Social Mobilizer for Room to Read Organization
| For : | Cambodian Only |
| Categories : | Community Development, Monitoring & Evaluation, Rural development, Social Work |
| Schedule : | Full time job |
| Sex : | Male, Female |
| Language : | English |
| Location : | Kampot |
| Hiring : | 1 Position |
| Closing Date : | 28th January 2026 |
| Salary : |
Negotiable
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| Experience : | Minimum 2 years |
| Degree : | Master |
Founded in 2000 on the belief that World Change Starts with Educated Children®, Room to Read develops children’s foundational literacy skills, as well as life skills that promote gender equality. As a leading implementer, Room to Read nurtures these essential skills in children by strengthening education systems – all while honoring the dignity of every child. Our Literacy Portfolio supports children in developing literacy skills and a love of reading by training and coaching educators, creating quality curriculum and children’s book content in local languages, and enriching learning spaces that enable children to become independent readers. Our Gender Equality Portfolio supports all adolescents, particularly girls, to develop life skills that promote gender equality with curriculum that focuses on collaboration, resilience, leadership, decision-making and critical thinking. We are a valuable partner of choice for government, other system and program partners as well as investors focused on education. Committed to accelerating learning outcomes for more children, more quickly, Room to Read has benefited 52 million children across 29 countries, including Bangladesh, Cambodia, Canada, China, Grenada, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Italy, Jordan, Kenya, Laos, Lebanon, Malawi, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Palestine, Philippines, Rwanda, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Uganda, United States, Vietnam and Zambia. By the end of 2027, we aim to double the number of children and communities we support each year. Room to Read envisions a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality, where all children have room to read, learn and grow. Visit us at website.
We are looking for national candidates’ qualifications to fill a position of Social Mobilizer and will be based at Angkor Chey District, Kampot Province.
- Curriculum and Content
- Develop a strong understanding of Room to Read’s Girls’ Education Program design, life skills content, and expected outcomes.
- Support teachers in planning and conducting life skills sessions using standardized modules for girls in groups of 20–25.
- Facilitate Life Skills Clubs/Children’s Groups, conducting at least 8 meetings per year to reinforce key messages.
- Encourage girls to engage with Gupshup materials, wall magazines, and creative expression through poems, articles, or drawings for bulletin boards.
- Manage Gender Resource Centres (GRCs) by ensuring they are well-equipped, safe, and conducive to learning and creativity.
- Educator Training and Coaching
- Participate in planning, training, and reflection meetings organized by Room to Read to strengthen implementation quality.
- Support teacher facilitation of life skills content through logistical coordination, readiness of materials, and encouragement.
- Act as a barefoot counselor, listening to girls, identifying their challenges, and adapting mentoring content as needed.
- Provide peer support and contribute to collaborative learning spaces such as joint planning with other Social Mobilizers.
- Program Delivery Structure
- Conduct 16 life skills sessions annually per girl and document participation and learning outcomes.
- Act as the primary field-level mentor for girls & boys, providing group and individual mentoring, especially during critical transition years (e.g., Grade 8 to 9).
- Identify girls at risk of dropping or failing out of school using Room to Read’s risk and response system. Prioritize such at-risk girls for individual mentoring and follow-up support in the form of individual conversations and home visits, as needed.
- Conduct an introductory home visit with parents/caregivers of all new girls enrolled in the Girls’ Education Program.
- Organize parent meetings, community awareness events, and campaigns focused on life skills themes, mobilize support for girls’ education and gender equality, menstrual hygiene, early marriage….
- Coordinate school visits, logistics, and event preparations for Room to Read staff, donors, and state/district officials.
- Maintain strong coordination with school staff, focal teachers, and community stakeholders to ensure program alignment and engagement.
- Promote program ownership and sustainability through partnerships with local organizations (e.g., Bal Sakha, NGOs).
- Collaborate closely with the Program Officer to conduct meet-up activities for Girls’ Education Program alumnae, as needed.
- Document best practices, case studies, and lessons learned and share with the GEP Program Officer.
- Research and Insight
- Track and document:
- Attendance, academic progress, and participation in mentoring sessions.
- Socio-economic backgrounds, transition/dropout risks, and referral support.
- Parent engagement and home visit outcomes using the Risk and Response Protocol.
- Submit accurate and timely reports such as:
- Monthly PIMs (Program Implementation Monitoring) and Weekly Activity Plans (WAPs).
- Monitoring registers and stock logs related to program resources.
- Support the M&E team with surveys, assessments, and other data collection efforts.
- Share success stories, best practices, and field learnings with Program Associates or Officers to inform continuous program improvement.
- Administration and other
- Participate in meeting, capacity developments, workshop or RtR events,
- Prepare and submit regular reports to the Program Associate/ Officer
- Track and submit all program activity expenses and invoices.
- English - Fluent
- Bachelor's Degree in or master’s degree in education, Social Sciences, or related field. in Education, Social Work, Gender Studies, or a related field.
- Relevant experience (e.g., education, youth mentoring, development sector) for 2 years as a minimum
- Fluency in the local language and English.
- Only female candidates will be considered.
- Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills; team player.
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively to schools and rural communities.
- Experience mentoring adolescent girls, particularly on gender, life skills, or reproductive health.
- Certification or background in counselling or psychosocial support.
- Familiarity with child protection and social safety mechanisms.
- Experience working with schools, local governance, and NGOs (Preferred)
- Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment (Preferred)
- Prior exposure to rural settings and diverse cultural contexts (Preferred)
Interested candidates may view the detailed Job Description for the above position apply via the link
NOTE: All applicants for the position shall apply online.
Any concerns or questions, please contact Mr. Ratana for details via: H/P or Telegram or Email provided in the contact details.
The last date to receive the application is 4:00 pm on the closing date, and it will not be returned.
Previous candidates need not to re-apply. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.
Thanks, From Khmer Online Jobs Team
| Organization : | Room to Read Organization |
| Email : | kh.hiring@roomtoread.org |
| Address : | House #111, Street 566, Sangkat Boeng Kak Ti Pir, Khan Tuol Kouk, Phnom Penh, Cambodia |
| Website : |
http://www.roomtoread.org/ |
