Rapid Socio Cultural Assessment (RSCA) Manager
Objective 1: To conduct a rapid socio cultural assessment in the intervention context (Dadu district).
Define the overall area that is feasible to be conducted within the timeframe and responding to program need. Define planning of activities for the 3-month assessment according to area defined. Assess the intervention context in identification of key informants, communication channels and best practices in awareness/mobilization activities with program staff, District authorities (EDO-Health, Nutrition focal point) and according to ToR in annex. Plan and organize all needs to conduct the assessment including cash forecasts and logistics. Coordinate with field teams in order for timely recruitment of translator. Produce a final report and present findings to key stakeholders.
Objective 2: To facilitate the development of a community mobilization strategy based on findings and involving key stakeholders in nutrition, food security and WASH.
Facilitate definition of a community awareness/mobilization/BCC strategy based on findings with participation of key stakeholders. Assess existing and define/refine tools and methodology for the overall community awareness/mobilization/BCC strategy in the field in terms of communication with beneficiaries and communities in intervention areas (indirect or non-beneficiaries of the program).
Objective 3: To define follow-up and evaluation tools for the community mobilization strategy.
Develop and define basic tools that can allow for trainings, key messages dissemination and follow-up of community mobilization activities (in collaboration with PQA). Existing community outreach strategy should be studied and strengthened in a sustainable way to increase access and coverage of the communities. The proposed strategy will include volunteer networks and the health committees already established in addition to propose a revised one based on RSCA findings. Coordinate with Nut Co, FSL Co, WaSH Co for the definition of main topics to be covered by the community mobilization strategy and creation of packages for key messages dissemination (including example of activities to be conducted with beneficiaries or the EU FSTP program). Encourage approaches that will the buy-in of the DoH and existing outreach program such Lady Health Workers programme in this strategy, as well as ways to integrate the strategy into the existing health systems. Social taboos identified during the RSCA will be considered for the strategy development.
Objective 4: To ensure the training of field and counterpart teams in community communication and mobilization.
To train teams on the communication methods and application tools developed according to outputs from previous objectives. Reporting: document the products for each project for capitalization of the approach.
QUALIFICATIONS
Necessary background in Anthropology or Sociology. Prior experience in similar assessment / study is recommended Solid experience in working with community mobilization in Humanitarian field is required Strong capacity training skills. Strong capacity for relations with state and local stakeholders. Minimum Bachelor degree in Public Health or any relevant field, Masters Degree preferred. Excellent human resource management skills. Excellent organizational, leadership and motivation/training skills. Must be disciplined and able to work autonomously and arrive at decisions and conclusions with minimal guidance. The person must be able to set own deadlines and meet them consistently. Fluent in English (professional English required);
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL
Two years relevant work experience Previous overseas experience Experience in community mobilization Fluent English Ability to analyze and synthesize
PREFERRED
Professional, motivated, open, creative, mature, responsible, flexible, culturally sensitive Good managerial and training skills Previous experience in the humanitarian field
How to apply:
Apply with resume and cover letter at http://actionagainsthunger.theresumator.com/apply/Mgdgjs/Rapid-Socio-Cul...
Define the overall area that is feasible to be conducted within the timeframe and responding to program need. Define planning of activities for the 3-month assessment according to area defined. Assess the intervention context in identification of key informants, communication channels and best practices in awareness/mobilization activities with program staff, District authorities (EDO-Health, Nutrition focal point) and according to ToR in annex. Plan and organize all needs to conduct the assessment including cash forecasts and logistics. Coordinate with field teams in order for timely recruitment of translator. Produce a final report and present findings to key stakeholders.
Objective 2: To facilitate the development of a community mobilization strategy based on findings and involving key stakeholders in nutrition, food security and WASH.
Facilitate definition of a community awareness/mobilization/BCC strategy based on findings with participation of key stakeholders. Assess existing and define/refine tools and methodology for the overall community awareness/mobilization/BCC strategy in the field in terms of communication with beneficiaries and communities in intervention areas (indirect or non-beneficiaries of the program).
Objective 3: To define follow-up and evaluation tools for the community mobilization strategy.
Develop and define basic tools that can allow for trainings, key messages dissemination and follow-up of community mobilization activities (in collaboration with PQA). Existing community outreach strategy should be studied and strengthened in a sustainable way to increase access and coverage of the communities. The proposed strategy will include volunteer networks and the health committees already established in addition to propose a revised one based on RSCA findings. Coordinate with Nut Co, FSL Co, WaSH Co for the definition of main topics to be covered by the community mobilization strategy and creation of packages for key messages dissemination (including example of activities to be conducted with beneficiaries or the EU FSTP program). Encourage approaches that will the buy-in of the DoH and existing outreach program such Lady Health Workers programme in this strategy, as well as ways to integrate the strategy into the existing health systems. Social taboos identified during the RSCA will be considered for the strategy development.
Objective 4: To ensure the training of field and counterpart teams in community communication and mobilization.
To train teams on the communication methods and application tools developed according to outputs from previous objectives. Reporting: document the products for each project for capitalization of the approach.
QUALIFICATIONS
Necessary background in Anthropology or Sociology. Prior experience in similar assessment / study is recommended Solid experience in working with community mobilization in Humanitarian field is required Strong capacity training skills. Strong capacity for relations with state and local stakeholders. Minimum Bachelor degree in Public Health or any relevant field, Masters Degree preferred. Excellent human resource management skills. Excellent organizational, leadership and motivation/training skills. Must be disciplined and able to work autonomously and arrive at decisions and conclusions with minimal guidance. The person must be able to set own deadlines and meet them consistently. Fluent in English (professional English required);
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL
Two years relevant work experience Previous overseas experience Experience in community mobilization Fluent English Ability to analyze and synthesize
PREFERRED
Professional, motivated, open, creative, mature, responsible, flexible, culturally sensitive Good managerial and training skills Previous experience in the humanitarian field
How to apply:
Apply with resume and cover letter at http://actionagainsthunger.theresumator.com/apply/Mgdgjs/Rapid-Socio-Cul...
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