IEC/Community Engagement Professional

IEC/Community Engagement Professional at Palakkad

We are looking for committed and dynamic individuals to join a field-level Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) team for an ambitious waste management initiative in Kerala. The project involves transformation of local waste management practices, behavioural change at the community level, and coordination with stakeholders including households, local governance structures, and primary waste collection teams.

This is a people-centric role ideal for professionals passionate about environmental sustainability, community engagement, and public health. The assignment will be for a minimum of 12 months, extendable up to 18 months depending on project requirements.

Preference will be given to candidates who reside in Palakkad district or have prior work experience in Palakkad.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute IEC campaigns to raise awareness and promote sustainable waste practices across multiple local bodies.
• Engage with communities, residential associations, institutions, and informal sectors to drive behaviour change.
• Assist in implementing protocols and communication strategies for improved source segregation and waste supply chain.
• Facilitate training and orientation sessions for field workers, volunteers, and local officials.
• Coordinate with local self-governments, collection systems, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth rollout of practices.
• Support grievance redressal mechanisms, feedback collection, and real-time field reporting.
• Document learnings, case studies, and community stories for internal reporting and future learning.

Candidate Profile:

• Degree in Social Work, Environmental Sciences, Sociology, Developmental Studies, or any relevant discipline.
• 5-10 years of field experience in community outreach, sustainability, sanitation, solid waste management, or similar domains.
• Age 30-40 years
• Strong communication and facilitation skills in Malayalam and English.
• Experience working with local bodies, NGOs, SHGs, or public welfare projects is desirable.
• Ability to work independently as well as in coordination with a larger team across multiple jurisdictions.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned region.

Preferred Skills:

• Community mobilization and participatory communication
• Training and capacity building
• Behavioural change communication (BCC)
• Local governance coordination
• Reporting and documentation

Remuneration:

Salary will be competitive and based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and suitability for the role.

Job Types: Full-time, Contractual / Temporary
Contract length: 12-18 months

Pay: ₹14,990.09 - ₹28,435.24 per month

Schedule:

• Rotational shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Palakkad, Kerala: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 05/08/2025
Expected Start Date: 15/08/2025