Field Mobiliser in Coimbatore/Sulur

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and dynamic Field Mobiliser to join our growing team based in Coimbatore/Sulur, Tamil Nadu. In this role, you will serve as a vital link between our organisation and the communities we serve, driving grassroots-level engagement and outreach initiatives. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills, a deep understanding of the local community landscape, and a genuine passion for creating meaningful social and economic impact. This is a field-intensive position that requires regular travel within the designated areas and the ability to connect with diverse groups of people including women, youth, farmers, and small business owners.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular field visits across assigned areas in Coimbatore and Sulur to identify, engage, and mobilise target community members for programme participation and awareness campaigns.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local stakeholders including community leaders, self-help groups (SHGs), panchayat officials, and non-governmental organisations to support programme objectives.
• Organise and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and information sessions to educate beneficiaries about available services, schemes, and opportunities.
• Identify potential beneficiaries and guide them through enrolment processes, ensuring accurate documentation and timely submission of required information.
• Collect and report field-level data, feedback, and insights to the programme team on a regular basis to support monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure the smooth delivery of services and resolution of community-level issues or grievances in a timely and professional manner.
• Support the planning and execution of awareness drives, health camps, livelihood training events, and other community development activities as assigned.
• Maintain detailed records of field activities, beneficiary interactions, and programme outcomes using both digital and paper-based reporting tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Rural Development, Community Development, or a related field; candidates with equivalent practical experience will also be considered.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in community mobilisation, field outreach, or grassroots programme implementation, preferably in Tamil Nadu.
• Proficiency in Tamil is mandatory; working knowledge of English is an added advantage for documentation and reporting purposes.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with people from varied socio-economic backgrounds.
• Willingness to travel extensively within Coimbatore, Sulur, and surrounding rural and semi-urban areas on a daily basis.
• Possession of a valid two-wheeler driving licence and access to a personal vehicle is preferred for field mobility.
• Basic proficiency in using smartphones, data collection applications, and Microsoft Office tools for reporting and communication purposes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with performance-based incentives to recognise and reward exceptional field contributions.
• Travel allowances and field expense reimbursements provided to support day-to-day mobility and operational requirements.
• Opportunities for professional development through regular training programmes, capacity-building workshops, and exposure to diverse community development projects.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment that values field experience and encourages career growth within the organisation.
• The opportunity to make a tangible social impact by directly contributing to the empowerment and upliftment of underserved communities in the Coimbatore region.