Community Mobilizer

The purpose of a Community Mobilizer in an immunization programme is to increase community participation and awareness of immunization programmes through community engagement, behaviour change communication, and social mobilization strategies. The role of a Community Mobilizer is to build and maintain relationships with community stakeholders, identify and address barriers to immunization uptake, and monitor and report on community engagement activities and outcomes to improve programme planning and decision-making.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mobilize and engage community members to increase their knowledge and understanding of immunization programmes, promote community trust and participation, and encourage behaviour change.
• Plan and organize community mobilization activities such as community meetings, door-to-door visits, and community outreach events.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community stakeholders, including local leaders, health workers, and community-based organizations.
• Work with community members to identify and address barriers to immunization uptake, including misconceptions and misinformation about vaccines.
• Monitor and report on community engagement activities and outcomes to inform programme planning and decision-making.
• Participate in training and capacity building activities to improve knowledge and skills related to community mobilization and immunization programmes.
• Any other task assigned by the supervisor. 

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or in a relevant field, such as community development, social work or minimum intermediate education.
• At least 1-2 years of experience in community mobilization and engagement activities, preferably in immunization or public health programmes.
• Knowledge of community engagement principles and strategies, including behaviour change communication and social mobilization.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with community members and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to plan and prioritize work effectively.
• Proficiency in local languages and English. 

SKILLS

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness.
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications

KPIs

• Number of community members engaged in immunization activities.
• Number of community events organized and attended.
• Percentage increase in immunization coverage in the community.
• Number of community-based organizations and leaders engaged in immunization activities.
• Quality and timeliness of reporting on community engagement activities and outcomes.
• Number of successful behaviour change campaigns conducted. 

Disclaimer

• MicroMerger is an equal-opportunity and female-friendly employer. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Selection will be based on merit, qualifications, experience, and job requirements, without discrimination.
• Only eligible and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for tests or interviews.
• Incomplete, inaccurate, or late applications may not be considered.
• Any attempt to influence the recruitment process, including bribery, favouritism, pressure, or personal references, will result in immediate disqualification.
• MicroMerger has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, corruption, fraud, discrimination, and workplace misconduct.
• Positions may be offered on a contract basis and extended according to performance, project needs, and funding availability.
• MicroMerger reserves the right to change the number of positions, close the vacancy early, reject applications, or cancel the recruitment process at any stage.
• By applying, candidates consent to the use of their application information in MicroMerger’s internal recruitment and applicant tracking system.
• Candidates may be required to use their own laptop or other necessary equipment if official devices not available and provided.

Note: Jobs are available at the locations listed below. Please mention your preferred job location (District and Union Council) in your application.

• District Hyderabad| Tehsil Hussainabad | Uc 127(Female/Sindhi)
• District Karachi Central| Tehsil New Karachi | Uc Godhra Hospital- 13 (Female/Urdu)
• District Karachi Central| Tehsil Nazimabad |Haji Mureed Goth -44 (Male/Pashto)
• District Karachi East| Tehsil Giqbal | Uc Dalmia-7 (Female/Balochi), PehalwanGoth-10 (Female/Pashto & Male/Urdu & Male/Urdu)
• District Karachi East| Tehsil Giqbal | Uc PIB Colony-3 (Female/Urdu)
• District Karachi East| Tehsil Jamsheed |Manzoor Colony-2 (Female/Urdu)
• District Karachi Keamari| Tehsil Baldia |Ittehad Town-2 (Male/Hindko & Male/Pashto & Male/Pashto & Male/Pashto & Male/Pashto & Female/Pashto & Male/Pashto), Islam Nagar-3 (Male/Urdu)
• District Karachi Keamari| Tehsil Keamari | Gabopat-8 (Female/Balochi & Female/Balochi)
• District Karachi Keamari| Tehsil SITE | Pak Colony -1 (Male/Urdu)
• District Karachi Korangi| Tehsil Korangi | Uc Bilal Colony-1 ( Male/Pashto), Nasir Colony-2 (Male/Hindko & Male/Urdu & Male/Urdu), Chakra Goth-3 (Male/Bangali), Silver Town-4 (Male/Urdu & Male/Urdu), Zaman Town-8 (Male/Urdu), Bhittai Colony-10 (Male/Urdu)
• District Karachi Korangi| Tehsil Shah Faisal | Uc Al - Falah - 7 (Female/Urdu), Moria Khan- 5 (Female/Punjabi)
• District Karachi Malir | Tehsil Binqasim | Ghaghar-7 (Male/Sindhi)
• District Karachi Malir | Tehsil Gadap | Uc Darsano-2 (Female/Balochi)
• District Karachi Malir | Tehsil Landhi | Muslimabad-2 (Male/Pashto)
• District Karachi Malir | Tehsil Malir | Uc Malir Cantt-8 (Female/Sindhi & Male/Punjabi)
• District Karachi West | Tehsil Gadap | Uc Songal-5 (Female/Pashto & Female/Pashto & Female/Pashto &Male/Urdu), Mammarabad-6 (Male/Urdu), Mangopir-8 (Male/Balochi & Female/Balochi & Male/Pashto & Male/Pashto & Male/Urdu)
• District Karachi West | Tehsil Orangi | Uc Gobal Colony- 10 (Male/Urdu)
• District Karachi South | Tehsil Saddar | Clifton- 10 (Female/Sindhi), Kehkashan- 11 (Female/Sindhi)