The Social Mobilization Officer will be focused on effective planning, awareness, implementation, and monitoring of social mobilization activities within the project. Responsible for empowering individuals and communities to identify their needs and others required for socioeconomic development.

·       Identify new opportunities and good practices both externally and from within.

·       Sourcing grant announcements and developing suitable proposals.

·       Develop and implement a fundraising strategy and plan, in line with the strategic objectives of the project.

·       Develop and maintain relations with potential donors including local funding agencies, corporate sectors, and international donors in line with donor requirements.

·       Maintain database for all grant publications.

·       Liaise and maintain correspondence with relevant units/ program teams for better program coordination

·       Report program status by keeping program plans up to date

·       Schedule training events and prepare corresponding materials.

·       Identify gaps and challenges in the reports submitted by field staff and make recommendations for appropriate action

·       Maintain program databases

·       Train; supervise other staff members to perform work activities as assigned.

·       Collaborate with Coordinator and State M&E Officers to ensure documentation of all community mobilization activities

·       Prepare and submit timely and quality activity reports, including field notes and success stories, to effectively capture lessons learned on the ground from the projects.

·       Provide administrative support as needed.

·       Assist in the delivery of resources and services and strengthen community participation for sustainability and self-reliance.

• Carry out other duties as assigned

·       Bachelor’s degree in communications or any related field

·       Minimum of 2 years experience in social mobilization role.

·       Experience in Agribusiness or farming-related fields will be highly recommended.

·       Knowledge of agricultural operations, management, and research.

·       Strong I.T knowledge and experience (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

·    Excellent Report Writing skills

·       Excellent negotiation and leadership skills.

·       Ability to work effectively under pressure and to manage competing priorities

·       Excellent problem-solving, and analytical skills.

·       Excellent verbal, and written communication, persuasion, and research skills.

·       Ability to pay attention to detail.

·    Excellent interpersonal skills.

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