Social Mobilizer

Position Title: Social Mobilizer

Activation Date: 28 May, 2025 Announced Date: 29 May, 2025 Expire Date: 08 June, 2025

• Job Location: Kabul
• Nationality: National
• Category: Health Care
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Salary: As per RI Salary Scale
• Vacancy Number: RI-AHF-2025-30
• No. Of Jobs: 3
• City: Kabul - Districts
• Organization: Relief International (RI)
• Years of Experience: Previous experience in community mobilization, health promotion, or public health is an advantage.
• Contract Duration: 9 months
• Gender: Male
• Education: Graduated from a recognized and related institute. Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, or a related field is preferred
• Close date: 2025-06-08
  
  

About Relief International (RI)

Relief International is an international non-profit organization that partners with communities impacted by conflict, climate change and disaster to save lives, build greater resilience and promote long-term health and wellbeing. Our team of more than 7,000 staff and local volunteers work in 15 countries across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, providing Health and Nutrition, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), Education and Livelihoods programming that creates the foundation for community resilience. We do this by working with local actors to develop safe and inclusive local programming that is evidence based, conflict sensitive, climate smart, and reaches those in need.

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Community social Mobilizer plays a role in promoting health services and community engagement at a Basic Health Center (BHC) HF. The health component of the project aims to provide outpatient healthcare to drought-affected populations in critical need of life-saving medical assistance in areas lacking access to government health services (white areas). The Community Mobilizer will be responsible for community sensitization, awareness, beneficiary identification, and the effective operation of health initiatives.

Essential Responsibilities And Duties

• Community Engagement:
  
  

Conduct outreach activities to raise awareness about health services offered at the BHC, including vaccination programs, maternal and child health, and disease prevention.

Organize and facilitate community meetings to discuss health issues, gather feedback, and promote health education.

Establish and maintain relationships with community leaders, local organizations, and stakeholders to foster collaboration and support for health initiatives.

Assist in mobilizing, sensitizing, and seeking community and local authority participation at all levels.

• Health Promotion:
  
  

Develop and implement health education programs tailored to the community’s needs, focusing on topics such as nutrition, hygiene, family planning, and disease prevention.

Utilize effective communication strategies to encourage positive health behaviours and practices among community members.

Provide health education sessions for community leaders and religious leaders in the field.

• Service Coordination:
  
  

Assist community members in accessing health services at the BHC, ensuring they receive appropriate care and follow-up.

Collect data on community health needs, service utilization, and program effectiveness to inform health planning and decision-making.

Identify and select beneficiaries for health and nutrition activities.

Prepare weekly/monthly reports for the supervisor based on the needs and activities conducted.

• Training and Capacity Building:
  
  

Train and mentor community health volunteers and peer educators to enhance their skills in health promotion and community mobilization.

Organize workshops and seminars for community members on various health topics to increase knowledge and awareness.

• Administrative Duties:
  
  

Maintain accurate records of community activities, outreach efforts, and health education sessions.

Conduct field visits to related HF catchment area districts and village to monitor activities and engage with the community.

Work closely with healthcare providers and staff at the BHC to ensure a coordinated approach to community health.

• Professional Development:
  
  

Stay updated on community health trends, best practices, and relevant policies to effectively engage and mobilize the community.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance community health services and outreach efforts.

Execute other activities as instructed by the Health supervisor and project manager.

Job Requirements

• Education: Graduated from a recognized and related institute. Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in community mobilization, health promotion, or public health is an advantage.
  
  

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and in a team environment.
• Proficient in data collection and reporting.
  
  

Working Conditions

• May involve working irregular hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Frequent travel within the community to engage with residents and stakeholders.
  
  

Submission Guideline

The interested candidates should submit their RI Application letter with a CV and with three references.

Please Mention the announced position and vacancy number in the email subject please like (Social Mobilizer -RI-AHF-2025-30)

Via email: [email protected]

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Please download the RI application form through below link. fill and send it along with your CV without RI Application form your application will not be consider.

http://www.acbar.org/upload/1572844955489.DOCX

Uphold and promote RI’s commitment to ensuring the safeguarding and safety of the vulnerable communities we serve.

Consistent with RI’s safeguarding and protection policies, ensure all people who come into contact with Relief International are as safe as possible.

Safeguarding

• Uphold and promote RI’s commitment to ensuring the safeguarding and safety of the vulnerable communities we serve.
• Consistent with RI’s safeguarding and protection policies, ensure all people who come into contact with Relief International are as safe as possible.
  
  

Relief International Values

• We uphold the Humanitarian Principles: humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and operational independence. We affirmatively engage the most vulnerable communities. We value:
• Inclusiveness
• Transparency and Accountability
• Agility and Innovation
• Collaboration
• Sustainability
  
  

Submission Email

[email protected]