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| Social Mobilizer | |||
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| Country | Afghanistan | Province | Herat, |
| Categories | Health Care, | Type | Full Time |
| Post Date | 2024-02-08 | Close Date | 2024-02-13 |
| Vacancy No | CARE-AF-0823 | Gender | Male |
| No Of Jobs | 8 | Contract Duration | 4-Months |
| Education | Graduated from 12 grade at least, and higher education level will be preferred especially medical institute. | Experience | The Candidate must have at least one-year previous experience in the relevant field. |
| Organization | Opportunities for you | Salary | Based on NSP Salary Scale |
About Company
About CARE AFGHANISTAN: CARE is a non-governmental, non-political, non-profit, non-partisan and non-sectarian humanitarian organization, extending its relief and development assistance to those in need. CARE, as an International Confederation of 13 member organizations is one of the world's largest private humanitarian organizations working in more than 90 plus, countries committed to helping communities in the developing world achieve lasting victories over poverty.
Job Description
- Summary of Key Functions
SUMARRY OF JOB DESCRIPTION:
- The proposed social mobilizer is mainly responsible to support CARE International Health facility activities in a given/selected area/village.
- Assist Establishment of community health shuras in the health facility levels.
- To make schedule for monthly health Shura meetings.
- Support Health facility to organize services in terms of clients/patients flow control/screening.
- Establishment coordination between community and health facility.
- Responsible to support community in finding and solving health problems.
- Assist HF staff in providing plans of community health programs in the health facility and the catchments areas.
- Conduct community awareness sessions as per Health Facility plan and IEC materials given by Health Facility In-charge/doctor on regular basis.
- Conduct health education sessions according to the health facility health education plan.
- Regular reporting to health facility.
- To use and report Health committee information to monitor the health status and deliver the report to head of health facility.
The incumbent of the position is responsible for
Key relations
- Reports to health facility In-Charge and field supervisor
- Coordinate with Members of the sub health centre (SHC), and the Provision of Essential Life-Saving Healthcare Services to Underserved Populations Affected by Earthquakes in Herat Province staff.
- Key Results Expected
- Coordination Established between Health Facility and community in the surrounding areas of the Health Facility
- Local community awareness level improved regarding the health care services available in the health facility.
- Community level referral of increased to Health Facility.
- Health promoted in the target areas of the health facility.
Safeguarding Responsibilities:
- Uphold CARE’s Safeguarding Policy (https://www.care-international.org/resources/care-international-safeguarding-policy) and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.
- Must read the Safeguarding Policy and either sign the Safeguarding Code of Conduct or sign a Code of Conduct that is consistent with or references this policy and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.
Safety and Security Responsibility:
We all have a responsibility to promote a safe and secure work environment, foster a safety and security culture, and ensure consistent application of, and compliance with, CARE Afghanistan safety and security policies and procedures.
Job Requirement
Core Competencies:
- Detail-oriented and self-motivated.
- Knowledge of health and hygiene education and infection prevention
- Able to listen well, accurately communicate ideas, and to work well in a team.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, with a range of individuals and groups.
- Work enthusiastically and with patient
- Culturally flexible and respect the multi-cultural environment.
Skills and Experience:
Skills:
- Previous working experience (at least one years in the communities mainly involved in health education, awareness, community mobilization and other social works).
- Excellent skills of problem-solving and decision making
- Strong communication skills
- Patient counselling and advice
- Willingness to work in COVID-19 situation but will be having PPE and IPC measurements provided.
- Good teamwork spirit
- Willingness to learn new skills.
Education:
- Graduated from 12 grade at least, and higher education level will be preferred especially medical institute.
Work Experience:
- The Candidate must have at least one-year previous experience in the relevant field.
Languages Skills:
- Fluency in spoken and written Dari and Pashtu is a requirement. English Language skills is a plus point.
Safeguarding
CARE places human dignity at the center of its relief and development work. At the heart of CARE’s efforts to impact poverty and social justice is its engagement with marginalized communities, and vulnerable adults and children. Vulnerable adults and children are particularly at risk of sexual exploitation and abuse. CARE commits to the protection from sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse and of vulnerable adults and children, involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel. CARE has a zero tolerance toward sexual exploitation and abuse and child abuse. CARE takes seriously all concerns and complaints about sexual exploitation, harassment and abuse and child abuse involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel
CARE Afghanistan participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All CARE Afghanistan’s offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting an application, the applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Submission Guideline
- Please submit your completed CARE Standard Job application form (ACBAR: Application Form) along with updated CV to afg.vacancies@care.org.
- Applications after the closing date (12:00 AM) and without CARE Application form will not be accepted.
- Please Indicate the position title, Vacancy Number in the Subject Line (Social Mobilizer CARE-AF-0823 Herat) otherwise your application will not be considered.
- Please note that there is no telephonic inquiry and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted with and call for Interview.
- The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a Background Check, Bridger check & Reference check and be compliant and sign up to Care Afghanistan’s Code of Conduct, PSHA (Prevention from Sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse) and other Care Afghanistan policies prior to a final offer being made.
- People with Physical Disabilities and Women are highly encourage to apply.
- CARE IS COMMITTED TO SAFEGUARDING POLICY (Available at: Safeguarding)
- CARE IS COMMITTED TO CODE OF CONDUCT (Available at: CARE Afg Code of Conduct (updated).pdf)