Community Engagement Officer

Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy; Multan; On-site; PKR 350,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NGO in Pakistan is seeking a talented community mobilization officer for a 7-month project based in Multan. Your role will involve leading climate awareness campaigns, facilitating community group formations, and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field and has at least 4 years of experience in community engagement or similar projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in community engagement or social mobilization for development or environmental projects.
• Experience with participatory rural appraisal (PRA) tools.
• Proficiency in local languages and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead community mobilization and awareness campaigns on climate resilience.
• Facilitate formation of community groups for project operations.
• Conduct stakeholder consultations and social mapping.
• Support gender and inclusion mainstreaming.
• Ensure effective communication with field teams and stakeholders.
• Document community feedback and success stories.

Skills

Facilitation skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Community engagement

Language proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Social Sciences, Development Studies, or Environmental Studies

Job description

Duty Station: Multan / Project Sites
Duration: 7 months (Dec 2025 – June 2026)
Reporting to: Project Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead community mobilization and awareness campaigns on climate resilience, water conservation, and green city concepts.
• Facilitate formation of community groups for operation and maintenance of project interventions.
• Conduct stakeholder consultations, FGDs, and social mapping.
• Support gender and inclusion mainstreaming throughout project activities.
• Ensure effective communication between field teams, local government, and beneficiaries.
• Document community feedback, grievances, and success stories.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Social Sciences, Development Studies, or Environmental Studies.
• At least 4 years of experience in community engagement or social mobilization for development or environmental projects.
• Experience with participatory rural appraisal (PRA) tools and reporting.

Core Competencies

• Excellent facilitation and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to engage diverse community groups including women and youth.
• Proficiency in local languages and report writing.