Job Summary
The Social Mobilizer will support the implementation of community-based education, protection, and social development programs under the Sustainable Goals Organization for Afghanistan (SGOA). The position focuses on community outreach, beneficiary identification, awareness raising, and referral support, contributing to inclusive participation of children, women, and other vulnerable groups in program activities.
The Social Mobilizer will work under the supervision of the Community Mobilizing Officer, engaging closely with community members, local leaders, caregivers, and project teams to promote awareness, facilitate access to services, and strengthen community ownership of project interventions.
Key Responsibilities
Community Mobilization & Outreach
Conduct community outreach and mobilization to inform community members about project objectives, activities, and services.
Identify and register eligible and vulnerable individuals, households, and children in coordination with the Community Mobilizing Officer and local structures.
Facilitate community meetings, focus group discussions, and awareness sessions.
Build and maintain positive relationships with community leaders, elders, and committees.
Promote participation of women, youth, and marginalized groups in program activities.
Social Support & Case Follow-Up
Provide basic guidance and support to vulnerable individuals and households.
Identify protection concerns or urgent needs and refer cases to relevant social service or protection actors following established referral pathways.
Conduct home visits and follow-up to ensure appropriate support and access to services.
Maintain confidentiality and apply a do-no-harm approach in all interactions.
Awareness Raising & Behavior Change
Conduct community awareness sessions on topics including education, child protection, gender equality, health, hygiene, and psychosocial well-being.
Support behavior change initiatives and campaigns aligned with program objectives.
Encourage community engagement to enhance participation and ownership of program activities.
Monitoring, Documentation & Reporting
Collect accurate data on community activities, outreach, referrals, and beneficiaries.
Maintain proper records, attendance sheets, and case documentation.
Prepare and submit regular field activity reports to the Community Mobilizing Officer.
Support monitoring visits, assessments, and program evaluations as required.
Coordination & Representation
Coordinate with local authorities, community committees, and partner organizations at the field level.
Participate in relevant community forums and coordination meetings as directed.
Support the Community Mobilizing Officer in facilitating communication between communities and the project team.
Safeguarding and PSEA
Ensure adherence to child safeguarding and Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) principles.
Promote awareness of safeguarding standards and reporting mechanisms among community members.
Comply with the organization’s zero tolerance policy on sexual misconduct.
