) programs in the United States. If you are passionate about data infrastructure, governance, and social impact, we encourage you to apply!
Living Stones Foundation is an equal opportunity organization. We value diversity and seek individuals who share our commitment to creating positive change in the world.

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