Community Mobilizer

Established in August 2002, WADAN is an indigenous, government registered NGO. We undertake community and institutional development, civic education, education, drug control, human rights, anti-corruption, protection, livelihood and child protection initiatives. Headquartered in Kabul, WADAN has offices in provinces that provide national coverage.

For details please visit our website at www.wadan.org

The Community Mobilizer will be responsible for mobilizing, engaging, and coordinating communities to support the effective implementation of the Community-Based Education (CBE) and Accelerated Learning Centre (ALC) activities. The incumbent will facilitate community participation, strengthen relationships with local stakeholders, monitor educational activities, and ensure that CBE and ALC classes operate effectively in accordance with project objectives, organizational policies, and Ministry of Education (MoE) standards.

The position requires frequent field visits, classroom monitoring, engagement with teachers, students, parents, community elders, School Shura members, and relevant education authorities to promote access to quality, inclusive, and sustainable education.

Duties and Responsibilities

·       Establish and maintain positive relationships with community members, elders, parents, religious leaders, and other relevant stakeholders through regular meetings and consultations.

·       Mobilize community members to actively participate in and support CBE and ALC activities, including student enrolment, regular attendance, retention, and learning.

·       Facilitate the establishment and strengthening of CBE Councils and School Shuras to promote community ownership, accountability, and sustainability of educational activities.

·       Develop community mobilization plans and work collaboratively with local stakeholders to address barriers to education, particularly those affecting girls and vulnerable children.

·       Promote community contributions and resource mobilization to support the effective operation and sustainability of CBE and ALC classes.

·       Conduct regular field visits to monitor the implementation and overall performance of CBE and ALC classes, ensuring that each centre is visited at least twice per month or more frequently when required.

·       Monitor classroom activities through regular classroom observations to assess teaching and learning processes, teacher performance, student participation, classroom management, and adherence to approved curricula and teaching schedules.

·       Monitor teacher and student attendance, punctuality, class schedules, lesson delivery, and the overall functionality of CBE and ALC centres, identifying and reporting irregularities or operational challenges.

·       Verify the availability and appropriate utilization of teaching and learning materials, classroom furniture, educational supplies, and other project-provided resources.

·       Monitor classroom conditions, including safety, cleanliness, accessibility, and the availability of suitable learning environments, and report any maintenance or rehabilitation needs.

·       Identify challenges affecting the quality and continuity of education, recommend appropriate corrective measures, and follow up on their implementation in coordination with the Project Coordinator and relevant education staff.

·       Collect and verify monitoring information, maintain accurate field visit records, and prepare regular monitoring reports highlighting achievements, challenges, observations, and recommendations.

·       Follow up on issues identified during monitoring visits and ensure that appropriate actions are taken by teachers, CBE Councils, School Shuras, and relevant project staff.

·       Coordinate with project trainers, education officers, and MEAL staff in collecting, verifying, and reporting programme data, including student enrolment, attendance, retention, teacher attendance, and learning activities.

·       Support the registration and integration of eligible students and teachers into the formal Ministry of Education system in coordination with relevant provincial and district education authorities.

·       Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Provincial Education Directorates (PEDs), District Education Directorates (DEDs), hub schools, community representatives, and other relevant organizations.

·       Coordinate with trainers and education staff to identify training needs, organize capacity-building workshops, and facilitate the selection of training participants and suitable venues.

·       Support the identification and resolution of operational challenges affecting the implementation of CBE and ALC activities in the targeted communities.

·       Ensure transparent and accountable implementation of classroom rehabilitation, repair, maintenance, and educational material distribution activities, maintaining proper supporting documentation and records.

·       Prepare and submit regular field monitoring reports, community meeting minutes, assessment findings, and other required programme reports to the Project Coordinator.

·       Maintain accurate and updated records of CBE and ALC centres, including student enrolment, attendance, teacher attendance, community meetings, monitoring visits, and identified follow-up actions.

·       Assist the Project Coordinator and other programme staff in preparing training materials, implementation plans, awareness materials, and other programme documents.

·       Conduct meetings and awareness sessions for teachers, CBE Council members, School Shura members, PED and DED focal points, and other relevant stakeholders to strengthen their capacity in planning, monitoring, and implementing community-based education activities.

·       Provide timely feedback to the Project edcation officer and project mandger regarding programme progress, field observations, community concerns, and any risks affecting programme implementation.u

·       Perform any other relevant duties assigned by the Project Coordinator in line with the objectives of the project.

• A bachelor's degree in Education, Social Sciences, Community Development, or a related field will be considered an advantage.

• At least two years of relevant experience in community-based education, community mobilization, or education programme implementation.
• Experience in community participation, resource mobilization, and coordination with local communities and education authorities.
• Candidates holding a bachelor's degree are required to have at least one year of relevant experience in the education sector.
• Previous experience in monitoring CBE, ALC, or other community-based education programmes will be considered an advantage.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Good understanding of community structures, local dynamics, and community development approaches.
• Knowledge of the education system in Afghanistan, particularly CBE and ALC programmes and Ministry of Education requirements.
• Understanding of the importance of education in society, child development, inclusive education, and girls' education.
• Ability to conduct field monitoring, classroom observations, data collection, and basic assessments.
• Ability to prepare field visit reports, maintain accurate records, and document programme activities.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, coordination, and community mobilization skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills in relevant local languages.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel, are an advantage.

Safeguarding, PSEA, and Compliance

• WADAN has zero-tolerance policy toward sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment, in line with UN standards