(AWARD) is a preeminent non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the welfare and empowerment of Afghan women, youth, persons with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups. Officially registered with the Ministry of Economy in 2005.

AWARD, has cultivated a reputation for excellence through steadfast partnerships with international donors and government agencies, having implemented over 100 impactful projects throughout Afghanistan over the past three decades.

AWARD, is committed to protecting human rights and enhancing the dignity and resilience of Afghanistan's most vulnerable populations, including women, children, persons with disabilities, returnees, and marginalized communities.

AWARD, aims to create sustainable pathways out of poverty, reduce inequality, and build local capacity to withstand future crises. Through its initiatives, AWARD seeks to foster a society that empowers all Afghans to thrive. The organization implements evidence-based programs and comprehensive interventions that encompass healthcare, education, vocational training, and psychosocial support, equipping individuals with the skills and resources necessary to lead secure and self-sufficient lives.

Purpose: The Community Mobilizer will support the direct field-level implementation of the Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) intervention across the three targeted project districts. Six Community Mobilizers will be deployed, with two assigned to each district, to facilitate community outreach, sensitization, household assessment, beneficiary registration, community consultations, and communication with targeted communities.

The position will serve as a key link between AWARD's project team and the targeted communities, ensuring that beneficiaries receive accurate and timely information about project objectives, eligibility criteria, beneficiary selection procedures, cash-transfer arrangements, and available feedback and complaint mechanisms.

The Community Mobilizers will also support cash-transfer and distribution activities, disseminate Feedback and Complaint Response Mechanism (FCRM) and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) information, identify access barriers affecting women, persons with disabilities, and other vulnerable households, and report field-level challenges to the Project Officer.

A. Community Outreach and Sensitization

·   Conduct community outreach and awareness-raising activities in targeted communities across the assigned district.

·   Inform community members about project objectives, planned activities, eligibility criteria, and MPCA assistance arrangements.

·   Disseminate accurate and consistent information to prevent misunderstandings, misinformation, and unrealistic expectations.

·   Engage community elders, local representatives, women, and other relevant stakeholders to facilitate community participation.

·   Ensure that information is communicated in accessible and locally appropriate languages and formats.

·   Promote transparency, inclusion, impartiality, and accountability throughout community engagement activities.

B. Household Assessment and Beneficiary Registration

·   Support household-level assessments in accordance with approved beneficiary targeting criteria and assessment tools.

·   Collect relevant household information and supporting documentation required for beneficiary registration.

·   Assist eligible households in completing registration forms and providing accurate information.

·   Ensure that beneficiary information is recorded correctly and submitted to the Project Officer for review.

·   Identify vulnerable households, including women-headed households, persons with disabilities, and other at-risk groups, in accordance with approved eligibility criteria.

·   Maintain confidentiality and protect the personal information of all assessed and registered households.

·   Report incomplete, inconsistent, or potentially duplicated registration information to the Project Officer.

·   Ensure that no individual or household is promised assistance before formal approval of the beneficiary list.

C. Beneficiary Verification and Data Quality Coordination

·   Support the MEAL team by facilitating access to registered households and providing relevant registration information when requested.

·   Coordinate with the MEAL team during independent beneficiary verification exercises.

·   Facilitate household visits and community-level verification activities as required.

·   Respond to requests for clarification regarding registration records and household information.

·   Report discrepancies, suspected duplication, or concerns identified during field activities to the Project Officer and relevant MEAL personnel.

·   Respect the independent role of the MEAL team and refrain from independently approving or altering verified beneficiary lists.

D. Community Consultations and Participation

·   Facilitate community consultations and meetings with targeted households and relevant community representatives.

·   Support inclusive participation of women, persons with disabilities, older persons, and other vulnerable groups.

·   Ensure that community members have opportunities to express their concerns, questions, and feedback.

·   Record key issues, recommendations, and concerns raised during community consultations.

·   Submit meeting attendance sheets, minutes, and activity reports to the Project Officer.

·   Follow up on community concerns through established project communication and accountability channels.

E. Cash-Transfer and Distribution Support

·   Support the Project Officer in preparing field-level arrangements for MPCA cash-transfer cycles.

·   Inform approved beneficiaries about payment schedules, locations, required identification documents, and relevant procedures.

·   Facilitate communication between beneficiaries, the project team, and the Financial Service Provider (FSP) during cash-transfer activities.

·   Support beneficiary identification and crowd management during payment activities, where applicable.

·   Provide appropriate assistance to persons with disabilities, older persons, and other beneficiaries requiring additional support.

