Community Focal Resource Person

About the role

The Community Focal Resource Person (CFRP) will be the first point of contact for Hand in Hand Eastern Africa in assigned communities. You will mobilise community members, form self‑help groups and deliver foundational training to support poverty alleviation initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Create awareness of HiH EA activities through promotion and outreach in the assigned area.
• Identify, recruit, mobilise and support potential groups, ensuring they are cohesive and sustainable.
• Deliver training on the HiH EA model and maintain regular reporting.
• Maintain effective relationships with local leaders, community groups and other stakeholders.
• Ensure proper documentation and record‑keeping for all activities.

Required profile

• Certificate or Diploma in Community Development, Social Work, Social Sciences or related field.
• At least 1 year of demonstrable community mobilisation, volunteering or fieldwork experience.
• Willingness and ability to work effectively in field‑based, rural settings.

Required skills

• Ability to deliver community training and facilitate participatory learning sessions.
• Strong public speaking and communication skills for community engagement.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare timely activity reports.