Project Director – U.S. Government Funded Initiative in Dominican Republic

About the role

This position leads the implementation of a major U.S. Government‑funded project in the Dominican Republic. The role focuses on advancing child protection, online safety, positive youth development, and reducing exploitative child labor while building sustainable employment pathways for young people.

Key responsibilities

• Lead project execution, ensuring compliance with donor requirements, quality standards, and timely delivery.
• Build and maintain partnerships with government agencies, private sector entities, community groups, and other key stakeholders.
• Oversee project operations, including accountability systems, sub‑grantees, contractors, reporting, and donor compliance.
• Drive locally‑led development and coalition building to create market‑driven solutions for children and youth.
• Represent the project confidently with national and international audiences, leveraging strong communication skills in English and Spanish.

Required profile

• 8+ years of experience leading U.S. Government‑funded projects, preferably with the U.S. Department of Labor.
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, Law, or J.D. degree in a relevant field, or 10+ years of related professional experience.
• Proven leadership in child labor, youth workforce development, employability, child protection, education, or digital safety.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project operations, sub‑grantees, contractors, and donor compliance.
• Experience working in the Dominican Republic and understanding of migration, underserved populations, and public‑private sector priorities.

Required skills

• Fluency in English and Spanish.