Community Mobilizer

thf; Mumbai; On-site; INR 180,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hans Foundation (THF) invites applications for a Mobilizer to lead community outreach and youth mobilization for the GDA and Elder Care training programmes in Mumbai. The role focuses on identifying eligible youth, counselling them about healthcare career opportunities, and supporting onboarding, registration, and retention in the programme.

The Mobilizer will build strong relationships with youth, families, and local stakeholders to ensure enrolment and participation in the training,

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in community mobilization, field work, or skill development.
• Experience working with youth in livelihood / vocational training programmes preferred.
• Good communication skills in Hindi and basic English.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct mobilization drives in assigned areas to promote GDA & Elder Care training programmes
• Identify and mobilize eligible youth interested in healthcare careers (hospital, home care, elder care)
• Conduct needs assessments with households and youth to identify training needs and career interests
• Provide career counselling and explain benefits of GDA & Elder Care training and job opportunities
• Facilitate end-to-end onboarding including registration, documentation, and eligibility verification
• Support candidates in completing enrolment and ensure smooth batch joining
• Conduct regular follow-ups to ensure attendance, participation, and retention
• Motivate and guide youth to prevent dropouts and achieve training completion
• Build strong relationships with community members, parents, and local leaders
• Coordinate with the centre team for admissions, batch planning, and programme execution
• Assist in organizing mobilisation camps, awareness drives, and community meetings
• Maintain accurate data, records, and reports of mobilization, admissions, and follow-ups
• Support placement-related activities and track candidate progression into jobs
• Assist the Centre Coordinator in day-to-day activities such as documentation, vendor coordination, and meeting arrangements
• Act as a role model and represent the organisation positively in the community

Skills

Strong communication

Trust building with youth

Counselling & motivation

Organizational & time management

Basic computer literacy

Independent work

Field travel

Team orientation & SOPs

Education

1–2 years field/ mobilization experience

Experience with youth livelihood training

Hindi and basic English communication

Job description

The Hans Foundation (THF), established in 2009, is a Public Charitable Trust that works towards creating an equitable society to enhance quality of life for all through the empowerment of marginalized and underprivileged communities in India. The Hans Foundation works for the Health and Wellbeing of remote and under-served groups, with an additional focus on children, persons with disabilities and women. THF also works for holistic Education and Livelihood development of our communities. Our Two-Fold Strategy involves identifying and working within Aspirational Districts and high poverty index in the North, North-East and East regions within specific states, as well as catering to lower-income and migratory populations in cities, through urban programs.

Over its 15 years of existence, THF has reached more than 57 million beneficiaries through its programs. THF works with communities through direct implementation of projects on the ground in addition to providing local management and monitoring support to not-for-profit organizations in India funded through THF USA and RIST.

General

No. of Positions: 02

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

The Mobilizer will lead community outreach and youth mobilization activities for the GDA (General Duty Assistant) , and Elder Care Training Programme. The role focuses on identifying eligible youth, counselling them about healthcare career opportunities, and supporting their onboarding, registration, and retention in the programme.

The Mobilizer will build strong relationships with youth, families, and community stakeholders to ensure successful enrolment and participation in the training programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct mobilization drives in assigned areas to promote GDA & Elder Care training programmes
• Identify and mobilize eligible youth interested in healthcare careers (hospital, home care, elder care)
• Conduct needs assessments with households and youth to identify training needs and career interests
• Provide career counselling and explain benefits of GDA & Elder Care training and job opportunities
• Facilitate end-to-end onboarding including registration, documentation, and eligibility verification
• Support candidates in completing enrolment and ensure smooth batch joining
• Conduct regular follow-ups to ensure attendance, participation, and retention
• Motivate and guide youth to prevent dropouts and achieve training completion
• Build strong relationships with community members, parents, and local leaders
• Coordinate with the centre team for admissions, batch planning, and programme execution
• Assist in organizing mobilisation camps, awareness drives, and community meetings
• Maintain accurate data, records, and reports of mobilization, admissions, and follow-ups
• Support placement-related activities and track candidate progression into jobs
• Assist the Centre Coordinator in day-to-day activities such as documentation, vendor coordination, and meeting arrangements
• Act as a role model and represent the organisation positively in the community

Desired Competencies

• Strong communication and convincing skills
• Ability to build trust and rapport with youth and community stakeholders
• Good counselling and motivational skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Basic computer literacy (MS Office, mobile applications, internet)
• Ability to work independently and handle field challenges
• Flexible to travel and work in field conditions (including weekends if required)
• Team-oriented with ability to follow programme SOPs

Qualifications & Experience

• 1–2 years of experience in community mobilization, field work, or skill development
• Experience working with youth in livelihood / vocational training programmes preferred
• Good communication skills in Hindi and basic English

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