Behavioral Change Communication Consultant at eHealth Systems Africa

Purpose of the position

• This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead behavior change communication efforts that drive positive social impact and contribute to improved health and well-being outcomes for our target population. If you are passionate about using communication to inspire behavior change and create lasting social change, we encourage you to apply

What you’ll do

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned:
• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced behavior Change Communication Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating behavior change communication strategies and campaigns to promote positive social and health-related behaviors within our target communities or organizations

Responsibilities:

• Provide necessary technical support to the project team in developing annual work plans and all technical documents and implementing project activities per key deadlines;
• Develop comprehensive behavior change communication strategies and campaigns aligned with project objectives and target audience characteristics.
• Conduct formative research, including literature reviews, focus group discussions, and surveys, to inform the development of behavior change interventions.
• Design evidence-based behavior change communication materials, including print, digital, audiovisual, and interactive content, tailored to diverse audience segments.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including subject-matter experts, creative agencies, and community leaders, to ensure the effective implementation of behavior change initiatives.
• Provide technical assistance and capacity-building support to project staff and partners on behavior change communication best practices and methodologies.
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of behavior change interventions, using qualitative and quantitative methods to assess reach, effectiveness, and impact.
• Analyze data and generate reports to document progress, identify lessons learned, and make recommendations for program improvement.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, innovations, and research in behavior change communication, and related fields, and incorporate learnings into project activities.
• Represent the organization in relevant forums, conferences, and working groups related to behavior change, communication, and social marketing.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards, data privacy regulations, and organizational policies in all behavior change communication activities.
• Participates in corporate strategic planning activities and applies project management theory to the organization's business challenges;

Who you are

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully perform this job.

• Master's degree or equivalent experience in public health, communication, social sciences, or related field
• Minimum of ten [10] years of experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating behavior change communication programs, preferably in the health or social development sector
• Strong understanding of behavior change theories, social marketing principles, and communication strategies
• Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methods, data analysis, and reporting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences
• Demonstrated creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills in developing behavior-change communication materials
• Proven ability to work effectively in multicultural teams and establish productive partnerships with stakeholders at all levels
• Familiarity with project management principles and experience managing behavior change communication projects or components
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools for graphic design, multimedia production, and data analysis
• Commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in behavior change communication initiatives
• Training and presentation experience is preferred.
• Advanced computer skills, including Google Drive, Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Consistently at work and on time & adheres to Policies and Procedures.;
• Performs any other duties assigned by Management.

Certifications and Licenses

• A Project Management (PMI) certification is preferred

Language Ability

• English is the spoken and written language. Fluency in Hausa will be an added advantage.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, or government regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. English is the spoken and written language
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from executive and senior managers, employees, the general public, and clients/partners