Position: Outreach Expert
Project: Creating Spaces, Transforming Lives
Duration: August 2025 – February 2026
Location: Tirana and Targetd Cities of the project
“Streha” Center Background
Streha Center provides services to the LGBTIQ+ community in Albania and the region in cases of emergencies, including shelter and other psycho-social services for the empowerment of LGBTI+ individuals. The aim of Streha is to empower and assist LGBTIQ+ individuals, mainly youth, through its multidisciplinary and residential services, capacity-building of service providers, public awareness, and advocacy, in order to overcome barriers and difficulties faced by the LGBTI+ community in families and society.
Project Background
The goal of this project is to create inclusive, safe, and affirming environments for LGBTI+ youth in Korça, Lezhë, and Lushnja, by strengthening the capacity of local NGOs and public institutions to actively include LGBTI+ individuals in community life, provide affirmative services, and improve access to protection mechanisms.
This project aims to improve the situation of LGBTI+ people through four key pillars:
(1) Developing the capacities of local NGOs and institutions.
(2) Establish strategic partnerships with local actors.
(3) Facilitate connection and support services for LGBTI+ individuals.
(4) Promote public awareness and positive social change.
Objective
The Outreach Expert will play a key role in implementing field activities and community engagement under the project. They will work closely with the project team to identify, reach, and support LGBTI+ individuals, strengthen connections with local stakeholders, and increase visibility of Streha’s services and advocacy work in the three target cities.
Scope of Work
The Outreach Expert will be responsible for:
- Conducting outreach activities and meetings with LGBTI+ individuals, informal groups, and allies in Lezhë, Korçë, and Lushnjë.
- Presenting Streha Center’s services and ensuring that potential beneficiaries have access to clear and reliable information.
- Building and maintaining regular communication with community leaders, youth activists, and LGBTI+ organisations at the local level.
- Supporting the identification and referral of beneficiaries to Streha’s services (psychosocial, legal, and housing support).
- Developing and implementing outreach strategies to increase the project’s visibility and ensure participation from diverse groups.
- Coordinating with the Project Coordinator and Social Media Manager to share field insights and community needs.
- Participating in regular coordination and reporting meetings with the project team.
- Deliverables
The Outreach Expert will be responsible for:
The Outreach Expert will be responsible for:
- Monthly activity reports describing outreach meetings, key observations, and results achieved.
- Updated contact lists of local community leaders, NGOs, and stakeholders in the three regions.
- Outreach initiatives or community meetings organised per target city during the contract period.
- Final summary report of outreach activities and recommendations for sustainability.
- Timeline
- Start Date: August 2025
- End Date: March 2025
- Required Qualifications
- At least 2 years of experience in community work, outreach, or field-based activities.
- Proven experience working with LGBTI+ communities, youth groups, or other vulnerable populations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Sensitivity to human rights, inclusion, and diversity.
- Ability to travel to project locations (Lezhë, Korçë, Lushnjë).
- Commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards.
- Application Process
Interested candidates should submit the following:
- Resume/CV: Detailing relevant experience and skills.
The interested candidate should send the required documents through the email info@strehacenter.org, until the 28 of July 2025.
