Job Description:
Shift: First Shift
The CHART Project Specialist will support the planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of statewide initiatives focused on youth homelessness, human trafficking, and systems capacity building.
Duties and responsibilities
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Support the CHART team and serve as a lead or co-lead on strategic initiatives that advance research, innovation, evaluation, systems change, policy, and practice related to youth homelessness, human trafficking, and other emerging priorities.
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Contribute to the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of projects, programs, tools, curricula, and other resources.
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Plan, coordinate, and support project implementation, ensuring activities align with established goals, timelines, grant requirements, and organizational priorities.
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Design, develop, and facilitate training, presentations, and technical assistance for internal staff, community partners, and other stakeholders.
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Provide consultation and implementation support to organizations adopting CHNJ-developed programs, curricula, screening tools, and other initiatives.
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Collect, organize, analyze, and synthesize quantitative and qualitative data to inform program improvement, research, reporting, and strategic decision-making.
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Prepare reports, presentations, publications, and other materials for internal and external audiences.
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Build and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations, NGOs, schools, government agencies, funders, researchers, and other partners to support project goals.
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Represent CHNJ at meetings, trainings, conferences, and other events, and contribute to statewide and national conversations related to youth homelessness and human trafficking.
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Support policy, advocacy, research, and systems-change efforts by identifying emerging trends, gaps, and opportunities to improve outcomes for youth.
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Respond to work-related communications in a timely manner and maintain accurate project documentation.
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Perform other duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Salary $ 67,000 a year
Experience and Skills:
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Bachelor's degree in social work, education, public health, human services, psychology, nonprofit management, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred
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Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in project management, training and technical assistance, youth services, education, homelessness, human trafficking response, or related fields
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Strong understanding of issues impacting youth and families experiencing homelessness and/or human trafficking, including trauma-informed and youth-centered practices
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Experience coordinating projects, managing multiple priorities, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presentation skills
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual meeting/training platforms
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Proficiency in Canva preferred
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Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team
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Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
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Ability to travel throughout New Jersey as needed
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Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
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Some evening or occasional weekend availability may be required for trainings or events
Job Benefits:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Plan
403B
Ten Paid Holidays
Benefit Days (Vacation, Personal, Sick)
Tuition Reimbursement
From: Covenant House of NJ
