Acted is an international non-profit NGO headquartered in Paris, France, with operations in over 40 countries worldwide. Acted’s mission is to provide immediate humanitarian assistance to those in need while simultaneously creating long-term opportunities for sustainable growth. Acted operates in contexts of natural disasters, armed conflict, and socio-economic crises.
Acted is currently looking for a Community Mobilizer to join our team in the Venezuela mission.
Under the supervision of the WASH Officer and the Project Manager, the Community Mobilizer will be responsible for carrying out various project activities within the WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) framework. They will be responsible for providing support and conducting visits to vulnerable communities and delivering awareness-raising sessions on various topics. In addition, they will provide the necessary support to the team to implement all project activities carried out by Acted.
Functions
- Provide close support to the Project Manager and Officer in developing an implementation strategy and in the weekly planning of activities.
- Support in the development of teaching materials (presentations and communication pieces) used in the execution of activities with the communities.
- Conduct campaigns and information sessions on various topics related to the project.
- Provide close support in the planning and execution of all project activities, including distributions in vulnerable communities.
- Provide close support to the project manager in identifying challenges and risks, and formulating responses and mitigation measures.
- Provide close support to the project manager in determining logistical needs for the proper execution of project activities.
- Contribute to ensuring compliance with Acted and donor processes through the proper presentation of documentation.
- Participation in internal meetings, including project launch, review and closure meetings.
- Provide support to the Project Manager in monitoring activities (surveys) and measuring relevant indicators, in accordance with the donors’ contractual requirements.
- Provide support to the Project Manager in gathering information for success stories and case studies to increase Acted’s visibility and meet visibility requirements as part of the project.
- Commitment and transparency with beneficiaries (safeguarding beneficiaries, communication with communities, community participation, resolving complaints).
- To contribute to empowering community members.
- Coordination with other stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain relationships with local authorities, community leaders, and other stakeholders to secure the necessary permits to operate on the ground and involve them in decision-making, planning, and the execution of activities.
- Prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse.
- Contribute to reducing the carbon footprint and conserving the environment.
- Create and maintain an environment that prevents sexual exploitation and abuse and promotes the application of Acted’s zero tolerance policy and code of conduct.
- Perform any other tasks assigned by the ASH Officer or Project Manager.
Desired profile
Requirements
Required:
- Professional degree in social sciences, law, social work, sociology or other related discipline.
- Relevant work experience in social work or project implementation in emergency contexts, preferably in United Nations agencies or NGOs and international or national organizations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
- Previous experience in ASH projects (Desirable).
Soft skills:
- Kindness, acceptance, and solidarity.
- Empathy (listening attentively and validating their feelings).
- Respect (accept and do not judge).
- Ability to organize and prioritize activities.
- Service orientation: willingness to respond to requests with kindness, empathy and respect, even in situations under pressure.
- Attention to detail.
Skills:
- Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, diplomatic skills, flexibility, and proactivity.
- Strong planning and time management skills.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with third parties.
- Fluency in the English language (written and spoken) is an advantage.
Conditions
- Contract for the provision of services under the figure of Professional Fees for 3 months with possibility of renewal depending on budget availability and performance.
- Workplace: Acted office in Carabobo
- Professional fees according to the organization’s scale.
- Provision of services in person with recurring transfers to the areas affected by the seismic double event.
How to apply
Register your application at the following link:
https://forms.gle/14psYNnmSYBpGkYy9
Given the urgency of the request, ACTED reserves the right to close the recruitment process before the deadline if the candidate was selected.