Nickol Global Solutions (NGS) is seeking an experienced Youth Engagement Coordinator to oversee and implement the coordination of a wide variety of program and activities related to the leadership program and youth civic engagement for the anticipated United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Cambodia Advancing Youth Leadership activity. The primary purpose of the Advancing Youth Leadership activity is to enhance the capacity and leadership of youth, including those from marginalized groups such as indigenous populations, ethnic minorities, and LGBTQI+, to fully participate in socio-political life, to address local development issues, and to increase civic participation.
This position is contingent upon award (anticipated in June 2023) and will be a full-time role based in Cambodia. This position is open to Cambodian nationals. This position is based in Cambodia.
The Youth Engagement Coordinator will have the overall responsibility to:
- Implement and coordinate a variety of programs related to the leadership program and youth civic engagement
- Provide administrative, logistical, and coordination support to ensure the success of the programs designed to inspire, mobilize, and engage youth to improve and create positive community development
- Provide outreach, plan, maintain data collection in coordination with youth, civil society organizations, and the private sector
- Develop and manage civic engagement-focused grants
- Develop, outreach, and maintain strong working and collaborative relationships with a broad range of stakeholders to promote their active engagement with youth, youth-led and youth-serving organizations, civil society organizations, and other entities as applicable
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in international development, social science, business, law, communication, or related field
- Minimum of seven (7) years of demonstrated experience coordinating large and complex or international programs including programming focused on soft skill or skill development, youth empowerment, civil society, and civic education, among others
- Demonstrated experience in capacity building initiatives for youth and community groups, and in community mobilization, coordination, and facilitation
- Previous experience developing and managing civic engagement-focused grants
- Good understanding of youth networks and civil society organizations in Cambodia and its development context
- Prior success in managing and nurturing relationships with local partners
- Solid communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and relation management skills and experience.
- Flexible, adaptable approach to project implementation to enhance learning
- Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining relationships and networks with individuals, communities, development partners and other relevant stakeholders
About NGS:
Nickol Global Solutions (NGS) provides a wide range of management consulting and advisory services designed to fortify stakeholder capacity and effectiveness, including in public institutions, civil society organizations, and private sector firms. In the U.S. and overseas, NGS helps public and private sector clients assess and develop capacity; optimize performance and quality objectives; enhance transparency and accountability; measure success; and communicate about their work—all with the aim of advancing development objectives even in the most complex operating environments. For more information, please visit
NGS is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics. Military veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
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