Community Mobilizer- Cum-Trainer

Job Purpose: Amar Jyoti Yuvak Sangha (AJYS) is implementing Harpic world Toilet College in Varanasi.

The staff needs to ensure quality interventions and implementation of program, procurement procedures, financial management, Liaoning with stakeholders, reporting and steering the program along with the local CSO partners. The Staff will be coordinating with partners to achieve successful implementation of program activities in line with AJYS and Donor contractual obligations and standards.

Program Objective: The Harpic World Toilet College program aims to provide a dignified livelihood to sanitation workers by focusing on capacity building and behaviour change initiatives. The program endeavors to enhance the skills, knowledge, and overall well-being of sanitation workers, enabling them to work more efficiently, safely, and with improved dignity.

Role and Responsibilities:

1. Provide Psychosocial Support:
• Conduct individual, group, and family counseling sessions to address various psychological, emotional, and social issues.
• Develop personalized treatment plans based on individual needs and circumstances.
• Maintain confidential and accurate records of counseling sessions and progress.

2. Capacity Building Program:
• The implementation of capacity building Training programs for sanitation workers.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to create training modules that cover technical skills, hygiene practices, health and safety protocols, and soft skills.
• Facilitate training sessions, workshops, and seminars for sanitation workers across the state.
• Provide training and support to community members to build their capacity to participate in and sustain community initiatives.

3. Community Engagement:
• Build and maintain relationships with community members, leaders, and other stakeholders.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings, focus groups, and forums to gather input and encourage participation in activities.
• Program Implementation:
• Coordinate and implement community-based programs and initiatives aimed at improving overall community health and well-being.
• Mobilize community members to participate in and support various projects and events.

4. Stakeholder Engagement:
• Foster strong relationships with government authorities, Municipalities, local communities, NGOs, and other stakeholders to garner support and collaboration.
• Represent the Harpic World Toilet College program at different meetings, conferences, and events related to sanitation and livelihood improvement.
• Ensure Participation in different events to promote the activities in the state and celebration of significant days related to hygiene and sanitation.

Qualifications and Skills:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology Development Studies, Public Health, Business Administration(BBA/MBA) or a related field.
• Minimum 2 Year experience in program management, preferably in the field of sanitation, livelihood, or behavior change in Govt. or NGO sector.
• Knowledge of sanitation and hygiene issues, especially those related to sanitation workers.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to build effective partnerships.
• Ability to work with diverse teams and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in conducting training and capacity building activities is highly desirable.
• Sensitivity to the needs and challenges faced by sanitation workers and a passion for improving their livelihoods.
• Fluency in the local language(s) of the state is essential, along with proficiency in English.
• He /She must have owned a motorcycle.
• He /She must be ready to travel to the cities across state for the implementation of the project.

Salary-: 20000 to 25000

Apply: ajysrecruit@gmail.com

How to Apply: Interested candidates should send their CV. Applicants should include a brief cover letter outlining their suitability for the role and send it to AJYS at ajysrecruit@gmail.com. Applications must be received by November 30, 2024. Since selection is an ongoing process, candidates who apply sooner will be interviewed earlier. Those who have applied previously need not reapply. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Note: Only residents of UP are eligible to apply.