·   Monitor beneficiary experiences during cash-transfer activities and report delays, access barriers, complaints, or irregularities.

·   Ensure that beneficiaries understand their approved entitlements and are not subjected to unauthorized deductions or requests for payment.

·   Maintain accurate attendance and activity records related to cash-transfer support.

·   Immediately report suspected fraud, exploitation, coercion, or other irregularities through established reporting channels.

F. Feedback and Complaint Response Mechanism (FCRM)

·   Inform community members and beneficiaries about available feedback and complaint channels.

·   Explain how beneficiaries can submit questions, complaints, suggestions, and concerns safely and confidentially.

·   Disseminate information about complaint procedures during community meetings, household visits, and cash-transfer activities.

·   Support beneficiaries who require assistance in accessing established feedback and complaint mechanisms.

·   Receive and refer feedback through approved channels without making unauthorized promises or decisions.

·   Maintain confidentiality and ensure that sensitive complaints are referred only to authorized focal points.

·   Follow up with the Project Officer on outstanding community feedback and concerns without compromising confidentiality.

·   Ensure that beneficiaries are aware that submitting complaints will not affect their eligibility or access to assistance.

G. PSEA, Safeguarding and Protection Awareness

·   Disseminate information on AWARD's Code of Conduct, PSEA, safeguarding, and protection commitments.

·   Inform community members that sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, and any form of exploitation are prohibited.

·   Explain available confidential reporting channels for safeguarding and PSEA concerns.

·   Ensure that all interactions with beneficiaries are respectful, professional, and consistent with humanitarian principles.

·   Identify and report potential protection risks and safeguarding concerns through established confidential mechanisms.

·   Never investigate safeguarding allegations independently or disclose sensitive information to unauthorized persons.

·   Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with beneficiaries and community members.

·   Ensure that assistance is provided without discrimination, favoritism, exploitation, or requests for personal benefits.

H. Inclusion and Identification of Access Barriers

·   Identify barriers that may prevent women, persons with disabilities, older persons, and other vulnerable households from accessing project activities and assistance.

·   Facilitate inclusive community engagement and support appropriate participation of women and vulnerable groups.

·   Identify practical challenges related to mobility, communication, accessibility, social restrictions, and access to cash-transfer locations.

·   Communicate identified barriers to the Project Officer and recommend appropriate field-level solutions.

·   Support female beneficiaries through appropriate engagement arrangements, including coordination with female Community Mobilizers where necessary.

·   Promote equal access to project information, registration, complaint mechanisms, and assistance.

·   Ensure that no eligible household is excluded solely because of disability, gender, age, or other personal circumstances.

I. Field-Level Follow-Up and Reporting

·   Conduct regular household visits and community follow-up activities within the assigned district.

·   Monitor changes in community concerns and report issues affecting project implementation.

·   Provide daily and weekly activity updates to the Project Officer.

·   Prepare and submit household assessment records, registration forms, attendance sheets, and community meeting reports.

·   Maintain accurate records of outreach, sensitization, consultations, and beneficiary support activities.

·   Report operational challenges, access restrictions, security concerns, and implementation delays promptly.

·   Support the Project Officer and MEAL team during field monitoring and data collection activities.

·   Ensure that all submitted information is accurate, complete, and properly documented.

J. Coordination and Teamwork

·   Coordinate closely with the Project Officer and other Community Mobilizers to ensure consistent implementation across the three districts.

·   Maintain professional relationships with community representatives and relevant local stakeholders.

·   Participate in project meetings, training sessions, and field coordination activities.

·   Follow instructions and approved field schedules issued by the Project Officer.

·   Coordinate with the female Community Mobilizers to facilitate appropriate engagement with women and female-headed households.

·   Share field-level observations and lessons learned to improve project implementation.

·   Maintain effective communication with the project team and promptly report emerging concerns.

K. Other Responsibilities

·   Comply with AWARD policies, project procedures, AHF requirements, and the organization's Code of Conduct.

·   Maintain integrity, impartiality, confidentiality, and professional conduct in all community interactions.

·   Protect project resources, beneficiary information, and organizational property.

·   Perform other relevant field-level duties assigned by the Project Officer or authorized management within the scope of the position.

Note: Any further job/activities can be assigned in addition to the above-mentioned job descriptions in case your supervisor or management feels the need of it.

Interested candidates are invited to complete the online application form. Please provide all requested information and upload your CV through the following online form.

https://award-af.cloud/jobs/announcement/community-mobilizers-4 

Note: Working with NGO is plus point and Preference is given to the Resident of the Paktika Province and Paktia