Shipboard Youth Activities Lead (Global)

Princess Cruises; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Single cabin

Travel to ship included

Onboard benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Princess Cruises is seeking a Youth Activities Manager to lead and oversee the onboard Youth & Family Program. You will plan, organize, and deliver age-appropriate activities while ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for children and families.

This role requires coaching a diverse Youth Staff, coordinating with shipboard leaders, and managing program budgets and logistics. Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years in youth programming with supervisory experience, CPR/First Aid certification,

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in youth programming, education, or recreational leadership with supervisory experience.
• Fluent English is required; additional languages are a plus.
• CPR and First Aid certification required (or willing to obtain before embarkation).

Responsibilities

• Lead the onboard Youth & Family Program by planning, organizing, and overseeing activities.
• Ensure a safe, welcoming environment for children and families with safety protocols.
• Coach and develop the Youth Staff team with training and feedback.
• Collaborate with Entertainment Director to align programming with strategy.
• Monitor program performance and guest satisfaction; manage logistics and budget.

Skills

Youth program planning

Leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Education/Child Development degree

Job description

Princess Cruises is seeking a Youth Activities Manager to lead and oversee the onboard Youth & Family Program. You will plan, organize, and deliver age-appropriate activities while ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for children and families.

This role requires coaching a diverse Youth Staff, coordinating with shipboard leaders, and managing program budgets and logistics. Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years in youth programming with supervisory experience, CPR/First Aid certification,