Community Mobilization Officer at The West African Centre for Public Health and Development (WACPHD)

Job Description

• The Community Mobilization Officer is responsible for engaging with local communities and facilitating their participation in the organization's public health programs.
• They will develop and implement community engagement strategies, facilitate dialogues and activities, and work closely with community leaders to ensure the programs are responsive to local needs and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate community dialogues and other participatory activities to gather feedback, insights, and perspectives from diverse community stakeholders
• Collaborate closely with program teams to ensure community needs and priorities are incorporated into program design, implementation, and evaluation
• Identify and work closely with local community leaders, organizations, and influencers to build trust, facilitate program activities, and ensure sustainable community engagement
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of community engagement efforts, and provide recommendations for improvement to enhance program impact
• Serve as a liaison between the organization and local communities, advocating for their needs and concerns
• Contribute to the development of community-based interventions, educational materials, and other program resources

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Community Development, or a related field
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in community mobilization, engagement, and outreach, with a strong focus on public health or development programs
• Demonstrated understanding of community dynamics, social and cultural norms, and participatory approaches to development
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict resolution abilities
• Proficiency in local languages and familiarity with the cultural context of the communities served
• Experience working in a multicultural, international environment is highly desirable.