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Civil Society Specialist, USAID Jamaica Caribbean Basin Security Initiative

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Project/Proposal Summary:
The purpose of the USAID Jamaica Caribbean Basin Security Initiative (CBSI) is to build on previous initiatives in Jamaica to strengthen community and civil society organizations, increase citizen cooperation and accountability, improve community policing practices, strengthen juvenile justice and at-risk youth programs. The program will also aim to improve the ability of communities to better respond to climate change and extreme weather events.
Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for the implementation of field activities.
  • Work directly with partner organizations, communities and other resource users to execute the various activities and mechanisms for the civil society and community empowerment objectives of this program.
Qualifications:
  • A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline and at least 10 years of experience (or a relevant Bachelor’s degree with more than 12 years of experience) in the implementation and management of civil society strengthening and community development projects in developing countries, with a particular focus on youth and gender issues.
  • Extensive experience and technical expertise working with community-based organizations and NGOs in a participatory approach.
  • Experience working in dynamic inner-city communities and an understanding of the socio-cultural issues and nuances of working in such communities is highly desirable. Knowledge of or prior experience working on community policing and media strengthening activities is also a plus.
Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. (This position is open to Jamaican nationals only). No phone calls, please.
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