Z.M.K. & Co. (ZMK) is seeking a motivated and community-oriented individual for the role of Community Mobilizer in Mardan, specifically for Union Council Gujjar Gari, Shareef Abad. This position is part of the Communication Network (COMNet) Programme and offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI) and enhance Routine Immunization (RI) efforts. The Community Mobilizer will engage with local communities to raise awareness, build trust, and encourage positive behavior change related to immunization. This role involves close collaboration with community members, local influencers, and stakeholders to overcome barriers to vaccine uptake and support the successful implementation of immunization activities within the assigned area.
Key Responsibilities
- Mobilize and engage community members to increase awareness, participation, and trust in Polio and Routine Immunization programmes.
- Plan, organize, and conduct community engagement activities such as community meetings, door-to-door visits, and outreach events.
- Promote coverage of missed children by raising community awareness and involving local influencers and leaders.
- Regularly profile still-missed children, including refusals and not-available cases, and assist in addressing immunization barriers.
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with community influencers, religious and tribal leaders, women and youth leaders, Community Based Organizations (CBOs), health workers, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Work with communities to identify and counter misconceptions, misinformation, and other obstacles affecting immunization uptake.
- Coordinate with government officials and local stakeholders during demand generation, boycott refusals, and crisis communication efforts.
- Participate in training and capacity-building sessions to enhance community mobilization and communication skills.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting of field activities, issues, and any suspected Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) cases identified during visits.
- Support advocacy and community mobilization activities within assigned Integrated Service Delivery (ISD) areas when applicable.
- Perform any additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Required Qualifications
- Male or female candidates must be from the same locality as the area of work, with strong knowledge of the local environment, including language, religious practices, and cultural norms.
- Minimum education level of Intermediate (FA/FSc or equivalent).
- Proven experience in community development, social work, or community-based organizations/committees is preferred, especially within immunization or public health programmes.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse community members and stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing and prioritizing tasks efficiently.
- Proficiency in local languages and Urdu is essential.
- Comfortable using smartphones for programme activities and reporting.
Preferred Qualifications and Additional Information
Preference will be given to candidates residing within or belonging to the respective Union Council or assigned area. However, selection will be strictly merit-based, and the most suitable candidate will be appointed. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further recruitment stages. Any attempt to influence the recruitment process or submission of false information may lead to disqualification. ZMK reserves the right to modify, suspend, or cancel the recruitment process at any stage according to organizational needs. As an equal opportunity employer, ZMK strongly encourages female candidates to apply.