Social & Behavior Change Specialist, P-3, TA (364 days), #00126520, Fiji (Pacific Islands) - MCP, Honiara, Solomon Islands - EAPR

Overview

Provides technical and operational support for developing and implementing evidence-based strategies for Social and Behavior Change (SBC) in programme development and implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and utilize research, data, and evidence to inform SBC program design, measurement, and monitoring.
• Design, plan, and implement SBC activities backed by social and behavioral evidence and strong engagement mechanisms.
• Select and employ effective SBC activities and platforms to engage parents and caregivers.
• Support operationalization of SBC by advocating, mobilizing resources, coordinating across stakeholders, and building partnerships.
• Promote continuous learning and capacity building in SBC for UNICEF staff and partners.

Required Experience

A minimum of five years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: social development programme planning, social and behavior change, communication for development, public advocacy or another related area.

Qualifications

An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: Economics, Public Policy, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, or another relevant technical field. A Bachelor or equivalent (First Level University Degree) in a relevant area combined with 2 additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

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