YOUTH DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

Job posted by: CARE - USA - Wed, 30 Jul 2014

Job Details:

Organisation: CARE - USA

Deadline Thu, 14 Aug 2014

Job type: Permanent

Location: Somalia

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The Youth Development Specialist will provide overall technical expertise for the youth development component of a USAID funded Somali Youth Leaders Initiative (SYLI) program. S/he will be responsible for preparation of project designs; and implementation of cross-sectoral youth assessments, youth livelihoods, technical and vocational education training, youth civic participation, grant management or other related areas.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Economic Opportunities for youth

• Contract Management and compliance adherence

• Non-Formal Education (NFE)

• Linkages with the private sector and support networks

• Monitoring and reporting

• Coordination and Representation

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator

 Qualifications (Know-How)

• Bachelor`s degree in International relations or related field

• 5 years’ experience in youth development

• Must demonstrate at least 5 years’ work experience in developing countries, including in conflict-affected environments

• Excellent written and oral communication and facilitation skills

• Team player, who is able to develop strong collaborative relations across the organization, in both the program and program support departments

• Good leadership and negotiating skills

• Strong gender and conflict analysis skills and the ability to articulate and design programs using rights based approach

• Proven budgeting and financial management skills

• Ability to work and live under difficult conditions

 

To apply for this position, please visit our website here: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CAREUSA&cws=1&rid=2397

 

Our diversity is our strength; we encourage people from all

backgrounds and experiences, particularly women, to apply.

 

The closing date for this posting, if listed, is approximate. Job postings may be removed from CARE`s career website at any time.



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