Community Mobilizer – DI Khan ( UC – Chaudwan, Dera Jatt II, Keich, Laar, Ratta Kulachi, Wanda Khan Muhammad, Kirikhesor, Mahra, Bhagwani, Rakh Ma

Z.M.K. & Co. (ZMK) is seeking motivated and community-oriented individuals for the position of Community Mobilizer under the Communication Network (COMNet) Programme in DI Khan, covering Union Councils including Chaudwan, Dera Jatt II, Keich, Laar, Ratta Kulachi, Wanda Khan Muhammad, Kirikhesor, Mahra, Bhagwani, and Rakh Mandhran. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI) and strengthen Routine Immunization (RI) efforts by fostering community awareness, building trust, and encouraging positive behavior change through effective engagement with local populations.

Key Responsibilities
- Mobilize and engage community members to enhance awareness, participation, and trust in Polio and Routine Immunization programmes.
- Plan, organize, and conduct community engagement activities such as 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 missed children, including refusals and not available cases, and support strategies to overcome immunization barriers.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with community influencers, religious and tribal leaders, women and youth leaders, community-based organizations (CBOs), health workers, and other stakeholders.
- Collaborate with communities to identify and address misconceptions, misinformation, and other obstacles to vaccine uptake.
- Coordinate with government officials and local stakeholders during demand generation, boycott refusals, and crisis communication efforts.
- Participate in training and capacity-building activities to enhance community mobilization and communication skills.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting of field activities, issues, and suspected Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) cases identified during community visits.
- Support advocacy and community mobilization activities in 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 involvement with community-based organizations or committees is preferred, especially in immunization or public health programmes.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of working effectively with diverse community members and stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with good planning and prioritization skills.
- Proficiency in local languages and Urdu is essential.
- Competency in using smartphones for programme-related tasks 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 of work. However, selection will be strictly merit-based to ensure the most suitable candidate is 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 in line with organizational needs. ZMK is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages female candidates to apply.