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Community Mobilizer
Country Afghanistan Province Herat,
Categories Program, Type Full Time
Post Date 2022-02-27 Close Date 2022-03-02
Vacancy No W-HRT-063 Gender male female
No Of Jobs 4 Contract Duration One year (with possibility of extension)
Education Bachelor degree Experience 2 Years
Organization Opportunities for you Salary Based on WASSA's salary scale

About Company

About WASSA: Women Activities & Social Service Association (WASSA) established in 2002 in Afghanistan, as non-governmental organization, committed to seeking ways for women empowerment in Afghanistan. WASSA aims to promote women equal participation in socio-economic sectors of the country. WASSA works directly with communities in order to bring change in social attitude of the community regarding women. A envision “Equal participation of women & men in all sectors of the country

Job Description

Community Mobilizer is responsible for maintaining a close relationship with the communities to facilitate a smooth program and project implementation. Facilitate awareness creation measures and facilitate community responses and develop contact and professional relationships with community elders, religious leaders, and the Community Development Councils. S/he will ensure the smooth running of assigned project activities in the targeted areas and report to the Project Manager.

 

  • Assist in the implementation the community mobilization strategy in a manner that promotes gender equality, democratic decision-making and is all-inclusive.
  • Participate in the design of the Project community mobilization strategy and come up with a workable implementation plan within the Project time-frame and WASSA policies.
  • Conduct and analyses needs assessments and participatory rural appraisals as needed.
  • Identify target communities and mobilize community male/female groups.
  • Prepare and conduct trainings and learning tools/materials for communities and/or other trainers.
  • projects according to the guidelines and schedules set by the WASSA community mobilization strategy.
  • Coordinate effectively with government representatives, including, DoRR and provincial and district leaders.
  • Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of community groups ‘progress and make recommendation for the improvements;
  • Provide regular written activity reports to the Project Manager.
  • Promote and adhere to the principles and objectives of WASSA;
  • Engage women in community participation in a way that promotes gender equality respecting the local environment and adapts to the western Afghanistan cultural values.
  • Adhere to all WASSA administrative procedures and policies;
  • Adhere to all WASS and security policies;
  • Assist with general program operations and field-based activity;
  • Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to WASSA and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission in Afghanistan.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Influence & Representation

  • Identify, build and manage collaborative partnerships with local governments and other stakeholders relevant to the project.
  • Communicate effectively to ensure overall project targets and donor obligations are met.
  • Security

  • Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country security strategy and regular advisory.
  • Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

Job Requirement

  • Bachelor degree with minimum of 3 years of professional experience in the field.
  • Excellent Dari, Pashto and Basic English language skills.
  • Proficiency in the use of computer office applications and email.
  • Strong educational, livelihoods, business development, marketing skills.
  • Ability to regularly travel to the project sites for doing field work.
  • Should be familiar with the area’s culture, traditions and its sensitivities.
  • Experience in working with and coordinating with INGOs and other stakeholders.
  • Strong interpersonal, intercultural and communication skills.
  • Enthusiasm and commitment to improving others’ good governance opportunities, and at engaging with rural communities and marginalized urban households.
  • Able to provide clear and brief written reports.

Submission Guideline

  • Interested qualified candidates should submit a full CV with a cover letter in a single word/pdf document file, explaining their motivation in applying for the job and highlighting their relevant skills and experience.
  • To apply online please send your application / CV to hr@wassa.org.af
  • The subject line must include (Community Mobilizer – W-HRT-063), otherwise your application may not be considered.
  • Deadline for application submission is before 28. Feb .2022 otherwise your application may not be considered.
  • Please do not attach your educational documents. These will be requested if called for interview.
  • Only short-listed candidates will be invited for written test and interview.

Application without specified subject line will not be considered.

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