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FHI 360 Job for a Social & Behavior Change Communication Advisor
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to
improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven
solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education,
nutrition,
environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth,
research and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to
address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more
than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.
We are currently
seeking qualified candidates for the position of:
Social & Behavior Change Communication Advisor
The
SBCC Advisor will provide direction, communication technical expertise,
and oversight of all project SBCC activities for the Nigeria Malaria
Project. He/she will assist the National Malaria Elimination Program
(NMEP), and, working with the project SBCC and Community Mobilization
Officers, collaborate with and build capacity of the Ministry of Health
(Federal, State, Local Government (LGA) level) communication personnel
and private-sector counterparts to identify, develop, implement, and
monitor an array of SBCC approaches to changing and maintaining
behaviors in the area of malaria prevention and treatment. Working with
the Research and M&E Advisor, improve on NMEP’s and partner’s
ability to measure and monitor SBCC; Support malaria advocacy,
communication, and social mobilization at Federal, State and LGA levels
and play a leadership role in integrating SBCC activities in other
health programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Meet
regularly with representatives of the NMEP, USAID, partners, and other
stakeholders to integrate feedback including Federal, State and LGA
strategic plans into key campaign messages, including correct and
consistent LLIN use and maintenance; comprehension and use of ACTs; and
increased use of ANC services.
- Working with the SBCC and
Community Mobilization Officers, develop SBCC messages to improve at
risk population’s awareness of the risk of malaria during pregnancy and
promote the use of IPTp during various phases of pregnancy.
- Conduct
strategic behaviour communications needs assessments and design,
pre-test, and finalize drafts of SBCC/media materials in conjunction
with NMEP and relevant partners
- Implement and monitor IEC/SBCC
activities at the health facility and community level to ensure maximum
local impact and education.
- Collaborate closely with the
M&E Advisor to ensure the documentation of SBCC effects on target
audiences by designing all messages to track specific, measurable
behaviors.
- Identify complementary activities and align plans
with the National Malaria Advocacy, Communication and Social
Mobilization (ACSM) guidelines as well as with plans of other malaria
projects.
- Monitor and report on all Nigeria Malaria Project SBCC activities.
- Respond
to the specified deliverables and goals of contracts and grant
agreements, ensuring achievements in a timely manner and in full support
and compliance with FHI360 contractual agreement.
- Work with the
Malaria Technical Director, collaborate and build capacity of Ministry
of Health and private-sector counterparts to develop, implement, and
monitor SBCC messaging and implementation.
- Contribute to work plans, budgets, pipelines, technical reports, and deliverables.
- Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.
- Complete detailed strategy write-ups, work plans, and deliver quarterly reports and all other reporting requirements.
- Oversees the work of consultants and subcontractors, as required.
- Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Public Health; Communications and Media Arts; Marketing; or a relevant field.
- At least ten years of professional experience developing mass communication campaigns.
- At least ten years of experience working in public health sector.
- 5-7 years of experience in implementing and managing national health communication/SBCC programs in developing countries
Specific Knowledge Requirements
- Practical experience with the Nigeria health system and/or Media scene
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to multi-task and oversee a number of ongoing activities.
- Excellent communication and networking skills.
- Knowledge
of state of the art social and behavior change communication models and
strategies and their practical application to malaria as well as
technical knowledge in these fields.
- Knowledge of
evidence-based, innovative and practical solutions to communication and
gender integration challenges in developing countries.
- Field
experience in developing and implementing SBCC projects and programs in
Asia and/or other regions that have demonstrated impact at scale.
- Understanding
of widely accepted formative research, pretesting, and monitoring and
evaluation methodologies for effective SBCC interventions.
- Demonstrated strong technical, programming and management skills.
- Proven ability to work as an effective team member.
- Excellent oral/written communication skills in English and one or more additional languages a plus.
- Demonstrated interpersonal and negotiation skills and experience working in collaboration with partners, donors and NGOs.
- Ability to set priorities while multi-tasking, and meet deadlines.
This
job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither
prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry
out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to
represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to
review and revise this document at any time.
We offer competitive
compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please click here to
visit FHI 360's Career Center for a list of all open positions.
FHI
360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360
is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation,
national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with
respect to policies, programs, or activities.
How to Apply
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