Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 28 Feb 2017
Chemonics seeks a social and behavior change communications (SBCC) team lead for the anticipated seven year, $310 to $340 million USAID Integrated Health Program in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (IHP-DRC). The project aims to increase delivery of and access to high-quality, integrated health services by strengthening the capacity of Congolese institutions and communities. IHP-DRC will work to strengthen health governance, leadership, and systems at the provincial and health zone levels, as well as improve uptake and sustained application of key healthy behaviors. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities include:
- Serve as the lead technical specialist for successful implementation of consumer demand elevation activities
- Advise and support the chief of party in the development and implementation of a comprehensive strategy to strengthen and sustain efforts to increase consumer demand for improved health service delivery and service provider visits
- Manage other project staff and provide day-to-day direction of all SBCC activities
- Develop communication campaigns and coordinate with media organizations and community groups to promote health-SBCC objectives
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in a relevant field
- Minimum seven years of experience in designing and implementing social and behavior change interventions
- Experience with social marketing, strategic communications, and behavior change communications in sub-Saharan Africa
- Experience working on health projects preferred
- Experience with the use of mass media and social networks to influence and gain public support and the negotiation and formation of alliances across interest groups, preferably in the health sector
- Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
- Fluency in English and French required
How to apply:
Please send electronic submissions of your CV and cover letter to drcihp@chemonics.com by February 28, 2017. Please include "SBCC Team Lead" in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.