General Description:
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
Closing Date: Saturday, 31 March 2012
