Preventing Violent Extremism Specialist, Kosovo
CounterpartPristina, Kosovo
Posted June 12, 2018
Full Time
About the Company
Counterpart Brand is a global development organization that partners with local actors to build sustainable communities where people can thrive. With a focus on food security, democracy, human rights, governance, health, nutrition, and peace and security, Counterpart works across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean to strengthen community capacity and shape their own destinies. The organization’s distinctive approach combines citizen, government, civil society, and private sector collaboration to deliver evidence‑based, locally owned solutions. Since 1965, Counterpart has leveraged its deep regional expertise and a network of more than 65 country programs to advance the United Nations Global Goals and support partners such as USAID and USDA.
Job Description
Counterpart International is seeking a Youth Preventing Violent Extremism (PVE) Specialist to support an anticipated bid in Kosovo: Up to Youth opportunity.
Requirements
- Relevant degree in a related field
- Minimum of 4-6 years of progressively responsible experience in international development
- Experience working on programs on preventing youth violent extremism (PVE), conflict mitigation/management, peacebuilding, and/or youth development programs
- Prior experience working in Kosovo and/or the Balkans is highly desired
- Experience working effectively with government officials, non-government partners, and USAID and/or other donors
- Demonstrated leadership capacity and experience supervising teams of diverse staff