Community Mobilizer (WASH)
Country Afghanistan Province Nangarhar,
Categories Nursing, Health Care, Type Full Time
Post Date 2024-01-13 Close Date 2024-01-25
Vacancy No VAC-11248 Gender male female
No Of Jobs 1 Contract Duration 6 Months
Education High school diploma / Certificate or a combination of equivalent training and practical experience in Public Health, Community Development, Social Development, Education and/or Public Health, Environmental science, water management or related fields. Experience At least 2 years of experience in community mobilization, public health and WASH, especially in conflict or post-conflict area.
Organization Opportunities for you Salary As per organization salary scale

About Company

About CTG: CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006. CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions. Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.

Job Description

Under the overall supervision of the WASH Programme Manager and WASH Officer, and under the direct supervision of the Regional Project Assistant, the successful candidate will support the implementation of activities committed in project proposals and those required for development and sustainability of the IOM WASH Programme in Afghanistan.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

  • Mobilize community for the WASH programme activities, organize house-to-house hygiene promotion visits, focus group discussions and mass awareness campaigns to promote good hygiene practices within targeted communities.  
  • Mobilize community for the WASH programme activities, organize distribution of hygiene kits to promote good hygiene practices within targeted communities.  
  • Promote safe WASH practices, including appropriate use and maintenance of WASH facilities and services, and improved hygiene behaviours
  • Enable effective dialogue with the affected / targeted community to allow the organization to be held to account for the quality of the WASH programme
  • Help identify needs for non-food items relevant to hygiene, participate in the choice of items, targeting strategy, promotion of effective use, and post-distribution monitoring
  • Assist in selecting, train, and manage Standing Committees from the targeted community (Community Water Management Committee members and other community volunteers) or other hygiene outreach workers within the targeted beneficiaries
  • Assist the project team in the assessment for selection of districts and communities for the WASH programme activities.
  • Assist in the implementation of community events to raise awareness about key hygiene issues and their implications on the health of the community. Examples include “World water day” or “handwashing Days” and the programmes of hygiene and health education established in Schools, child friendly spaces, etc.
  • Facilitate and conduct community level participatory hazard vulnerability, community action plans, capacity assessments and WASH assessments.
  • Mobilize district official and community members for the district level WASH Programme activities and assist the district authorities and communities in preparation.
  • Prepare and submit narrative weekly, monthly, quarterly, and other reports on the WASH activities including training and community mobilization.
  • Assist in monitoring and ensuring proper field/camp data collection, analysis and storage.
  • Responsible for mobilizing staff and members of schools, Child friendly spaces and other institutions including establishment of hygiene and sanitation clubs and schools/institutions.
  • Conducting KAP surveys, household water sue/consumption surveys etc.
  • Give support to the monitoring and evaluation team while performing their activities in the field.

Any other related functions as may be required by the supervisor.

Job Requirement

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

High school diploma / Certificate or a combination of equivalent training and practical experience in Public Health, Community Development, Social Development, Education and/or Public Health, Environmental science, water management or related fields.

Experience

  • At least 2 years of experience in community mobilization, public health and WASH, especially in conflict or post-conflict area.
  • Experience with specialised international agencies (UN Agencies, International Organisations, and International specialized NGOs) is an advantage.
  • Good knowledge of United Nation agencies, national/international institutions, government and NGO mandates and programmes;
  • Direct experience in the targeted provinces is essential.
  • Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
  • Relevant Senior level experience including managerial experience in the field of emergency response and humanitarian assistance and Shelter Cluster coordination experience.
  • Experience in needs assessment and strategic designs/ of programmes are advantages.
  • Experience in working with displacement populations (new influxes returns).
  • Provide managerial support guidance capacity building and technical trainings at sub national level.
  • Delivery of shelter and other clusters specific training activities.
  • Minimum two years of experience working in the cluster system.
  • Experience in producing report on shelter activities at all levels including collection of data, compilation, analysis, and submission.
  • Knowledge of budget management highly advantageous.
  • Demonstrated experience and knowledge of IOM procedures are highly advantageous.
  • Demonstrated experience and knowledge of UN procedures are highly advantageous.
  • Experience with specialized international agencies (UN Agencies, International Organizations, and International specialized NGOs) and in complex humanitarian operations, including conflict and post-conflict situations.
  • Good knowledge of UN, IOM, International Organizations and NGO mandates and programs in the area of migrant's rights in humanitarian assistance, cluster coordination, post-conflict migration, and development.
  • Direct experience in the region.
  • External Representation experience and/or experience in leading a coordination forum such as a working group or cluster (previous experience with IOM in this role an advantage).
  • Experience in liaising with governmental authorities and local communities.
  • Knowledge in MS Office, information management and other relevant skills

SKILLS

  • In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,
  • Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
  • Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.
  • Demonstrated computer skills, including MS Office package.
  • Good organizational and monitoring skills
  • Good assessment, analytical and planning skills
  • Ability to work under supervision.
  • Good oral and reporting skills
  • Knowledge of water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH)
  • Good organizational and monitoring skills
  • Good assessment, analytical and planning skills
  • Ability to work under supervision.
  • Good oral and reporting skills

Languages

Dari and/or Pashto

Note: Applications from qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Required Competencies:

  VALUES - All IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

  • Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
  • Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
  • Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
  • Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
  • Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
     

CORE COMPETENCIES - Behavioural indicators – Level 2 – G6 And Above

  • Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
  • Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
  • Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
  • Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
  • Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
     

MANAGERIAL COMPETENCIES - Behavioral indicators – Level 2

  • Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
  • Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
  • Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
  • Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
  • Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

Other:

Any offer made to the candidate about this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

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