Program Support Specialist II_Youth and Family Ministry Specialist

This intermediate specialist consults on, and supports the implementation of holistic child development programs and interventions. The specialist generally provides highly competent knowledge in one holistic development subspecialties in this national office and is helpful in others. At this career level, the incumbent supports the local program design, performing independently on moderately complex issues. He or she may coach other specialists. ResponsibilitiesMaintains a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ, maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Compassion, and faithfully upholds Compassion’s ministry in prayer.

Acts as an advocate to raise the awareness of the needs of children. Understands Christ’s mandate to protect children. Commits to and prioritizes child protection considerations in all decision-making, tasks and activities across the ministry. Abides by all behavioral expectations in Compassion’s Statement of Commitment to Child Protection and Code of Conduct. Reports any concerns of abuse, neglect or exploitation of children through Compassion’s internal reporting process and appropriately supports responses to incidents if they occur. Supports overall holistic child development and provides ongoing subject matter expertise in individual areas of specialization.

Aids partnership facilitators and cross-functional staff and managers by providing coaching and knowledge within area of specialty. Supports child development community learning and improvement among staff and other stakeholders. Regularly assesses changing need for and ability to deliver programming within area of expertise. Consolidates national and local data to identify common gaps and patterns. May develop strategy; maintains and supports the implementation of strategy within area of expertise. Provides advice in support of other strategy development with the national office as needed. Provides skilled program design support to other staff.

Supports the ongoing development and implementation of local program design in alignment with the global objectives. May provide expertise to other national office professionals, support staff and FCP staff/volunteers to ensure that Frontline Church Partners are adequately informed and equipped to provide holistic development to caregivers, children and youth. May facilitate the identification of resource components (internal and external) for specific child development strategies and plans in support of partnership facilitator efforts with FCPs. May provide information to management and other decision-makers regarding allocation of appropriate resources.

May provide input to and/or develop Interventions for funding within area of expertise. Designs, implements, and monitors specific holistic child development strategies and interventions. Serves partnership facilitators by providing capacity-building and child/youth/caregiver engagement activities in area of expertise. May contextualize portions of curriculum relevant to their expertise or other resources for child and youth development. Works with partnership facilitators by ensuring intervention records, reports, and other documentation are accurate, complete and delivered to appropriate stakeholders. Reviews data, reports and utilizes findings to support management and key stakeholders in improving program initiatives, interventions and child outcomes.

May provide expertise to other program support staff in the national office. The Program Support Specialist II_Youth and Family Ministry Specialist will provide subject matter expertise regarding the holistic development and needs of beneficiaries ages 12+. This role will collaborate with other Support Specialists, Program Trainers and Partnership Facilitators to ensure Implementing Church Partners are adequately informed and equipped to provide holistic development to youth. Facilitate workshops, small groups, and home visits that actively strengthen caregiver–child relationships, foster spiritual growth, and mobilize community support.

Promote healthy family dynamics by implementing strategies that reduce conflict and build resilience among youth. Collaborate with Partnership Managers and Facilitators to equip FCP staff with tools and resources that reinforce family bonds. Establish and nurture strategic alliances with institutions experienced in family ministry and aligned with Compassion’s core values. Promote discipleship, and faith practices that empower caregivers to serve as spiritual leaders within their households. The Program Support Specialist – Youth and Family Ministry Specialist will be responsible for supporting the implementation and regular review/revision of:

1) Field Office’s Certified Youth Development Strategy; 2) Field Office’s Certified National Youth Curriculum; 3) Child Development Progress Report (CDPR) Progress Measures for ages 12+; 4) Milestone Bibles for ages 12+; 5) Other youth-related program content/elements as assigned by the Manager of Program Support. This role will also understand the funding needs of Youth Development and its associated beneficiaries (ages 12+) and mobilize resources (both Compassion and non-Compassion) to meet those needs. He/She will coordinate and provide oversight to all youth related Interventions, collaborating with the associated Partnership Facilitator(s) to ensure implementation quality as well as monitoring & evaluation and learning.

In addition, the Program Support Specialist – Youth and Family Ministry Specialist will network with other like-minded ministries & organizations in order to identify, evaluate and recommend potential partnerships related to the holistic development of youth. This role will represent Compassion International’s approach to Youth Development both internally & externally within his/her country and continually be aware of current national statistics and trends related to youth. FaithHas a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. CultureAccountable for supporting, upholding, and engaging in Compassion's core "Cultural Behaviors" in all internal and external communication and relationships.

EducationA Bachelor’s Degree in Child/Youth Development, Education, Social Work or related fieldWork ExperienceFive to seven years relevant experience working in this or a related field. OtherFluent in English and FrenchDriving LicenseLicenses and CertificationsCertification from a nationally or internationally recognized organization in a related field. This position is based in the North/Cap Haitien. The deadline to apply is September 12th, 2025