Youth and Gang Specialist, USAID/Eastern and Southern Caribbean (ESC) Tertiary Anti-Violence Activity, ESC Region

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in youth development, law, international peace and security, education, economics, or public administration or a closely related field.
• Seven (7) years of experience working with at-risk youth, particularly those involved in gang activities.
• Experience with USAID funded projects preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in the areas of positive youth development, crime and violence prevention, anti-gang programming, citizen security, or criminal justice reform required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work in high-risk environments, and proficiency in crisis intervention.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

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U.S. Teams and Clients

Democracy, Rights, and Governance (International Development); Gender Equity, Disability, and Social Inclusion (International Development); Institutional Strengthening and Localization (International Development)