Child, Adolescent, and Youth Engagement Technical Advisor

Education and Experience

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Developmental Psychology, Social Work, or Public Health, or a related social science field with at least 5 years of progressive experience in technical leadership or advisory roles.
• Highly Preferred: Master’s degree in a relevant field with at least 3 years of experience in a technical leadership capacity.
• Proven experience in the humanitarian or development sector, with a specific technical focus on youth-centered and/or child protection programming.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic program design and providing technical supervision to multi-disciplinary teams.
• A proven track record of building staff capacity through the design and delivery of training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Proven track record of supporting and partnering with government and non-government agencies, with the ability to communicate effectively on sensitive topics.

Technical Expertise

• Deep technical knowledge of child and adolescent development, child protection, youth leadership, social norm change, and rights-based programming.
• Expert-level experience in curriculum development and creating culturally sensitive tools (SOPs, guidance notes, and training manuals).
• Strong background in psychosocial support and community development; experience in social cohesion and social and behavioral change initiatives is an asset.
• Proficiency in designing MEAL frameworks, conducting needs assessments, and utilizing data to refine technical interventions.

Context and Skills

• Experience working in humanitarian and/or development settings is a must.
• Specific experience in the Middle East, particularly Iraq or the Kurdistan Region, is a significant asset.
• Exceptional written and verbal English skills are required; proficiency in Kurdish (Sorani) and/or Arabic is highly desirable.
• Organizational skills and advanced proficiency in Google Workspace and other digital tools.
• Deep commitment to SEED’s mission, values, and ethical standards, including a strong understanding of “Do No Harm” principles.
• Demonstrated commitment to gender equality and inclusive programming.

• Interested candidates are invited to submit their cover letter and resume via this LINK.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Safeguarding Statement 

SEED staff are expected to perform job duties and responsibilities professionally, respecting SEED’s Code of Conduct and Policies. SEED is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants, or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members as part of our commitment to a safe and harmonious work environment.