Community Mobilizer - Immunization Outreach (Khyber UC)

Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy; Peshawar Division; On-site; PKR 279,000 - 391,000; Full time

Job summary

Z.M.K. & Co. (ZMK) invites applications for the position of Community Mobilizer under the COMNet Programme in Khyber.

The role focuses on promoting Polio Eradication and Routine Immunization through community engagement and behaviour change communication. The Mobilizer will work with communities, local influencers, and stakeholders to promote immunization, address barriers, and support programme activities within the assigned UC or area.

Qualifications

• Must be from the same locality with knowledge of local environment and culture
• At least Intermediate (FA/FSc or equivalent)
• Experience in community development or public health is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Mobilize and engage community members to increase awareness, participation, and trust in Polio and RI programmes.
• Plan, organize, and implement community engagement activities, including community meetings, door-to-door visits, and outreach events.
• Promote and facilitate coverage of missed children through community engagement of local influencers and leaders.
• Conduct profiling of still missed children and support efforts to address barriers to immunization.
• Build relationships with community influencers, religious and tribal leaders, women and youth leaders, CBOs, health workers, and other stakeholders.
• Work with communities to address misconceptions and barriers affecting immunization uptake.
• Coordinate with government officials during demand generation, refusals, and crisis communication.
• Participate in training to strengthen mobilization and communication skills.
• Ensure timely reporting of field activities, issues, and suspected AFP cases.
• Support advocacy and mobilization activities in ISD areas where applicable.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Local language proficiency

Teamwork

Smartphone reporting

Education

Intermediate (FA/FSc or equivalent)

Job description

Z.M.K. & Co. (ZMK) invites applications for the position of Community Mobilizer under the COMNet Programme in Khyber.

The role focuses on promoting Polio Eradication and Routine Immunization through community engagement and behaviour change communication. The Mobilizer will work with communities, local influencers, and stakeholders to promote immunization, address barriers, and support programme activities within the assigned UC or area.