Community Mobilizer – Lakki Marwat ( UC – Shapkhel )

Z.M.K. & Co. (ZMK) is seeking qualified and motivated individuals for the role of Community Mobilizer in Lakki Marwat (UC – Shapkhel) under the Communication Network (COMNet) Programme. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to support 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. The Community Mobilizer will work closely with local communities, influencers, and stakeholders to promote immunization activities, overcome barriers to vaccine acceptance, and ensure smooth implementation of program objectives within the designated area.

Key Responsibilities
- Mobilize and engage community members to enhance awareness, participation, and confidence in Polio and Routine Immunization programs.
- 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 still-missed children (including refusals and not available cases) and support efforts to address immunization barriers.
- Build and sustain strong relationships with community influencers, religious and tribal leaders, women and youth representatives, Community Based Organizations (CBOs), health workers, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Collaborate with communities to identify and resolve misconceptions, misinformation, and other challenges affecting vaccine uptake.
- Coordinate with government officials and local stakeholders during demand generation, boycott refusals, and crisis communication efforts.
- Participate in training sessions and capacity-building activities 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 community visits.
- Support advocacy and community mobilization activities within assigned Integrated Service Delivery (ISD) areas, as applicable.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications
- Male or female candidates must be from the same locality as the area of work, with good knowledge of the local environment, including language, religious practices, and cultural norms.
- Minimum education 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 programs.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of working effectively with diverse community members and stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with good planning and prioritization skills.
- Proficiency in local languages and Urdu.
- Comfortable using smartphones for program-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. However, selection will be 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.