The Community Cadre plays a vital role in engaging with local communities, facilitating access to entitlements, and supporting program implementation through grassroots outreach. This position involves mobilizing community members, assisting with documentation, conducting surveys, and acting as a liaison between beneficiaries and the NGO. The ideal candidate should be passionate about community development, possess strong interpersonal skills, and have experience working directly with vulnerable populations
Salary: Rs.15,000
Key Responsibilities
Community Mobilization and Awareness:
- Increase community awareness on entitlement schemes and their application process.
Documentation Support:
- Assist community members in gathering and preparing necessary documents (e.g., IDs, applications, proof of eligibility) to access social welfare schemes, grants, or other entitlements.
- Guide beneficiaries through application processes and follow up with relevant authorities as needed.
Data Collection and Surveys:
- Conduct field surveys, needs assessments, and baseline/endline studies to gather community-level data.
- Ensure accurate and timely entry of survey findings into databases or reporting tools
Reporting and Coordination:
- Compile and submit regular field reports to the Program Manager, highlighting challenges, successes, and community feedback.
- Serve as a bridge between the community, the NGO and government departments, escalating issues and ensuring smooth communication.
Qualifications and Skills
Required:
- 10th Class Pass or equivalent (additional training in community development, social work, or related fields is a plus).
- Prior experience in community mobilization, social work, or fieldwork with NGOs/CBOs.
- Strong communication and facilitation skills in local languages
- Familiarity with government welfare schemes and application processes.
- Basic digital literacy
- Ability to work with diverse groups, including marginalized communities, with cultural sensitivity.
- Willingness to travel frequently within assigned areas.
Job Specific Information
- Location: Resource Center Office Kishan Bagh, Hyderabad
- Working hours: Monday-Friday 10 am to 5 pm Saturday: 10 am to 1pm