Community Mobilizer - Orphans, Child Rights & Protection

Islamic Relief

  • Kamringir Char, Dhaka
  • Tk. 28,694 per month
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
Responsibilities & Context:The Community Mobilizer will support the implementation of field-level project activities, focusing on the identification, assessment, and selection of appropriate rightsholders (RHs) based on community needs. The role involves facilitating income-generating activities (IGAs), providing cash and technical support, and helping RHs access skill development (TVET) and employment opportunities. The officer will conduct awareness sessions on child rights, protection, women's rights, GBV, health, WASH, and nutrition, while supporting the reintegration of children into formal education and monitoring their school attendance.The position also involves capacity building, providing life skills, leadership, group management, and financial management training to RHs, mothers, and caregivers. Advocacy, networking, and coordination with schools, employers, government departments, and local institutions will ensure safe and age-appropriate opportunities for children and RHs.The Community Mobilizer will contribute to reporting, documentation, and financial management, maintaining accurate records, preparing event and progress reports, and supporting budgeting and procurement processes. Upholding safeguarding principles, child protection policies, ethical standards, and ensuring the safety of staff and participants are central to this role.Project activities implementation - 70%Selection of appropriate rightsholders (RHs) following the criteria focusing community need assessmentIdentify needs of the selected RHsEnsure compliance of different tools, models and approaches are applied uniquely at field operations.Providing cash and technical support, and coordination for asset/cash transfer, procurement of different project material following IRB policy.Support communities to identify income generation opportunitiesFacilitate to assess the RHs' capacity and develop household business planningTaking initiatives to install IGAsProvide IGA training for the selected family membersCarry out group-based and community-based awareness sessions on child rights & protection, such as child labour, early marriage other issues related to health, WASH, nutrition and different social issues such as women`s rights, GBV, climate issues etc. Also, conducting sessions for the RHs and communities on an emerging issue.Identify appropriate RH for skills (TVET) development trainingTaking initiatives to provide skills (TVET) development training for selected RHsSupport the trained RHs to employ or install own businessIdentify the employer and communicate with them to ensure a safe and conducive environment at the works place also motivate them not to engage the child as labourArranging motivation sessions with employers, market a association, and relevant stakeholders for education & TVET.Organize orientation and life skills sessions for reintegrating children and caregivers.Formation and making functional community-based child protection committee (CBCPC)Taking initiatives to ensure child rights and protection, preventing child labour and early marriage by CBCPC.Developing community leaders/champions to stop child labourLinkages of the guardian with govt. social protection schemesReintegrate children into formal education system, withdrawing from hazardous & worst forms of child labourRegular school visits to support ensuring the acquisition of quality education of the children from RHs familiesRegular meeting with schoolteacher/SMCObservance of different national and international days related to rights and protection like IWD, Child Labour at field levelRegular household visit of the selected RHs to support improving their IGAs and other facilities at the household levelEnsure all documents of the target groupCapacity Building - 10%Arrange life skill training for targeted RHsRemain up to date with the learning process.Arrange skill training for mothers/guardiansConduct leadership, group management and financial management training RHsTraining follow up, effectiveness assessment, hands-on training at HH level and training refreshers.Reporting and Documentation - 5%Prepare short event report on each of the implemented activitiesEnsure accurate record keeping and systematic documentation & filing.Provide information for monthly, interim and final reports.Collect significant case stories including photographs and videos from field.Maintain proper process documentation - success stories, education reports, etc.Ensure the compliance of all manuals and organizational policies for the project team with proper practice and record.Advocacy, Networking and Communication - 5%Building network with different duty bearers & rights holders.Maintain regular communication and collaboration with relevant schools, employers, government departments and local government institutions (LGIs)Coordinate with industries, employers, and informal sector actors to build partnerships for safe and age-appropriate job alternatives.Coordinate with community people and other stakeholders as neededFinancial Management - 5%Support to Project Coordinator in preparing field-level budgets, activity-based budget planning for project interventions.Maintain proper documentation and verification of expenditures related to training, community engagement, beneficiary support, and job replacement activities.Others - 5%Ensure and uphold safeguarding principles, child protection policies, and ethical standards in all interactions with children, families, and project participants.Protect project operations from harm, abuse, exploitation, fraud, money laundering, and bribery, taking appropriate actions in alignment with safeguarding and ethical standards.Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Social Science (BSS) in Sociology
