UNICEF Zimbabwe seeks to hire a passionate and dedicated Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) Manager for their SBC team. The Manager, Social and Behaviour Change reports to the Deputy Representative Programmes for general guidance and direction.
Purpose for the job:
Under the supervision of the Deputy Representative Programmes ,the SBC Manager is responsible for developing a systematic, planned and evidence-based strategy and process for SBC as an integral part of programme development, planning and implementation. The SBC Manager is also responsible for advancing evidence based upstream and downstream work/strategies, as well as supporting resource mobilization efforts so as to ensure continuous effective SBC interventions that contribute to positive sectoral results.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Generate and utilize research, data, and evidence to inform the design, measurement, and monitoring of SBC programs and outcomes in both development and emergency contexts and to build the evidence base for SBC
2. Design, plan and implement SBC activities that are backed by social and behavioural evidence and strong engagement and participation mechanisms in both development and humanitarian contexts
3. Support operationalization of SBC by advocating for SBC, mobilizing resources, coordinating across stakeholders, sectors and teams, and partnership building
4. Promote continuous learning, strengthening and scaling up in SBC for both development and humanitarian contexts through capacity building for UNICEF staff and partners.
Qualifications and Experience
Education: 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.
Work Experience: A minimum of eight (8) years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: social development programme planning, communication for development, public advocacy or another related area.
Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.
Desirables:
Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency.
Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.
