Community Mobilization Officer

About Mercy Corps Afghanistan

Job Summary

The Community Mobilization officer is responsible for organizing meetings with Communities to facilitate them to prioritize their needs and write the proposal. He has to collect the proposals and have close coordination with local authorities. He is also responsible to implement the CoMo methodology for each project

Duties & Responsibilities

 Identify target communities and mobilize community groups, particularly toward the formation and training of strong and effective Community Working Groups
 Conduct feasibility assessments for potential Cash-for-Work Program activities and select the prioritized project with the community
 Be familiar with program log frame, including program goals, objectives and indicators
 Assist in the implementation of the community mobilization strategy in a manner that promotes gender equality, democratic decision-making and is all-inclusive
 Participate in the design of the Cash-for-Work Program community mobilization strategy and a workable implementation plan within the Cash-for-Work Program time frame and MC policies
 Promote and adhere to the principles and objectives of Cash-for-Work Program and Mercy Corps
 In close supervision with the Senior Community Mobilization Officer , design a strategic community development plan, in particular with focusing on agricultural support, community working group formation, community ownership and contribution, and training and mentoring of selected community members
 Assist in implementing the activity plans identified and agreed upon by the communities for projects according to the guidelines and schedules set by the Cash-for-Work Program community mobilization strategy
 Liaise and coordinate with other Cash-for-Work Program staff for community project implementation
 Provide technical assistance to and advise community groups on project identification and implementation strategies
 Liaise and work with Community Working Groups and projects to ensure accountability and best use of project resources
 Regularly provide recommendations for the improvement of Cash-for-Work Program activities and overall program strategy
 Make frequent trips throughout the target areas to establish and maintain contact with community groups and beneficiary populations
 Use and take care of the MC equipment and assets according to MC policies and regulations
 Survey, evaluate and recommend target beneficiary populations
 Prepare and conduct trainings and learning tools/materials for communities and/or other trainers
 Identify training needs of communities and develop them into simple training courses that help communities to self-assess their current situation and identify possible solutions, which can be potentially taken on by the Cash-for-Work Program implementation plan.
 Design, and, if security allows, facilitate trainings in rural communities in accordance with Cash-for-Work Program plan
 Adhere to all Mercy Corps administrative procedures and policies
 Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and not to jeopardize its humanitarian mission in Afghanistan
 Collect data from field teams and prepare summarized reports for Cash-for-Work Program Community Manager
 Assist with general program operations and field-based activities
 Liaise with and support key program staff to ensure that Cash-for-Work Program is running effectively and making best use of project resources.
 Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Preferable candidate is from Pul-e-Khumri or Surrounding Areas.
At least two years community mobilization experience required; minimum secondary school degree in relevant field required, college/university degree in relevant field preferred. Ability to form strong, professional relations with community leaders and members required; experience with community groups, youth and women capacity building strongly preferred. Background in community assessment and participatory rural appraisal (PRA) techniques strongly preferred. Training and mentoring experience strongly preferred. Must be able to work independently and show initiative, able to write reports, possess computer and basic administrative and organizational skills as well as good spoken and written English, Dari and Pashtu desired. Willingness to travel throughout the project area required on a regular and frequent basis, with familiarity with the project area required. Preference will be given to former or current Mercy Corps Afghanistan employees.

Submission Guideline

Please submit your applications including CV, cover- letter and three traceable references via email to:

HR Department
Shashsad koti , Near to Pakiza amam
Mercy Corps (Baghlan) Office


vacanciesplk@af.mercycorps.org

Please clearly specify in the email subject and cover letter which position you are applying for.
priority is given to resident of Baghlan province.

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