Social and Behavior Change Communication Lead

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Develop and implement SBC strategies which support project outcomes for PlantwisePlus and other CABI projects and programs, initially around gender and pesticide risk reduction, but on other issues as they are identified. This will include:
Data gathering, formative research and analysis
Modelling of issues
Stakeholder engagement
Participatory strategy development
Iterative development and testing of communication approaches and materials
Monitoring and evaluation of activities
Advise and support development communication (and other) staff across CABI to develop and implement SBC approaches within their countries across programmes
Design, plan and implement development communication campaigns aimed at changing behaviours, encouraging uptake and scaling up of new technologies, in countries across Africa as projects dictate
Conceptualise, source and develop high quality development communications products (e.g. video, radio, print) which
engage and educate audiences across Africa including farmers, researchers, development partners, policy makers and the general public
Champion SBC methodologies within CABI with the goal of integrating approaches and principles across CABI’s work as appropriate
Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders including partners, technical experts and services providers
Support the Global Development Communication Manager and Global Director, Development, Communication and Extension in developing SBC strategies for the organisation
Drive research, evaluation, and innovation projects in SBC within agriculture, to expand the knowledge base, promote a learning culture and identify new / enhanced approaches to amplify impact.
Maintain and develop high-level knowledge and expertise in your specific area

ABOUT YOU:

Excellent knowledge of the theory and application of SBC methodologies and approaches gained from the public/development sector
10 years’ demonstrable experience working on social and behaviour change issues
At least an MSc in development communication, behaviour change science, social science or similar
Interest in agricultural issues
Excellent networking and communication skills
Fluent in written and spoken English. knowledge of French will be an added advantage
Excellent written communication skills and track record in reports and publications
Willingness to travel.

Personal attributes

Ability to work in multidisciplinary, multi-institutional and multicultural environment;
Ability to work collaboratively with others;
Deliver quality results that are action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes;
Respect for diversity;
Ability to build Strategic relationships;
Continuously seek to learn, share knowledge and innovate;
Ability to manage Ambiguity and Complexity.

Apply via :

cabi.ciphr-irecruit.com