Social and Behaviour Change Communication Specialist - CARE

Cooperative for Assistance and Relief Everywhere, Inc. doing business as CARE International in Ghana (“CARE”) is seeking qualified candidates for a role as Social and Behaviour Change Communication Specialist . The full-time position will be based in Sunyani and will require frequent travel to Western North, Ashanti and Bono Regions.

Candidate Profile

The Social and Behavioural Change Communication (SBCC) Specialist will be responsible for providing overall technical assistance for the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of SBCC strategies as well as building the capacity of project team and the frontline staff in SBCC. S/he will ensure the utilization of best practices and global learning to inform the development of effective SBCC strategies, frameworks, tools, materials)) for Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) in the COVID-19 Stop the spread Project.

The Social and Behavioral Change Communication Specialist will also lead the Project team’s efforts in Partnerships. This work will entail support to partners with whom the project has joint plans to incorporate RCCE SBC interventions in their COVID-19 response programs, develop and SBC strategic plans.

Key areas of responsibility of the Social and Behaviour Change Specialist will include:

Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC) technical assistance – Provide technical direction to define SBCC approaches and activities in the project and ensure minimum standards are being upheld. Provide technical assistance and quality assurance for the development of messages, methods and tools to effectively promote community-based behavior change to prevent or mitigate the spread of COVID-19 .

Capacity Building – Build the capacity of project staff and partners in SBCC, including organizing SBCC Training of Trainers (ToTs) and providing regular technical guidance and support for government and district Partners staff. Provide oversight to the SBCC program components, including undertaking field visits to partners to oversee implementation, provide on-site feedback on required improvements, and generate field visit reports with timely and appropriate follow up on action points.

Partnership management Support – Liaise and maintain relationships with Partners with whom the project has joint collaboration on COVID 19 SBCC. Ensure that all supported SBCC activities from Partners are properly planned, delivered, and documented. Provide support and ensure quality assurance of partners and consultants and working on COVID-19 SBCC in the project.

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum qualification of Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Social or Behavioral Sciences, Public Relations, Public Health, or related fields;
• At least 5 years of SBCC-specific experience in designing, development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of SBCC strategies and materials as well as related training;
• Experienced in pre-testing and concept testing SBCC approaches and content;
• Strong organizational skills, and ability to lead a stream of work;
• Proficient writing and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work independently as well as in cooperation with a multi-cultural team;
• Ability to think creatively
• Relevant Computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Power Point, MS Office
• Demonstrated leadership ability to inspire and empower others;
• Excellent Stakeholder engagement and management