  • Bachelor of Social Science (BSS) in Development Studies
  • Bachelor of Social Science (BSS) in Economics
  • Bachelor of Social Science (BSS) in Anthropology
  • Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English
  • Essential: Bachelor's degree in social work or Sociology or Development Studies or Economics or Anthropology or Gender Studies or English or any other relevant Social Science discipline from a recognized university.
  • Desirable: Higher academic qualification in a relevant field.
Experience:
  • At least 2 years
  • The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO, Development Agency
Additional Job Requirements:
  • Age At most 45 years
Sectoral ExperienceEssential: Minimum of 2 years' experience in relevant sectors.Essential Experience Areas: Child rights and protection, child labor, education, vocational/technical training, and livelihood or income-generating activities.Desirable: Experience in humanitarian or development organizations.Competencies and SkillsEssential:
  • Project implementation skills at intermediate level.
  • Social and community mobilization skills at advanced level.
  • Reporting and documentation at intermediate level.
  • Stakeholder management at advanced level.
  • Commitment to the organization's vision, mission, and IR values (sincerity, excellence, social justice, custodianship, compassion).
  • Integrity and professionalism.
  • Activity management, teamwork, leadership, communication, networking, interpersonal behavior, and problem-solving.
  • Conflict resolution, decision-making, and planning/analytical skills.
  • Knowledge of personal health, safety, and security.
  • Self-confidence, self-motivation, positive attitude, and openness to continuous learning.
  • IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, basic internet).
Language proficiency in English and Bengali (reading, writing, speaking, listening).Desirable:
  • Project management skills.
  • Financial management skills.
  • Strategic management ability.
  • Advanced interpersonal and leadership qualities
  • Other Prerequisites
  • Essential: Valid motorcycle driving license.
  • Essential: Willingness to travel as per project, program, or organizational needs.
Skills & Expertise:Child Labour Policy,Child Protection,Child rights,Education,LIvelihoods,Technical Training,vocationalCompensation & Other Benefits:Mobile bill, Tour allowance/Per-diem, Provident fund, Weekly 2 holidays, Insurance coverage (IPD, OPD, Life, DB, CIB), Festival Bonus, Long Service Awards, Leave (Annual, Casual, Sick, TOIL/CTO, Maternity, Paternity) and Gratuity, etc.Company Information:Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) - founded in 1984 and based in Birmingham, UK - is an independent humanitarian and development organization. It supports the world's most vulnerable people in their fight against poverty & sufferings regardless of race, political affiliation, gender, or belief, and without expecting anything in return. It is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. IRW has a presence in 45 countries across the globe. Some funds of the organization come from individual donations and others from institutional donors such as the DFID, EU, SIDA, CIDA/IDRF, Forum Syd, WFP, UNDP, and ECHO. Islamic Relief(IR) started working in Bangladesh in 1991 in order to help the distressed survivors of the devastating cyclone by providing emergency relief and supporting communities to rebuild in the wake of that cyclone. Initially, it focused on emergency relief & disaster preparedness activities. Later on, it expanded its programs on both humanitarian and development challenges. Now it works in an integrated manner combining emergency humanitarian assistance, short-term work opportunity, shelter support, awareness & training on different DRR, climate change, development, health & hygiene and social issues, cash grant, IGA means, health & nutrition, safe water & sanitation, education, advocacy and linkage with different service providers. As a registered charity, IR is open and transparent; it continually assesses its work and operational methods to improve impact and effectiveness. Islamic Relief values and commitment to safeguarding: IRB is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults, and beneficiaries with whom IRB engages. IRB expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records checks. IRW also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants' previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

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