Call for Application -
Project Assistant

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Project Associate (CBDRM), the Project Assistant (CBDRM) will be responsible and accountable for the day-to-day community engagement and mobilization for the implementation of Community-Based Disaster Risk Management (CBDRM) activities in target Union Councils of Khairpur district under the BRAVE project. The incumbent will act as the primary link between IOM and the community, facilitating participatory processes to strengthen local disaster resilience.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Conduct daily field visits to target communities for community mobilization, awareness raising, and regular follow-up on project activities.
• Support the facilitation of participatory community risk assessments and vulnerability and capacity analysis (VCA) exercises.
• Assist in the formation, training, and regular meetings of Community Disaster Management Committees (CDMCs) and volunteer groups.
• Mobilize community members to actively participate in project activities, including training sessions, planning workshops, and simulation drills.
• Provide support in conducting community training sessions on disaster preparedness, early warning systems, first aid, and evacuation planning.
• Support the field team in the distribution of Early Warning System (EWS) kits and provide basic instruction on their use to community members.
• Liaise with community leaders, local representatives, and committee members to ensure inclusive participation and address concerns.
• Collect field data and basic information as required for monitoring and reporting purposes.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

 Required Qualifications and Experience:

• High school diploma with three years of relevant experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Rural Development, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with Two year of relevant professional experience.

Experience:
Minimum requirements:

• Minimum of 3 year of experience in community mobilization, social work, or fieldwork with NGOs/INGOs.
• Experience in engaging with communities and conducting group discussions.
• Resident of or familiarity with the operational district (Khairpur) or surrounding areas.

Advantages:

• Previous experience in DRR, CBDRM, or humanitarian projects is an advantage.
• Experience in data collection and surveys.

Skills:

• Position specific skills, for example:
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and motivational skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with local communities.
• Basic report-writing and documentation skills.
• Familiarity with local customs and community dynamics.

Languages:

REQUIRED

For all applicants, fluency in Sindhi and Urdu is required (oral and written).

DESIRABLE

Basic knowledge of English is an advantage.

Notes:

Only short-listed candidates who match the required criteria for the position will be contacted.

IOM provides equal opportunity to all qualified female and male including the physically challenged candidates.