Naiis Zonal Mobilization Coordinator at African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET)

Location: Abuja and Geopolitical zones (works in and coordinates assigned Geopolitical zones)
Duration of Assignment: One year
Work Hour: Full time

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees survey mobilization activities at zonal/constituency level
• Coordinates and supervises the Zonal community mobilizers/officers
• Coordinates zonal stakeholders meeting
• Attends community-level stakeholders’ meetings with State Based Mobilizers (SBM)
• Works with the state teams to secure NAIIS introduction letters from SMOH for State Mobilizers, SBM and CMs
• Plan and participate in advocacy visits in each zone
• Coordinate communication, mobilization and engagement activities in each zone
• Reports to the Mobilization Director (Central Coordinator)
• Support the development of mobilization associated documents
• Prepare and fill advocacy and mobilization activities documents
• Facilitating trainings and advocacy to Community gate keepers, introductory and departure meetings

Qualifications and Experience

• An adult with at least a B.Sc/BA or its equivalent, and a demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English with a good understanding and ability to communicate in at least one indigenous Nigerian language
• An advanced degree in relevant field will be an added advantage
• Experience with the terrain and structure in the states in each Coordinator’s assigned geopolitical zones.
• Must be someone well respected and known with good character
• Most have at least 5 years working experience in Public Health Service demand creation within the locality or/and experience conducting communication and mobilization activities
• Must have a good tracked record of active liaison with Community Based Organizations, Traditional and Religious institution in dealing with complex issues and multi-facet activities in the community
• Prior experience of successfully performing Community Mobilization role in a HIV/AIDS or Health Related Survey is highly desirable.