About the role:

Under the supervision of the Project Manager the Social Mobilizer will play a crucial role in engaging and empowering communities to participate in the Waste to Value Project. This position involves building relationships with community members, facilitating awareness programs, and promoting sustainable waste management practices. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and a passion for community development and environmental sustainability.

About the Project:

The "Waste for Value-Project" funded by NCA Pakistan aims to transform plastic waste management in the urban slums of Islamabad by establishing a social enterprise model that promotes waste segregation, recycling, and community engagement. The project focuses on converting single-use plastics into valuable products, thereby promoting a circular economy, enhancing community well-being, and addressing environmental challenges associated with improper waste disposal.

Your impactful goals will include:

• Engage with community members to raise awareness about the Waste to Value Project and its objectives.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and training sessions on waste management and recycling practices.
• Build and maintain relationships with local stakeholders, including community leaders, organizations, and government agencies.
• Identify and mobilize community members to participate in project activities and initiatives.
• Conduct surveys and assessments to understand community needs and challenges related to waste management.
• Collaborate with the project team to develop educational materials and resources for community outreach.
• Monitor and evaluate community engagement efforts and provide feedback for continuous improvement.
• Advocate for community interests and represent their concerns to project management and stakeholders.
• Support the formation and capacity building of Social Enterprise Groups (SEGs) within the community.
• Prepare reports on community engagement activities and outcomes for management review.

What we are looking for:

Education & Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Community Development, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications in community mobilization or development are a plus.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in community mobilization, social work, or a related field.
• Experience working in environmental projects or with marginalized communities is highly desirable.

Functional Competencies/Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse community members.
• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of sustainable practices and waste management issues.
• Proficiency in using digital tools for communication and reporting.
• Cultural sensitivity and understanding of local community dynamics.
• Knowledge of sustainable practices and environmental issues is a plus.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: Pak Mission Society is committed to building a diverse organization and an environment of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.

Safeguarding: Pak Mission Society is committed to Safeguarding of Children and Adults and in no way tolerate any harm to our beneficiaries.

• Child Safeguarding: Ensuring the safety and well-being of children, protecting them from abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
• Adult Safeguarding: Protecting vulnerable adults, including the elderly or individuals with disabilities, from harm, abuse, or neglect.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, origin, gender, age, marital status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Zero Tolerance to PSEA: Pak Mission Society has a zero-tolerance policy with regard to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse by Pak Mission Society ‘s personnel against the people they serve. All forms of sexual exploitation and abuse are incompatible with the universally accepted norms, values, principles and standards that underpin our [Name of the organization]. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is the responsibility of everyone and all selected candidates will be required to comply with the Pak Mission Society’s PSEA Policy at all times. Selected candidates will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks against their past behavior related to sexual exploitation and abuse, and may be required to provide additional information further on in the selection process.