Community Engagement & Campaign Assistant (Animator), Oman ARISE Program

Location: Oman City: Salalah Contract Type: Staff Grade: G4 Salary scale: Country Scale End date of appointment 2 years from the contract start date Deadline: 23/10/2026 Job Reference: RP26-23 Please note that the deadline is based on Korean Standard Time Zone (KST, UTC+9) INTRODUCTION TO GGGI The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page. In the Sultanate of Oman, GGGI has partnered with the Government through the leadership of the Environment Authority (EA) to develop the "Accelerating Resilience and Innovation for Sustainable Ecosystems management" (ARISE) Program . The ARISE Program is a USD 100 million initiative spanning six years, designed to deliver climate action, ecosystem restoration, and economic growth through Nature-based Solutions (NbS) integrated into the Bioeconomy and Sustainable Special Economic Zones (SSEZs) . The program ultimately targets the restoration of 30,000 hectares of land, an estimated 750,000 tCO2e/year in greenhouse gas emission reductions, and the creation of over 1,000 green jobs. The implementation of the ARISE Program is structured around two phases. Phase 1 will cover 2 years, and Phase 2 will be over 4 years. The funding has been approved for Phase 1. Position Summary Based in Salalah, in Dhofar Governorate, Oman, the Community Engagement & Campaign Assistant (Animator) plays a critical frontline role for the ARISE Program. Working in gender-balanced pairs to ensure Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) and cultural sensitivity,, the Assistant serves as the primary bridge between the Program and the local agropastoral communities. Equipped with program transport for remote access, the incumbent leads the roll-out of the "Because I Care About Biodiversity (BICAB)" awareness campaign and mobilizes traditional livestock breeders to adopt Nature-based Solutions (NbS). Furthermore, the role serves as the primary field-level data collector for the Data Collection Mechanism (DCM) and Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) framework, conducting Knowledge, Aptitude, and Practices (KAP) surveys, Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), and field observations to track ecological and socio-economic impacts. PURPOSE • Provide logistical support to local events and meetings with the beneficiaries. • Support the delivery of the communications and community engagement work directly to local communities, schools, and livestock owners in the Dhofar region. • Serve as the frontline data collectors for the Data Analyst and MEL framework by conducting continuous field observations, interviews, and monitoring of the rangeland management areas, and document them. • Facilitate the Knowledge, Aptitude, and Practices (KAP) surveys s as well as direct interviews and focus group discussions (FGDs). • Promote shift the mindset of local communities from traditional, overgrazing practices to sustainable, productive agricultural activities by promoting the economic and environmental benefits of the ARISE Program. • Support internal reporting, monitoring, and knowledge management tasks ENGAGEMENT • Reports directly to the Communications Officer for campaign activities and works under the technical guidance of the MEL Officer and Data Analyst for all field data collection, FGDs, and surveying tasks. • Collaborates actively with internal technical teams to ensure that workshops, training sessions, and meetings’ smooth delivery. • Engages directly and continuously with traditional livestock breeders, tribal elders, youth, and women’s associations in Dhalkot, Rakhyut, and surrounding areas to build trust and gather on-the-ground qualitative and quantitative data. • Coordinates with GGGI’s Regional Office (RO-MENA) and HQ teams for administrative alignment, travel approvals, and general operational compliance. • Engages with Omani stakeholders (e.g., Environment Authority, Dhofar Municipality, and Dhofar University Biodiversity Research Center (BRC) and local community partners to facilitate meeting arrangements, protocol, and correspondence. • Coordinates a network of over 30 Campaign Volunteers across the targeted areas to scale up both the BICAB campaign and rangeland monitoring activities • Represent the program in meetings, workshops, and calls as delegated, ensuring effective follow-up and timely documentation. DELIVERY • Campaign Implementation & Mobilization: Directly executing the "Because I Care About Biodiversity (BICAB)" communications campaign and facilitating community-level mobilization to promote Nature-based Solutions (NbS). This includes leading a local network of over 30 volunteers and organizing community meetings, workshops, and events to drive behavioral change toward sustainable rangeland practices. • Field Data Collection & MEL Support: Functioning as a frontline field enumerator for the program's Data Collection Mechanism (DCM) and Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) framework. This entails conducting Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), administering digital KAP surveys via mobile platforms (e.g., Kobo Toolbox), and performing continuous field monitoring in remote areas to track ecological and socio-economic impacts. • Logistical Coordination & Field Presence: Conducting extensive field travel to remote mountainous areas to engage with beneficiaries, distribute campaign materials, and facilitate the establishment of Community Rangeland Management Structures. • Reporting & Knowledge Management: Compiling high-quality post-event reports, maintaining accurate stakeholder contact lists, and providing data-driven inputs for progress and donor reports. Supporting the documentation of lessons learned and the preparation of knowledge-sharing materials to ensure quality assurance and operational compliance. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor's degree in community development, social work, agriculture, environmental studies, or a related field, Advance degree is an advantage. • A minimum of 1 to 3 years of practical experience in grassroots campaigning, community mobilization, social work, or field surveying (e.g., conducting interviews/FGDs) • Experience with international organizations, NGOs, or government agencies is a strong advantage. • Experience in organizing and managing technical training and workshops is a strong advantage. • Good level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Teams), and familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems is a plus. • Native-level fluency in Arabic, with a strong command of local Dhofari dialects (e.g., Jibbali/Shehri) is an absolute requirement to build deep trust with tribal councils and effectively conduct native-language FGDs. Basic working proficiency in English is required. • A valid Oman motorcycle driving license is required, as the role involves extensive field travel to remote mountainous grazing routes using program-provided motorcycles. FUNCTIONAL • Proven ability to actively mobilize rural communities, organi