PURPOSE OF DIVISION:
Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) is an international relief and development charity that envisages a caring world where people unite to respond to the suffering of others, empowering them to fulfil their potential. We are an independent Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) founded in the UK in 1984. Working in 40 countries, we promote sustainable economic and social development by working with local communities to eradicate poverty, illiteracy and disease. We also respond to disasters and emergencies, helping people in crisis. Islamic Relief provides support regardless of religion, ethnicity, or gender and without expecting anything in return.
Job Purpose:
The role of a Social Mobilizer is essential for engaging communities, facilitating communication, and ensuring that project activities align with the needs and capacities of local stakeholders and to assist Livelihood project officer with the development and implementation of the project activities, including project plans, organizing community meetings, identification of farmers, meetings with farmers, helping FSL officer in distribution of agriculture inputs, follow visits of farmers and monitoring activities in Halabja governorates
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- HoP as direct line manager, Country Director, FSL and OCWP Coordinator, FM, HR Coordinator as CMT Members and Head of Departments, and MEAL.
- Admin & Liaison Officer, Procurement Officer, IT Officer and Security Officer as subordinates.
Generic responsibilities:
- Ensure that the country set up comply with IRW policies and donor requirements.
- Ensure anti-corruption/Fraud focus in procedures.
- Provide regular analysis and reports.
Specific responsibilities:
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
The job holder is accountable for fulfilling his or her roles and responsibilities in line with Islamic values and principles of fairness, humanity, honesty, respect and fair treatment of his/her colleagues and staff.
| 1. Conduct community meetings to raise awareness about the project’s objectives, benefits, and implementation process. |
| 2. Mobilize and motivate local communities to participate actively in project activities. |
| 3. Facilitate awareness campaigns on agricultural best practices, climate-resilient farming techniques, and resource management |
| 4. Assist in forming farmer groups, cooperatives, or community-based organizations (CBOs) to strengthen collective action and resource sharing.
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| 5. Facilitate group meetings, provide guidance on group management, and encourage collective decision-making to improve productivity and market access.
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| 6. The Social mobilizers will be based in Halabja Governorate and will be responsible to identify vulnerable farmers as per the agreed criteria. The Social Mobilizers will be responsible to mobilize and organize communities, conducting meetings with community leaders, right holders’ identification, training arrangements, assisting project officer in the implementation of project activities, distribution of business kits and regularly monitoring field activities. |
| 7. Conduct regular visits to the field for project activities implementation and conduct regular follow-ups with the project beneficiaries’ activities.
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| 8. Follow up visits to farmers for different project activities, organizing meetings with farmers.
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| 9. Support the MEAL department on conduct baseline & endline surveys.
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| 10. Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports.
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| 11. Any other task assigned by FSL officer
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| 12. Traveling to Erbil main office to attend the required workshops, trainings and other events.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
It is essential that the post holder shows a good understanding and empathy with the Islamic values and principles as well as commitment to IRW’s vision and mission. This section should detail the requirements of the role in the following sections:
ESSENTIAL:
- A) EDUCATION/TRAINING
Required:
- Minimum of Diploma Degree in agriculture, Development studies or related field.
- B) EXPERIENCE
- 1-2 years’ experience in the field of agriculture or livelihoods working with INGOs/NGOs.
- Previous experience working in the same field is an advantage.
Required:
Professional Qualifications.
- Extensive experience in working for NGO or INGOs on Development fields with a minimum of two years of relevant experience.
- Demonstrated capacities to establish and maintain strong, collaborative working relationships with government officials, local organizations, communities and other stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Kurdish (speaking, reading, and writing) is essential. English and Arabic proficiency are advantageous
- Good writing and reporting skills.
- Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in computer applications (MS Word, Excel, Power point).
DESIRABLE:
- Experience as a Development Officer with an INGO, responsible for implementing livelihood projects, coordinating with local organizations, and building partnerships with stakeholders. Demonstrated capacity to manage project timelines and meet deliverables in dynamic, often challenging environments.
- Hands-on experience as a Livelihood Officer in agricultural projects, including cash-for-livestock programs, conditional grants, or in-kind support Skilled in identifying community needs, selecting beneficiaries, and overseeing distribution and training activities. Successfully contributed to projects improving food security and economic resilience for rural communities.
Dear Applicant: If you are a programme person, experienced, competent, reliable, service minded, dedicated and a highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to IRW’s values and beliefs, please apply by downloading the application pack from the below link and forward the filled and completed form to: jobs@ir-iraq.org before the closing time & date (Sunday, 04:00 pm,24 November 2024). - Please write the position title: (Social Mobilizer/Halabja) in the subject of the email. - CVs will not be accepted. - Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer. Our values and commitment to safeguarding IRW is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom IRW engages. IRW expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organization. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records checks. IRW also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
