A Program Coordinator coordinates ongoing program activity, or a group of related projects, for a company or organization, usually performing administrative or human resources tasks.
International Wheelchair Program Specialist Location:
100% Fully Remote (Global flexibility)
Salary:
$95,000 - $110,000 / year (commensurate with experience)
Travel:
International travel 3-5 times per year
Benefits:
Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance + 401(k) Retirement Plan Why This Role Matters At the Wheelchair Foundation , we believe mobility is a fundamental human right. As our International Wheelchair Program Specialist , you won't just manage projects—you'll directly transform lives across the globe by scaling and refining how wheelchairs are sized, fitted, and distributed to communities in need. If you want the freedom of fully remote work , the excitement of international field trips , and a career driven by tangible human impact, this is your place. What You'll Do You will serve as our global technical lead, partnering with international organizations to elevate mobility standards and ensure thousands of beneficiaries receive life-changing care.
Technical Guidance:
Advise partners on best practices for beneficiary assessment, proper sizing, custom fitting, and selecting the right equipment mix.
Capacity Building:
Create high-impact training materials, practical tools, and resources to empower local international teams.
Global Logistics & Operations:
Support the end-to-end planning and execution of distribution events, beneficiary flows, and donor visits.
In-Country Representation:
Lead selected international distribution trips, connecting donors, local professionals, and communities firsthand.
Partner Networks:
Identify prospective partners, collaborate with local rehabilitation experts, and streamline reporting/project management.
What We're Looking For Bilingual Expertise:
Professional working proficiency in both English and Spanish is required. Mobility /
Rehab Experience:
Hands-on experience with manual wheelchair provision, assistive technology, or physical rehabilitation (sizing, fitting, and clinical selection).
Cross-Cultural Communicator:
Proven background working with international NGOs, humanitarian programs, or global cross-cultural teams.
Educator Mindset:
Skilled at developing training curriculum and building capacity within partner organizations.
Project Driver:
Highly organized, resourceful, and capable of managing dynamic project lifecycles across different time zones.
Global Nomad:
Ready and eager to travel internationally several times a year.
Education:
Bachelor's degree. Who You Are You're a practical, empathetic problem-solver who combines clinical/technical mobility smarts with strong relationship-building skills. You thrive in independent, remote environments but light up when working directly with global communities on the ground. Ready to Change Lives? If you're passionate about global health equity, mobility rights, and working with a mission-driven team from the comfort of your home, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join the Wheelchair Foundation and deliver the gift of mobility to the world.
