Social Mobilizer

The incumbent will be responsible for implementation of social mobilization component within programs in line with IRP strategy. 

Implement the organization’s community mobilization strategy in a manner that promotes gender equality, and democratic decision-making and is all-inclusive. In close supervision with the line supervisor design a strategic community development plan, in particular, focusing on food security, livelihood, Agriculture and climate resilience. 

Technical Level

• Implementation of social mobilization activities as per IRP social mobilization strategy/business process/project documents
• Networking & Coordination
• Capacity building of Community Organization (CMST, LMST) 
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and ERP systems

Operational Level

• Contribute in devising social mobilization strategy as per business process/project documents
• To resolve all the social conflicts in the targeted communities by application of participatory approaches in an amicable way.
• Implementation of the organization’s community mobilization strategy in a manner that promotes gender equality, and democratic decision-making and is all-Inclusive.
• Communication, Planning & Scheduling, Time and Stress Management, Situation handling, Leadership Skills, People & team management 

Organizational Level

• Demonstration of IR Values while working with communities
• Empowering communities to ensure organizational accountability
• Knowledge of IR strategic priorities
• Assisting in identification & documentation of organizational successes
• Adaptation of environment-friendly & cost-effective approaches/activities for community development
• Assisting in special attention to inclusion during the implementation.

• Assisting in strengthening mechanisms to influence the decision-makers through communities’ advocacy & campaigning.
  
  The following are the main responsibilities that the role holder will be accountable for: 

  The job holder is accountable for fulfilling his / her roles and responsibilities in line with Islamic values and principles of fairness, humanity, honesty, respect and fair treatment of his/her colleagues and team members.

• To build and maintain positive working relationships with local communities, organizations and team members. Management of service delivery, including quality assurance, accountability and sustainability.
• Supporting the strategic development of the sector, and representing the sector in relevant partnerships. (when/where require)
• To ensure that accurate records are maintained and to monitor the outcomes of social mobilization.
• To mobilize the target community for integrated intervention of the organization in Connection to Agriculture, Climate resilience, food security , to develop ToP for Village Organization (VO), Community Micro Projects (sub Committees for CMPs in VO), and water management committee, make agreements with respective committees and sub committees.
• To resolve all the social conflicts in the targeted communities by application of participatory approaches in an amicable way.
• Assist in the implementation of the organization community mobilization strategy in the manner that promotes gender equality, democratic decision-making and is all-Inclusive.
• In close supervision with the line supervisor implement the strategic community development plan, in particular, focusing on Agriculture, Climate resilience, food security, water management etc
• Preparation of Village development plan (VDP) through using different PRA tools.
• Implementation of activity plans identified and agreed by the communities for projects according to the guidelines and schedules set by the organization Mobilization strategy.
• Assist in conducting feasibility assessments for potential CPIs, relevant to Agriculture Livelihood, DRR identified by community through PRA.
• Liaise and coordinate with other organization project and support staff for Community project implementation.
• Provide technical assistance to and advise community groups on project Identification and implementation strategies.

• Liaise and work with community groups and projects to ensure accountability and Best use of project.

  
  PERSON SPECIFICATION

  It is essential that the post holder shows a good understanding and sympathy with the organizational values & principles, vision, and mission as well as commitment to its SEAH (sexual exploitation abuse, and harassment) protocols. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards SEAH and don’t support any action that promotes or encourages SEAH.

  Qualification:

• Bachelor / Master’s degree in Sociology/Social Work or related field.
  Experience:
• Minimum experience of similar role in NGO setup:
  1 Year with Master’s degree and/or 2 years with bachelor’s degree in relevant role
  Computer Skills:
• MS Office, Outlook, ERP systems familiarity
  Language:
• English, Urdu, and Sindhi Local Languages
  Skills

• Organizational and coordination skills.

• Ability to create, composes, and edit the field record.

• Interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of people in a multicultural community.

• Knowledge of hygiene promotion approaches in emergencies particularly flood emergencies. 

• Knowledge of Social Mobilization principles and procedures.

• Ability to gather data, compiles information and prepare reports.

• Ability to develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures

• Command on MS Office, use of internet and emails

  Key Personal Qualities:

• Responsible

• Punctual

• Trustworthy

• Conflict handler

  Value Added Skills 

• He or She must have experience of working for a Humanitarian Organization specifically in recovery and development phases.
   

  Declarations # 1: I hereby confirm that I have never been involved and/or charged in violation of SEAH (Sexual Exploitation Abuse & Harassment) related concerns in my career.

  Declarations # 2: I confirm that the above information in the CV/Application is complete and correct and that any untrue or misleading information will give my employer the right to terminate any employment contract offered.

  Declarations # 3: I agree that information contained within this application and supporting documents (including "sensitive information”) may be accessed, stored and used and by the organization in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.

  Pre-employment Checks:

  Any employment with Islamic Relief will be subject to the following checks:

• Screening clearance

• Receipt of satisfactory references

  Please note, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are eligible to live and work in Pakistan. We are unable to progress applications that would require sponsorship.

  Our Values and Commitment to Safeguarding:

  IR is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom IR engages. IR expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

  The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organization.

  All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records checks. IRW also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.

  In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

  By applying, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

   

  Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer

  Note:  Prefrenece will be given to Local applicants & Incomplete forms will not be Entertained.