World Vision International NGO Multi Sectoral Social & Behavior Change Advisor Jobs
World Vision International NGO Multi Sectoral Social & Behavior Change Advisor Jobs
Key Duties and Responsibilities:Strengthen multi-sectoral coordination mechanisms
Support SBCA project to identify the different multi sectoral Social and Behavior
Change (SBC) coordination mechanisms in Uganda at national, regional and local
levels
Support CCP and other partners in assessing coordination structures – identifying
strengths, weaknesses, needs etc. – and develop proposed support mechanisms
Actively participate in strengthening and coordination meetings and major health SBC TWG
meetings at the national level as well as
functionalizing and establishing
linkages with similar structures and at regional and district levels.
Integration of SBC in ongoing programs
Facilitate SBC capacity assessments for the coordination bodies, IPs and MoH including
District health departments and other local structures
In conjunction with the Technical Advisor Capacity building, and other SBCA teams,
develop capacity building/strengthening plans for the different actors
identified and according to capacity needs/gaps
Provide technical guidance and planning expertise in the mainstreaming of SBC using
targeted models such CVA, Channels of Hope, Timed
and Targeted Counselling, Stepping Stone Methodology etc. thus creating demand and applied in ongoing partner activities
Develop and/or review programme activity concept notes to ensure implementation is aligned to project theory of change and address key SBC technical needs
Provide regular short-term technical assistance (STTA) to SBCA teams, IPs, MoH and other partners as may be required or as agreed to.
Maintain good working relationships with all key Stakeholders – MoH, Prime, IPs, Regional and District leadership, DHO, CSOs, Donor and Beneficiary Institutions to ensure their full support for the implementation of SBCA activities.
Documentation, Reporting and Learning
Work closely with CCP and all SBCA teams, and MOH/DHEHP and other partners to design SBC communication materials and strategies.
Worked with the M&E department and support project communications and field assistants to make sure that all communication strategies and
activities are effectively monitored and evaluated and activities are adjusted or adapted according to findings to ensure maximum impact.
Provide technical guidance in the design and implementation of inclusive health communication interventions.
Provide technical guidance on reporting and documentation of SBC activities in both
donor & internal reports to the organization and stakeholders.
Work with the Gender specialists to support advocacy activities aimed at ensuring gender issues are mainstreamed across all partner activities.
Develop and disseminate technical resources (e.g., training materials, SBC
plans, strategy documents, work tools) and advocacy interventions.
Support in documenting all information related to project success, innovations and promising practices and disseminate through appropriate mechanisms such as the “Experience Lab” or other mechanisms.
Work closely with SBCA project partners, and WVU Evidence and Learning team to determine,
develop operational research and M&E plans, assessments and, evaluations as required.
Plan and participate and/or facilitate and ensure documentation for regular field monitoring visits to project areas, IPs and other project
partners to monitor utilization of acquired/agreed SBC knowledge or plans and provide STTA.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal applicant for the World Vision International Multi Sectoral Social & Behavior Change Advisor – USAID Grant job must hold a Post graduate qualification in public health, international relations and or other related fields.
At least Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Social Work & Social Administration, Development Studies, Social or Behavioral Sciences, Public Health, or related fields.
At least five years of INGO field experience in a similar position/project: project management, proposal development (program narratives and
budgets) and donor reporting.
Knowledge of USAID regulations, procedures and requirements very important
Experience and expertise supporting in Behavioral change communication for health and health systems strengthening will be particularly an important consideration.
Experience closely working with coordination structures at Ministry and local government
level.
Good understanding of Uganda’s health system including current priorities
Excellent organizational skills, ability to determine priorities and attention to detail
a must.
Ability to work in a multicultural context as a flexible and respectful team player.
Willingness to travel to the field as and when needed.
High-level of knowledge and practice with Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. required
Work in a multisectoral/ multicultural team- patience, cultural sensitivity and application of contextual understanding in day-to-day work.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; World Vision International NGO Multi Sectoral Social & Behavior Change Advisor Jobs
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