CARE is a non-governmental, non-political, non-profit, non-partisan and non-sectarian humanitarian organization, extending its relief and development assistance to those in need. CARE, as an International Confederation of 13 member organizations is one of the world’s largest private humanitarian organizations working in more than 90 plus, countries committed to helping communities in the developing world achieve lasting victories over poverty.

• Reports to In charge of the Maternal Child Health Center.
• Collaborates with: Members of the Maternal Child Health Center (MCHC), and other project staff at CARE sub office level.
• Actively contributes to other MCHC colleagues assigned tasks and the project team meetings and coordination events at provincial/sub office/field level.

KEY RESULT EXPECTED

• Communicate/Coordinate with community influential women for gathering women and girls in the SDP for the purpose receiving them mobile health services.
• Conduct regular community mobilization sessions with community members on PSS and protection related issues.

Technical Tasks:

• • Identify vulnerable families eligible for assistance according to established selection criteria to be supported by the project.
  • To maintain proper and accurate record of the dignity kits distributed in the community for the girls and women of reproductive age.
  • To do community mobilization in the coverage area of the MCHC
  • Communicate/Coordinate with community influential women for gathering women and girls in the SDP for the purpose receiving them mobile health services.
  • Daily awareness to community women and girls regarding protection issues.
  • Support other members of the MCHC as co-facilitator for PSS case management services.
  • Establish working relationship with all stakeholders at the district and community level for smooth implementation of the project.
  • Take active part in community mobilization in consultation with in charge of the MCHC based on the CARE policy.
  • Visit each location in the coverage areas of the MCHC regularly as well as community leaders to provide space for the MCHC.

• Informing village residences about MCHC existence and available services through ground walk.
• Community awareness session regarding Health services, and protection.
• Spread main messages about the topics e.g. psychosocial issues or any other relevant topic.
• Assist other relevant staff regarding follow up of protection.
• Provide required support and information to ensure high quality services delivery.
• Provide situation analysis and progress report to the In charge of MCHC whenever required or based on the needs of the project. This may also include security updates and changes occurred in the target community.
• Organize necessary orientation for community members and beneficiaries on the project activities and their roles.
• Assist with project team leaders in regards to the quality implementation of the project activities in the field.
• Maintain proper record of the dignity kits distributed by the MCHC members.
• Perform any other tasks as requested by in charge of the MCHC.

Safeguarding Responsibilities:

• Uphold CARE’s Safeguarding Policy (https://www.care-international.org/resources/care-international-safeguarding-policy) and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.
• Must read the Safeguarding Policy and either sign the Safeguarding Code of Conduct or sign a Code of Conduct that is consistent with or references this policy and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.

Safety and Security Responsibility:

We all have a responsibility to promote a safe and secure work environment, foster a safety and security culture, and ensure consistent application of, and compliance with, CARE Afghanistan safety and security policies and procedures.

• At least baccalaureate degree but   University degree in social science or in similar fields is preferable.

•     2 years’ experience in community mobilization with INGOs/NGOs/Government and others

•    Good communication skills

• Ability to travel remote areas and district.
• Good relation and fame in the target community.
• Good organizational skills and ability to work effectively in team

Languages Skills:

• Fluency in spoken and written Dari and Pashtu is a requirement. English Language skills is a plus point

• Safeguarding

CARE places human dignity at the center of its relief and development work. At the heart of CARE’s efforts to impact poverty and social justice is its engagement with marginalized communities, and vulnerable adults and children. Vulnerable adults and children are particularly at risk of sexual exploitation and abuse. CARE commits to the protection from sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse and of vulnerable adults and children, involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel. CARE has a zero tolerance toward sexual exploitation and abuse and child abuse. CARE takes seriously all concerns and complaints about sexual exploitation, harassment and abuse and child abuse involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel

CARE Afghanistan  participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All CARE Afghanistan’s offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting an application, the applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

• Please submit your completed CARE Standard Job application form (ACBAR: Application Form) to afg.vacancies@care.org.
• Applications after the closing date (12:00 AM) and without CARE Application form will not be accepted.
• Please Indicate the position title, Vacancy Number in the Subject Line (Community Mobilizer CARE-AF-1015 Herat) otherwise your application will not be considered.
• Please note that there is no telephonic inquiry and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted with and call for Interview.
• The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a Background Check, Bridger check & Reference check and be compliant and sign up to Care Afghanistan’s Code of Conduct, PSHA (Prevention from Sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse) and other Care Afghanistan policies prior to a final offer being made.
• People with Physical Disabilities and Women are highly encourage to apply.
• CARE IS COMMITTED TO SAFEGUARDING POLICY (Available at: Safeguarding)
• CARE IS COMMITTED TO CODE OF CONDUCT (Available at: CARE Afg Code of Conduct (updated).pdf)

Afg.Vacancies@care.org