Community Liaison Officer (Amdafock, Birao, Batangafo, Kabo, Paoua, Obo and Zémio)

Created in 1922, DanChurchAid (DCA) is a Danish non-governmental organization whose action is based on rights. Installed in CAR since 2015, DCA provides assistance to the poorest communities in conflict and post-conflict situations through its Humanitarian Action Program "Safer Communities": education on the risks of Light Weapons and Small Calibers (SALW), Remnants and Explosives of War (REG); Reduction of Armed Violence (RVA) and peacebuilding & Social Psycho Support, distribution of non-food and household goods (NFI), conditional and unconditional cash (food stamps, etc.), distribution of seeds and tools, support to civil society organizations for their involvement in the reform of the Security Sector (SSR). DCA is looking for eight (08) very experienced Community Liaison Officer to participate in the development and implementation of activities in the areas of Amdafock, Birao, Batangafo, Kabo, Paoua, Obo, Zemio .

JOB PURPOSE:

DanChurchAid (DCA) is launching a call for applications for Community Liaison Officer for its Country Office in CAR. The incumbents of the position will be part of the mobile teams to be deployed in Amdafock, Birao, Bria, Batangafo, Kabo, Paoua, Obo, Zemio. The main role of the Community Liaison Officer is to: Participate in and facilitate the implementation of activities on the ground, with communities, Assist the project team in its various prerogatives (Project Manager, Compliance Officer).

Responsibilities

Directly provide Risk Education sessions related to Explosive Devices (REEE) to target groups,

Other information

Facilitate risk awareness workshops and organize meetings with decision-makers and other key people in the community, Train and support key people (teachers, community focal points, NGO staff),

Education / Qualifications

Liaise and collect relevant information on explosive devices from various sources (community, local authorities, military forces, other NGOs), Document the impact of DCA’s EREE activities through the collection of CAP surveys (Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices) and case studies, Collect information on victims of explosive devices in liaison with hospitals and other relevant institutions, Conduct community liaison activities to determine the perception of the presence of explosive devices Marking of hazardous areas Facilitate the care of victims of explosive devices Conduct socio-economic impact surveys and prepare reports when required, Complete with the Project Manager IMSMA records relating to reported hazardous areas or ad hoc interventions, Conduct surveys before and after ad hoc interventions with affected communities (collect information on land use), Conduct regular field visits and collect testimonies from affected communities and local leaders, Carry out any other tasks requested by the coordination according to the needs of the program.

Candidate profile

Bachelor in Social Sciences or Relevant Studies,

Experience

Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in the field of mine action required. Good networking skills,

Required skills

Excellent organizational and coordination skills / Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, Mastery of computer science and Microsoft applications, Diplomatic skills and patient behavior, Professional rigor, discipline and a high sense of responsibility Good knowledge of the country and areas of intervention, Proficiency in French and a good knowledge of the local languages of the project regions is an asset. The position is reserved for candidates of Central African nationality.

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