Adolescents and Youth Development Officer
Quick answer
Save the Children is hiring an in-office Adolescents and Youth Development Officer based in Cairo to lead youth-focused empowerment and advocacy programs with a salary that is not specified.
- Role
- Adolescents and Youth Development Officer
- Organization
- Save the Children
- Location
- Cairo, Egypt
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Adolescents and Youth Development Officer will lead the implementation of a youth-focused intervention in Cairo, supporting 200 Palestinian adolescents and youth through life skills, advocacy, and expressive arts programming. The role involves managing a team of six, overseeing project budgets, and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure effective service delivery and impact. This position is central to fostering community resilience and empowering young people to become active agents of change.
What you'll do
- Lead the planning, implementation, and monitoring of youth development activities for adolescents aged 15–21.
- Supervise a team of 6 staff members to ensure effective delivery of program components.
- Oversee outreach, participant selection, and the rollout of life skills and advocacy training packages.
- Manage program budgets, workplans, and activity trackers in coordination with the Finance and MEAL teams.
- Produce high-quality progress reports, case studies, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
What it takes
- University Degree in development, social sciences, business administration, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of practical development experience, including at least 3 years in youth development projects.
- Proven experience in developing/adapting capacity building interventions and training materials.
- Demonstrated experience in budget tracking and monitoring NGO partner spending.
- Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this position based in Cairo?
Yes, this role is based in Cairo and requires the project officer to work from that location.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not specified in the job description.
What level of experience is required for this role?
Candidates are expected to have 3-5 years of practical development experience, specifically with at least 3 years dedicated to youth development projects.
How do I apply for this position?
The provided job description does not specify an application deadline or a formal application process.
How to apply
Apply directly on Save the Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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