COMMUNITY MOBILIZATION OFFICER

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POSTED BY MVUNGI JOB MASTERJOB VACANCY: COMMUNITY MOBILIZATION OFFICERS (2 POSITIONS)Organisation: Women's Legal Resources Centre (WOLREC)Position: Community Mobilization OfficerNumber of Vacancies: 2Duty Stations: Mulanje (1 position) and Zomba (1 position), MalawiEmployment Type: Not specified in the source advertRequired Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Social Science or equivalentApplication Method: Email, postal application or hand deliveryApplication Deadline: Friday, 23 October 2026ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITYThe Women's Legal Resources Centre (WOLREC), in partnership with Social Development Direct and with funding from the Embassy of Ireland in Malawi, is implementing a five-year project aimed at preventing early and unintended pregnancies (EUP) in Zomba and Mulanje Districts.WOLREC is inviting applications from suitably qualified, motivated and committed individuals to fill two Community Mobilization Officer positions. Successful candidates will support community engagement, mobilisation and collaboration with local stakeholders to strengthen efforts to prevent early and unintended pregnancies.KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. Community Mobilisation and CoordinationSupport the planning, coordination and implementation of community mobilisation activities under the early and unintended pregnancy prevention approach.Work closely with Community Facilitators and Community Leaders to promote effective community engagement.Assist Community Facilitators and Community Leaders in developing and implementing activities that respond to local needs.2. Community Engagement and ParticipationPromote the meaningful participation of adolescents, parents, caregivers, community leaders and other stakeholders in prevention activities.Support community dialogues addressing factors contributing to early and unintended pregnancies.Encourage collaboration among community members and relevant stakeholders.3. Service Linkages and Problem-SolvingStrengthen connections between community mobilisation activities and relevant health, education, protection and other services.Identify challenges affecting project implementation and work with community stakeholders and the project team to develop practical solutions.Perform any other duties assigned by management.QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCEApplicants must possess:A Bachelor's Degree in Social Science or an equivalent qualification.REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIESSuitable candidates should demonstrate the following:Self-motivation and the ability to work with minimum supervision.Good written and oral communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills.Good facilitation skills.Ability to work collaboratively with community members and stakeholders.HOW TO APPLYInterested and qualified candidates should submit their applications to the Executive Director of WOLREC through any of the following methods.1. Email applicationSend your application to either of the following email addresses:recruitment@wolrec.orgwolrecrecruitment@gmail.com2. Postal applicationThe Executive DirectorWomen's Legal Resources Centre (WOLREC)P.O. Box 31472Chichiri, Blantyre 3, Malawi3. Hand-delivered applicationApplications may also be delivered to:WOLREC OfficesNaperi, Kenyatta DrivePlot SW 8/517/3&4For enquiries:Telephone: +265 983 306 760 / +265 897 184 542APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, 23 OCTOBER 2026Only shortlisted candidates may be contacted.FIND MORE JOB OPPORTUNITIES WITH MVUNGI JOB MASTERLooking for your next career opportunity? Mvungi Job Master helps Malawians access job vacancies and professional career services.Explore our services:Find jobs: Discover more opportunities at https://mvungi.com/jobsProfessional CV writing: Get a professionally prepared CV tailored to your career goals.Application letter writing: Get assistance preparing a professional application letter for your target position.Automatic job applications: Register to access Mvungi's digital recruitment tools and available job application services through your own Gmail account.Register here: https://mvungi.com/registerStay connected with Mvungi Job MasterFollow our official WhatsApp Channel for more verified job opportunities, career guidance and employment updates:https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb7gbc91XquZnalOXc2iJOB SEEKER SAFETY REMINDER: Never pay an individual or recruiter a recruitment fee to secure a job. Always verify vacancies and application instructions through the recruiting organisation's official contact details.Mvungi Job Master — Connecting Job Seekers to Opportunities.

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Apply by email: recruitment@wolrec.org