Community Mobilizer

Job Description

Position: Community Mobilizer
The Community Mobilizer is responsible for engaging with community members, particularly influential figures, men, and elders, to facilitate the gathering of women and girls at Health Facilities (HFs) or Service Delivery Points (SDPs) to receive necessary health services. The role involves conducting community mobilization sessions, identifying vulnerable families for assistance, and maintaining records of distributed kits.

Key Responsibilities:

·       Community Engagement: Communicate and coordinate with community influential members and elders to gather women and girls for health services at HFs/SDPs.

·       Mobilization Sessions: Conduct regular community mobilization sessions to inform community members about services delivered in the Maternal and Child Health Centers (MCHCs).

·       Vulnerability Identification: Identify vulnerable families eligible for assistance based on established selection criteria.

·       Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of kits distributed by MCHCs.

·       Awareness Sessions: Conduct daily awareness sessions regarding health services provided in the MCHC.

·       Support Staff: Assist other MCHC staff as a co-facilitator to ensure smooth service delivery.

·       Stakeholder Relationships: Establish and maintain working relationships with stakeholders at the district and community level for effective project implementation.

·       Community Visits: Regularly visit locations in the MCHC coverage area and engage with community leaders to promote MCHC services.

·       Information Dissemination: Inform village residents about MCHC services through community outreach.

·       Message Distribution: Spread key messages on health services, psychosocial services, and other relevant topics.

·       Service Follow-Up: Assist relevant staff in following up on service delivery.

·       Reporting: Provide situation analysis and progress reports to the supervisor and MCHC in-charge, including security updates and community changes.

·       Orientation Sessions: Organize orientations for community members and beneficiaries on project activities and their roles.

·       Quality Assurance: Assist project team leaders in ensuring quality implementation of project activities in the field.

·       Additional Tasks: Perform any other tasks as requested by the supervisor and MCHC in-charge.

Responsibilities on Safety and Security, Gender and Inclusion, and Safeguarding:

·       Adhere to safety and security responsibilities, ensuring a safe environment through awareness, reporting, and policy enforcement.

·       Promote gender equality and inclusion, fostering an inclusive workplace that respects diverse identities and experiences.

·       Uphold ethical standards and prevent abuse, including sexual harassment and exploitation, through adherence to CARE’s policies.

Job Requirements

·       Education: At least a baccalaureate degree; a university degree in social science or similar fields is preferable.

·       Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in community mobilization with INGOs/NGOs/Government.

·       Travel Ability: Willingness and ability to travel to remote areas and districts.

·       Community Relations: Established good relations and reputation within the target community.

·       Communication Skills: Strong communication skills to effectively engage with community members.

·       Organizational Skills: Good organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.

Submission Guideline

Interested applicants should submit their completed CARE Standard Job application form (ACBAR: Application Form) along with an updated CV to afg.vacancies@care.org.

·       Applications received after the closing date (12:00 AM) and without the CARE Application form will not be accepted.

·       Please indicate the position title and Vacancy Number in the subject line (Community Mobilizer CARE-AF-1329); otherwise, your application will not be considered.

·       Note that there will be no telephonic inquiries, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.

·       The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a Background Check, Bridger check, and Reference check, and comply with and sign CARE Afghanistan’s Code of Conduct, PSHA (Prevention from Sexual Harassment, Exploitation, and Abuse), and other policies prior to a final offer being made.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CARE is an Equal Opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.

MDS (Misconduct Disclosure Scheme)

CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. We request information from previous employers regarding any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and/or sexual harassment during employment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Submission Email:

Afg.Vacancies@care.org