Community Outreach Worker

The Community Outreach Worker will be responsible for implementing school- and community-based activities in support of the HPV vaccination rollout for eligible adolescent girls. The role involves engaging parents, caregivers, school representatives, and local influencers to raise awareness about HPV, its link to cervical cancer, and the importance of vaccination. The worker utilizes strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively convey important health messages and gather community feedback. This role is field-based and requires traveling within assigned areas to conduct outreach activities. The ideal candidate holds at least an intermediate level of education and possesses fluency in the local language, with additional language skills considered a plus. Prior experience in community outreach, mobilization, or health promotion, especially related to immunization or public health projects, is preferred. Flexibility to work outside regular hours, including weekends, and the capability to work independently or collaboratively with others are essential for success in this role.

• RESPONSIBILITIES

  DESCRIPTION

  1.     Community Engagement & Awareness

  · Conduct door-to-door visits to educate families and caregivers about vaccination schedules and the importance of immunization.

  · Address misconceptions and provide information on vaccine safety, efficacy, and the benefits of vaccination.

  · Organize and conduct health awareness sessions in schools, community centers, and other public spaces.

  ·  Facilitate focus group discussions (FGDs) with community members, including parents, to understand and overcome barriers to immunization.

  2.     Data Collection & Reporting

  · Identify and track zero-dose and under-immunized children in the target community.

  · Maintain accurate records of vaccination status, refusals, and other relevant data.

  ·  Provide regular reports on outreach activities, progress, challenges, and outcomes to the supervisor.

  3.     Collaboration with Health Teams:

  · Work closely with EPI vaccinators, mobile health teams, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that immunization campaigns are successfully carried out.

  · Help organize immunization campaigns and mobilize the community for participation.

  ·  Coordinate with local leaders, community health workers, and other stakeholders to ensure support for immunization initiatives

  4.     Advocacy & Support:

  · Advocate for immunization at the grassroots level to help increase demand and overcome vaccine hesitancy.

  ·  Support community-based activities like art competitions, health talks, and campaigns that promote immunization.

  5.     Health awareness activities conduction:

  · Organize and facilitate community-based health awareness activities focused on key topics such as Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), proper hygiene practices, vaccination, nutrition, general well-being, and prevention of seasonal illnesses.

  · Engage with community members, particularly women and children, to promote healthy practices and behaviors that contribute to improved health outcomes.

  ·  Distribute informational materials, conduct interactive sessions, and utilize local media to spread awareness on these critical health topics

• Safeguarding & Compliance

  Our organization maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward conduct incompatible with its values and objectives, including sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, discrimination, and abuse of authority. We adhere strictly to child-safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, including verification of academic credentials and employment history. Additional documentation may be requested if required.

  Additional Information

  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a test/interview.
  Due to the nature of the project, positions may be filled on a rolling basis.