Youth Program Coordinator

Overview

Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions, and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Program Description:

The Jordan Technical Assistance Program (TAP), funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is a five-year education and youth project that seeks to transform the organizational culture and improve the abilities within the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Youth to ensure officials can implement desired reforms. Creative and its partners will provide technical assistance in the development, roll-out, and tracking of policies and procedures to incorporate international best practices for public education and youth programming. Among the many activities in the Jordan Technical Assistance Program, it will support curriculum development, promote inclusive learning techniques, improve the skills of teachers and school managers, and other tangible activities that ultimately support changing the organizational culture within the two ministries and relevant agencies. The program will further support Jordan’s outreach and behavioral change communications initiatives that are aimed at creating a culture of reading, the inclusion of vulnerable children, and increased youth engagement.

Position Summary:

The Youth Program Coordinator will have the primary role of coordinating and following up the Youth Center Capacity Building Program which will be implemented by a third party for the benefit of Ministry of Youth (MoY), where the incumbent will be liaising with TAP team to support MoY in providing consistent and timely program coordination and support during the implementation and closeout.

This position will contribute to the program’s workplan by tracking progress and implementation of activities related to the MoY. The position entails providing project management and administrative support to the Director of Youth Programs, as needed, to the Youth team, as well as serving as liaison between external stakeholders, field partners, and TAP internal teams (Youth, Education, MEL, communications, operations, finance, procurement, human resources, etc.) to ensure coordination needed to support and report on Youth programs.

Reporting & Supervision:

The Youth Program Coordinator will report to the Director of Youth Programs.

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversee and monitor the daily implementation progress of Youth programs in general, and particularly the Youth Center Capacity building program, in accordance with the approved TAP work plans. Ensure adherence to established guidelines and standards.
• * Ensure that the project activities are on track with the approved work plan. Ensure having an up-to-date comprehensive understanding of the program and technical areas, consistently monitor the implementation process, track the progress made, and suggest any necessary updates to the work plan.
• * Coordinate with internal teams (Communications, Finance, Operations, Procurement, Human Resources) and external counter parts to plan and implement events and activities by following TAP’s policies and procedures, and addressing challenges as they arise.
• * Support and establish productive and positive relationships with all stakeholders including and not limited to consultants, partners, contractors, youth center teams, and facilitate business process, cooperation, and communication among related parties to ensure optimum job coordination and execution.
• * Conduct frequent field visits -as necessary- to monitor activities, provide support (planning, scheduling, and logistical support) to participants, specifically youth center staff to ensure desired results and deliverables.
• * Create and maintain program documentation, records, reports, and presentations.
• * Identify potential success stories and other communications-worthy achievements to convey to the Communications team
• * Provide organizational and administrative support to Youth program; like -but not limited to- the preparation of any related events/meetings, setting up agendas, taking notes, drafting letters/ documentation, and prepare any needed requisitions, to facilitate any internal or external operations/processes.
• * Other tasks as assigned.
• Qualifications

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) in a field of study relevant to the scope of work (e.g., education, development, project management, business, and/or industrial engineering”.
• * Must have 5+ years general development work experience, and 3+ years of specific experience related to working with youth program coordination and implementation. Experience in training program coordination is a plus.
• * Documented experience in field work and experience in working/coordinating with governmental partners are strongly preferred.
• * Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• * Excellent organizational skills, including multitasking, time management, and meticulous attention to detail.
• * Experience in project management with a track record of successful events.
• * Flexibility, initiative and ability to work in a team required.
• * Advanced knowledge in English and Arabic, both oral and written skills.
• * Previous experience working on USAID-funded projects is preferred.
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