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International Rescue Committee

Global humanitarian nonprofit delivering emergency relief

Movilizador Comunitario

Community Outreach & ProgramsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBuenaventura, Valle del Cauca, ColombiaCOP1.9MHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high-school diploma, technical qualification, or technological qualification in social, community, or related areas is required.
  • One year of experience in community work, social mobilization, or identification and characterization of vulnerable populations in humanitarian, nongovernmental, or community organizations is required.
  • Knowledge of the territory, social dynamics, and communities of Buenaventura and Valle del Cauca is required.
  • Interest in the well-being of children, adolescents, and survivors of gender-based violence, and willingness to conduct field work and have direct community contact, are required.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and respect for clients and user-provided information is required.
  • Fluency in Spanish is required; English is not required.
  • Ability to direct and work well in a team environment is required.
  • Ability to remain composed, prioritize work under pressure, and work in a difficult environment is required.

Responsibilities

  • Support the preparation, logistics, and facilitation of group sessions and safe spaces for children and adolescents, and activities with survivors of gender-based violence, following the guidance and methodologies provided by the technical team.
  • Support the identification and initial registration of people with possible child-protection or gender-based-violence needs, and refer them to the relevant case-management team for specialized follow-up.
  • Support logistics for cash-assistance distribution activities, including checking lists, organizing spaces, and guiding participants on the process and safe use of the transfer.
  • Mobilize and convene community members for information sessions, cash-assistance distribution activities, safe-space activities, and other project activities.
  • Coordinate with community leaders, Community Action Boards, and local institutions to strengthen identification and referral pathways.
  • Adhere to confidentiality, nondiscrimination, and best-interest principles for children and survivors during project activities, including safeguarding the confidentiality of family and participant information.
  • Complete checklists, monitoring forms, and project data-collection tools, ensuring information is recorded completely and reliably.
  • Identify protection concerns during field visits that require specialized attention and promptly refer them to the appropriate case-management team.
  • Provide general logistical and operational support for project activities, including community outreach, cash-assistance distributions, community groups, safe-space sessions, and group workshops.
  • Disseminate information about project services and the InfoPa'lante platform within the community.
  • Identify child-protection or gender-based-violence concerns during field visits and promptly report them to Protection Management.
  • Maintain effective working relationships with relevant stakeholders, including community leaders and implementing partners.
  • Complete monthly activity reports in accordance with guidance from Protection Management.
  • Maintain detailed and confidential records of activities, forms, and referrals, online or in physical form, in line with recognized best practices.
  • Contribute to monthly reports.
  • Communicate directly and effectively with case-management officers and other protection team members as part of referral processes.
  • Attend regular field-level protection team meetings.
  • Contribute to developing activity proposals related to community mobilization and operational project support.

Desired Qualifications

  • Professional training in Social Work, Psychology, or Social Sciences is valued.
  • Residence in the Buenaventura or Valle del Cauca area is valued.
  • Previous experience in humanitarian project logistics or community mobilization is valued.
  • Experience with databases and digital data-collection tools such as Kobo, ODK, or similar is valued.

About the Company

International Rescue Committee

Global humanitarian nonprofit delivering emergency relief

Emergency relief and long-term support provider active in 40+ countries and 26 U.S. cities, offering health, education, safety, economic, and protection services to people affected by conflict, displacement, or disasters. It runs refugee resettlement, mental health care, primary healthcare, vocational training, and protection programs, with operations that combine direct services and advocacy. Its distinct approach comes from a large global footprint, extensive field experience, a focus on dignity and resilience, and evidence-based programs supported by initiatives like the Airbel Impact Lab. The goal is to lessen suffering, protect human rights, and help communities recover and thrive through inclusive, long-term strategies that empower those affected by crises.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$500K
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1933

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