Job description

Location:
Arlington, Virginia

Division:
CEPPS

Status:
VA-Based Full Time

Position Number:
22:291

About the International Foundation for Election Systems (IFES): IFES advances democracy for a better future. We collaborate with civil society, public institutions and the private sector to build resilient democracies that deliver for everyone. As the global leader in the promotion and protection of democracy, our technical assistance and applied research develops trusted electoral bodies capable of conducting credible elections; effective and accountable governing institutions; civic and political processes in which all people can safely and equally participate; and innovative ways in which technology and data can positively serve elections and democracy. Since 1987, IFES has worked in more than 145 countries, from developing to mature democracies.

The greatest assets of IFES are our team members. IFES offers competitive benefits and pay, as well as the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Every member of the IFES team is responsible for carrying out the mission of IFES and integrating IFES values into their work every day: Commitment to Excellence, Effective Communication, High Quality Decision-Making, Accountability, Teamwork and Collaboration.

APPLICATION AND HIRING INFORMATION:
While the successful candidate will work on behalf of CEPPS, they will be hired by IFES. All applications must be submitted through IFES at the link provided below. The review of applications and the interview process will be conducted jointly by the CEPPS partners.
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PRIMARY FUNCTION/PURPOSE: *
The CEPPS Youth Political Participation Specialist will work to further expand the youth political participation and inclusion portfolio within CEPPS programming and support the meaningful inclusion of historically marginalized groups as part of CEPPS’ technical approach to democracy, human rights, and governance (DRG) programming.
The Youth Political Participation Specialist will report to the CEPPS Senior Inclusion Advisor and will work closely with the CEPPS Management Team and relevant youth and inclusion points of contact across the consortium.

IFES COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement: In accordance with Executive Order 14042 on Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Government Contractors, International Foundation for Electoral Systems has adopted a policy to comply with the requirements that all employees assigned to a federal contract or contract-like instrument be fully vaccinated before their start date. Therefore, all IFES positions will require proof of a full COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. Please note, any submission of falsifying records or misleading information would result in a dismissal of your employment application

Job Responsibilities: MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• The Youth Political Participation Specialist will undertake the following key duties and responsibilities:
• Develop CEPPS-level strategy to increase sustained youth participation and leadership in political, electoral and civic processes;
• Coordinate CEPPS-level youth-focused special initiatives, such as youth advisory groups, dissemination of knowledge products, events for international awareness days, or other special programs;
• Guide the development and implementation of the CEPPS youth political inclusion learning agenda;
• Build the technical capacity of CEPPS staff to design and implement youth political engagement initiatives that integrate positive youth development, social behavior change interventions, and intersectional and cross-sectoral approaches to youth political engagement;
• Provide technical assistance to regional, technical, and administrative teams on effective approaches to promoting youth political participation and mainstreaming youth considerations into DRG program implementation and CEPPS internal and external policies and processes;
• Promote the implementation of USAID youth-centered priorities among stakeholders including CEPPS partners, implementers, and the USG;
• Enhance the capacity of field staff and local partners to conduct youth-focused DRG programming through training, information-sharing, and resource development;
• Work with the CEPPS Management Team to develop communications products that highlight DEPP-generated learnings that inform the funder and the DRG community of practice about effective programming practices and approaches related to youth political inclusion;
• Engage with key external stakeholders, including youth and inclusion points of contact at USAID, to keep up to date on emerging youth political inclusion trends and to communicate key aspects of CEPPS’ youth practice;
• Fulfill youth-related reporting and other requirements as requested by USAID, including quarterly reports, annual reports, workplans, and data calls;
• Support the Senior Inclusion Advisor to promote a holistic, intersectional inclusion approach across CEPPS programming;
• Lead collaboration with existing youth-focused staff and youth technical leads across CEPPS by coordinating youth inclusion initiatives and activities.
• Foster cooperation and drive consensus by ensuring buy-in on consortium-level decisions pertaining to youth political participation.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree or higher in political science, international development, gender studies, or related field.
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EXPERIENCE: *Minimum 8 years professional experience in one or more youth development sectors. Experience in international democracy, human rights, and/or governance fields, particularly engaging formal political actors and institutions, is required. Direct experience working with young people is also required; experience integrating social behavior change theory and interventions and positive youth development approaches into programming is preferred. Experience working with USAID is desirable.
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TECHNICAL SKILLS: * Demonstrated ability to apply intersectional, inclusive, gender transformative approaches to youth development. Excellent written, spoken, and cross-cultural communications skills required. Experience with USG-funded assistance programs and specific experience with USAID-funded programs strongly desired; experience working with consortia is helpful, but not required. Keen ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and to work independently with a high level of self-motivation is required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Fluency in English required. Fluency in other languages, such as Spanish, French, Russian, Arabic, or sign language, is desirable, but not required.

• *Some travel to CEPPS field offices may be expected as part of this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Standard office work environment, with occasional country office travel. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Monthly Benefit Allowance paid directly to all employees

Employer paid life and AD&D insurance at 3x base salary

401(k) retirement plan with 1:1 employer match up to 6%

Employer paid Short and Long-Term Disability insurance

Generous vacation (starting at 3 weeks and increasing with time of service), sick leave, and personal leave

11 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job Type: Full-time

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