The Organization for Humanitarian Assistance (OHA) is a non-profit, non-governmental, and non-political organization based in Afghanistan, founded on January 12, 1994. As a cooperative partner of the United Nations and various international organizations, OHA focuses on implementing developmental and humanitarian projects primarily in the southern region of Afghanistan.

OHA is dedicated to advancing sustainable development goals (SDGs) while upholding key humanitarian principles, including participation, transparency, and accountability. Its mission is to alleviate suffering, raise awareness, and empower individuals to achieve self-employment and self-sufficiency at the village, district, and city levels. This approach aims to enhance both rural and urban economies and livelihoods through collaboration with donors and local communities.

The organization operates in several key areas, including:

• Irrigation: Developing canals, culverts, bridges, and flood protection systems.
• Education: Establishing schools, promoting literacy, and conducting awareness campaigns.
• Road Infrastructure: Constructing and enhancing road networks.
• Capacity Building: Providing management training and vocational education.
• Drinking Water: Drilling wells and expanding water supply systems.
• Health Systems: Building healthcare infrastructure.
• Humanitarian Assistance: Offering support during both natural and man-made disasters.

Through these initiatives, OHA works to foster community resilience and improve the overall quality of life for individuals across Afghanistan.

Position Summary

The Community Mobilizer will play a key role in engaging communities, identifying eligible women participants, supporting outreach activities, and promoting the Women Empowerment Hubs (WEHs) as safe, accessible, and useful spaces for women and girls. The Mobilizer will establish strong relationships with community elders, women’s groups, families, and other stakeholders to encourage participation in hub activities, while ensuring respect for local norms and cultural sensitivities. The role supports smooth implementation of empowerment, livelihood, psychosocial, and awareness programs.

2. Duties and Responsibilities:-

• Conduct regular outreach in target communities to raise awareness about WEH services, trainings, and opportunities for women.
• Build trustful relationships with families, elders, shuras, women’s groups, and local leaders to support women’s participation.
• Mobilize women and encourage them to join trainings, livelihood activities, and awareness sessions.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings, orientation sessions, and information events.
• Identify and support local women leaders and volunteers who can promote WEH activities.

• Assist in identifying eligible women based on project criteria through transparent and inclusive methods.
• Support registration, verification, and orientation of new participants.
• Ensure accurate documentation of participant information and attendance.
• Provide guidance to women on available services, training schedules, and participation expectations.

• Assist WEH staff during training sessions, community events, and awareness campaigns.
• Help manage participant flow, attendance, and coordination of group activities.
• Provide logistical support (arranging meeting spaces, coordinating transportation, etc.) as needed.
• Ensure hubs remain inclusive, safe, and welcoming environments for all women.

• Collect feedback from community members and participants regarding hub activities and share with the Project Manager/MEAL team.
• Report community concerns, challenges, cultural sensitivities, or risks that may affect project implementation.
• Maintain field visit logs, outreach reports, and community meeting minutes.
• Support the MEAL team in conducting surveys, interviews, and focus groups.

• Promote safeguarding, confidentiality, and safe participation for all women.
• Identify vulnerable women or those in need of additional support and refer them appropriately.
• Ensure community members understand how to access complaints and feedback mechanisms.
• Immediately report any protection or safeguarding concerns in accordance with OHA policies.

• Coordinate closely with WEH Coordinators, Health Specialist, Livelihood Specialist, and Field Monitors.
• Liaise with community elders, local authorities, and religious leaders to ensure acceptance of hub activities.
• Participate in project coordination meetings and field assessments.

Required Qualifications

Education

• High school graduate required; bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Community Development, Gender Studies, or related fields is an asset.

Experience

• At least 2–3 years of experience in community mobilization, outreach, or social work.
• Experience working with women, community groups, or vulnerable populations.
• Prior experience with NGOs, INGOs, or UN agencies is desirable.
• Experience working in Kandahar or similar cultural environments is highly valued.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and community engagement skills.
• Ability to speak confidently with women, families, and community leaders.
• Understanding of local customs, norms, and sensitivity toward women’s participation.
• Basic literacy in reporting, documentation, and attendance tracking.
• Ability to work independently and conduct extensive field outreach.
• Fluency in Pashto required; Dari is an advantage; basic English is helpful.

4. Key Attributes

• Respectful, patient, and culturally sensitive.
• Strong commitment to women’s empowerment and gender equality.
• High integrity, honesty, and confidentiality.
• Ability to build trust and maintain good relationships with communities.
• Willingness to travel frequently within Kandahar Province.

5. Working Conditions

• Field-based role with daily travel in target communities and regular visits to both WEHs.
• Regular interaction with women participants, families, community leaders, and local stakeholders.
• Must follow OHA’s security and safeguarding protocols.
• Work may involve outdoor community engagement and flexible schedules depending on cultural norms.

To apply for this position, please use OHA's online recruitment system. You can access the application by clicking the link below or by copying the link into a new tab and following the provided instructions to complete your application.

Link:  http://69.197.177.211/Vacancy/VacancyList_Description?_id=17