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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
JOB TITLE: Community Development Officer
EMPLOYER: Land Settlement Agency (LSA)
REPORTS TO: Manager, Community Development Unit
SUPERVISION GIVEN TO: None
TYPE OF POSITION: Contractual Position
Job Summary
The Land Settlement Agency is responsible for the social development of residents within squatting communities, through community development initiatives. The Community Development Officer is responsible for implementing and monitoring community development activities, including undertaking conflict resolutions, conducting surveys, and communicating with community groups and external agencies.
Duties and Responsibilities
Identifies, facilitates, and coordinates community development projects and programmes.
Liaises with related agencies such as community groups, governmental and non-governmental organisations to effect a collaborative approach to community development.
Interfaces with other LSA professional and non-professional staff involved in community development matters.
Educates and counsels beneficiaries on all aspects of Squatter Regularisation and mediates in situations of possible conflict.
Conducts and uses field surveys to inform development activities.
Performs other related duties.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge: Knowledge in analyzing quantitative and qualitative data; considerable knowledge and experience of the principles and practices of community development.
Skills and Abilities: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; good oral and written communication skills; ability to work unsupervised, use initiative, and work effectively in teams; mediation skills would be an asset.
Minimum Experience and Training
First Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or a related field from a recognized university.
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the field of community development and social work.
Any equivalent combination of experience and training will be considered.
Application Package Requirements
Applicants are required to submit as a single document:
A Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Name & telephone contact of two (2) references
A Certificate of Good Character
Copies of all relevant academic certificates
A Passport-sized photograph
📬 Submission Instructions
Applications are to be addressed to:
Human Resource Specialist
Land Settlement Agency
Orange Grove Road South
Orange Grove Estate
TACARIGUA
Submission Methods:
Email: Send to vacancies@lsa.gov.tt
Post or Hand-Delivery: Deliver to the address above on weekdays from 8 am to 4 pm. (The position must be clearly stated on the envelope).
Additional Details:
Job Descriptions: To view the full Job Description, please visit www.lsatt.com
Deadline for Submission: Friday 25th September, 2026 at 4pm.
Note: All applications will be treated with strict confidence. Unsuitable applications will not be acknowledged.
🌐 Official Channels
Website: www.lsatt.com
Facebook / Instagram: @LandSettlementAgency
TikTok: @land_settlement_agency
