Behavior Change and Communications Advisor, Accra Central, Ghana

About FHI 360

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology; creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Behavior Change and Communications Advisor, Ghana

Project Description

Program Description

Ghana Innovating is a five-year activity aiming to increase public action to improve reading outcomes among students in KG-P3. This will be accomplished through (1) increasing public awareness of Ghana's reading crisis, the importance of reading and the benefits of the Government of Ghana's approach to improving reading; (2) supporting the implementation of evidence-based, context-appropriate activities to improve reading levels by a broad range of stakeholders; and (3) developing and implementing a multi-pronged social and behavioral communications campaign in support of (1) and (2).

Position is contingent upon receipt of donor funding and based in Accra, Ghana.

Job Summary / Responsibilities

The Behavior Change and Communications Advisor provides technical oversight and assistance to the project in the areas of social and behavior change communication (SBCC), capacity strengthening, community mobilization, and advocacy. Ensures SBCC efforts are evidence-based, community-driven and in line with provisions of the award. Leads and contributes to the development of SBCC strategies for a variety of focal audiences. Leads and contributes to the planning, design, and implementation of SBCC activities at community and institutional levels. Develops and tests materials, working with, and providing technical direction to, creative agencies. Designs, drafts, tests, finalizes, places, and monitors mass and other media in support of program activities. Develops and improves upon tailored training curricula for a variety of focal groups and implementation of cascade trainings with partners. Serves as a technical resource in SBCC for staff, partners/grantees/subcontractors. Provides training, support, and direction to strengthen approaches, materials, and activities. Oversees and provides technical support toward the process of documentation of best practices and develops and distributes case studies and project briefs to highlight SBCC activities. Drives and provides assistance toward the development of project deliverables, work plans, and reports.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree or PhD preferred, or its international equivalent in International Communication, Social and Behavior Change Communication; Social Marketing; Education; or Social Sciences.
• Minimum15+ year's relevant experience in designing and managing education campaigns and activities; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working in a USAID or other donor-funded project
• A solid understanding and appreciation of USAID and USAID project processes, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong intercultural supervisory and team building skills and experience.
• Ability to work independently with initiative to manage high volume work flow.
• Relevant computer software skills (including, at a minimum, the standard applications in MS Office). Ghana experience a plus

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please visit FHI 360's Career Center at http://www.fhi360.org/careers for a list of all open positions.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.