| Name of Organisation | Development Alternatives |
|---|---|
| Position | Community Resource Person |
| Qualification | Graduation, Post Graduation |
| Domain | Development Action Domain |
| Location | Orcha (Madhya Pradesh) |
| No. of Positions | 1 |
| Experience | 3 – 4 Years |
| Job Type | Contract |
Job description
The Community Resource Person (CRP) will play a crucial role in implementing and promoting the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) by actively engaging with community members to foster sustainable water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) practices. As a local ambassador for the project, the CRP will work closely with villagers, panchayat members, and other stakeholders to ensure effective delivery and community ownership of JJM initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Community Mobilization and Awareness
- Household Outreach: Conduct door-to-door visits to educate families on the importance of safe drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene.
- Awareness Campaigns: Organize and lead community awareness activities, including water conservation, water-borne disease prevention, and clean sanitation practices.
- Behaviour Change Promotion: Encourage safe water handling and storage practices within households.
Village Action Plan Support
- Assistance in Plan Preparation: Assist the community, including Gram Panchayat (GP) members in preparing village-level water action plans aligned with JJM objectives.
- Meeting Facilitation: Support and participate in Gram Sabha meetings to advocate for WASH-related decisions and activities.
Maintenance and Infrastructure Support
- Infrastructure Monitoring: Regularly inspect local water sources, public water supply systems, and hand pumps, reporting non-functional units to the relevant authorities for timely repair.
- Community Coordination for Maintenance: Encourage community members to participate in maintenance efforts, ensuring continued functionality of water and sanitation infrastructure.
Formation and Strengthening of Committees
- VWSC Jal Samitees Support: Facilitate the formation of Village Water and Sanitation Committees (VWSC) and other relevant committees to promote local ownership and management of water resources.
- Capacity Building: Assist in training VWSC members on their roles and responsibilities, helping them plan, manage, and monitor WASH activities in their villages.
Capacity Building and Training
- Community Training: Organize workshops and training sessions on topics like water quality testing, sanitation practices, and hygiene promotion.
- Women and Youth Engagement: Mobilize and train women and youth leaders to act as advocates for WASH practices, fostering a sense of community responsibility.
Record Keeping and Reporting
- Data Collection and Reporting: Collect data on community needs, water and sanitation conditions, and progress on JJM activities, maintaining accurate records and reports for submission to the project team.
- Feedback and Issue Resolution: Act as a bridge between the community and project team, communicating challenges, suggestions, and success stories to improve the project’s effectiveness.
Other Responsibilities
- Additional Tasks: Undertake any other duties as needed to support the effective implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission and promote sustainable WASH practices.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
- Education: Minimum high school diploma; additional qualifications in community development or WASH-related fields preferred.
- Experience: Prior experience in community engagement or fieldwork in rural development, health, or WASH sectors is an advantage.
- Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse community members.
- Local Knowledge: Familiarity with local languages, culture, and social structures within the village.
Commitment to Development: Passionate about improving community health, water access, and sanitation practices.This role is ideal for individuals who are community-driven, proactive, and committed to creating positive change through direct engagement with rural communities. The CRP will be essential in building community trust and fostering sustainable water and sanitation practices.
