The Center for Communication Programs (CCP) is looking for a Social Behavior Change Communication (S/BCC) Advisor with extensive experience in planning, implementing and evaluating S/BCC programs to address health priority areas at the national, district, and community level. The S/BCC Advisor will lead the development and implementation of an evidenced based strategic S/BCC program and guide the capacity building efforts to improve local competencies. Will also lead the development and facilitate the implementation of a theory based S/BCC project strategy. Ensure linkages between the S/BCC interventions and overall project goals and objectives. Ensure that S/BCC activities are implemented based on current theories, research, best practices, and internationally recognized state of the art programming. Oversee the design and development of various S/BCC interventions, including mass media campaigns and S/BCC tools. Take the lead in the development of innovative ways to address family planning, HIV/AIDS, and MCH issues so Malawians are better able to advocate for their own health, practice positive health behaviors, including timely use of EHP services, and are engaging with a responsive health care system. Lead efforts to ensure continuity and harmonization of messaging between various partners and linkages. Liaise with Service Delivery and other partners to ensure S/BCC is integrated into interventions at all levels. Ensure strong links between communication and community mobilization activities, as well as at the systems level. Ensure S/BCC programs are rolled out as planned and having impact. Contribute to the development of S/BCC capacity building efforts including training, mentorship and on the job learning components. Mentor S/BCC project staff and develop their skills to design and implement programs. Provide technical assistance to build capacity of local institutions to strengthen their interventions and S/BCC skills. Work with the R&E to plan and implement a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation system that will inform all BCC interventions. Lead efforts to stay on top of latest thinking on S/BCC and health seeking behaviors from an international perspective that can be applied locally. Perform job duties/responsibilities in support of CCP’s Mission and Values, and participate in active business development/marketing initiatives as appropriate. Other duties may be assigned. S/BCC Advisor may be responsible for supervising a team of about 3-5 individuals, including S/BCC Program Officers, Zonal S/BCC Program Coordinators and S/BCC Team Lead. Excellent advisory, consensus building, and networking capabilities with an emphasis on bringing together stakeholders from the private, public, and NGO sector.
Qualifications: Masters Degree required in Public Health, Development Studies, Social Sciences or related field. Five years related experience required. Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and evaluating strategic S/BCC programs required. Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and evaluating strategic S/BCC programs. Knowledge of relevant BCC and Social Change theories. Experience in developing mass media “platform” campaigns and S/BCC tools. Experience in providing technical assistance related to S/BCC and health seeking behaviors in the Africa Region. Understanding of the factors that contribute to maternal and child health, family planning, malaria and HIV in Africa and in Malawi specifically. Strong English language skills required. Chichewa language skills a plus but not required. Additional relevant experience and/or training may substitute for some education.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with international best practices in behavior and social change communicated.
How to apply:
To view a detailed job description and apply online, please visit http://jobs.jhu.edu and search using the 5-digit requisition number, 51411. Salary is competitive. We offer excellent benefits in a smoke-free/drug-free environment. Successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment background check. AA/EEOE
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