About Plan International
Plan International is an independent non-profit organization that advances children’s well-being and equality for girls. Working in building powerful partnerships for children for over 75 years and present in 70 countries, Plan International strives for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children while working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners. Plan International Ethiopia is looking for Behavioural Change Communication (SBCC) Coordinator to be based at Amhara PA, Bahirdar.
The Role
Plan is seeking applicants for a SBCC Coordinator for the USAID-funded Transform WASH project in Ethiopia led by Population Services International (PSI) for Amhara Region (Project Target Districts). The SBCC Coordinator will be in charge of overseeing behavior change/demand creation activities at the community level through Health Extension Workers (HEWs) to increase demand for low-cost, quality WASH products and services, with a focus on sanitation.
The post holder will be mainly responsible for the following tasks:
Work closely with the SBCC Specialist on formative research to include a community situational analysis of the communities we will be working with to identify the barriers, enablers, influencers, channels and opportunities for behavior change for his/her respective Region.
Work closely with the SBCC Specialist on the development of an evidenced-based SBCC strategy based on the situational analysis
Lead the implementation of the SBCC strategy and monitor and refine the strategy based on feedback in his/her respective Region.
Coordinate and lead the planning, implementation and reporting of the Transform WASH Project – increasing demand for improved WASH product and service in Amhara Region.
Utilize Plan International Ethiopia’s well established and documented working relationship with the GOE and HEWs, and strong reputation leading CLTSH, to design and implement targeted interventions to change behavior, increase uptake and sustain use of improved WASH products and services.
Build the technical Capacity of district office, Kebele Administrators, HEWs, and other local level actors using proven approaches, according the national strategy, to promote demand creation for improved sanitation and health hygienic behavior
The post holder will be responsible to oversee the Transform WASH project implementation and budget managed by Plan International Ethiopia, particularly Amhara Region Budget and will report to the Transform WASH SBCC Specialist of Plan International Ethiopia
The post holder is responsible to manage project design, planning, implementation and monitoring and evaluation for his/her respective Region.
Ensure a smooth working environment and teamwork within Plan International Ethiopia Country Office and the respective field staff, and across the Transform WASH partners
Key components of the position include operationalization of the project activities under Plan International Ethiopia’s role, advocacy and networking, developing and strengthening partnerships, resource mobilization and team management.
The Person
To be successful, applicants need to have a BSc Degree or Above in Psychology, Communication, Marketing, Environmental Health, Health Promotion & Communications, Development studies or a related field and with at least 5 years relevant experience in WASH, out of which a minimum of 2 years of NGO experience. A minimum of two years of demonstrated success in managing SBCC projects, generating innovative and effective behavior change or marketing solutions. Experience in managing WASH projects with a focus on sanitation and hygiene, demand creation through CLTSH approach is preferred.
Skills & Behaviors
Conceptual and strategic thinking skills.
Interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships with colleagues
Have good writing and oral communication skills, including presentation.
Understands budgetary processes including planning, monitoring and reporting.
Ability to provide team leadership and communicate effectively.
Ability to analyse information, evaluate options and to think and plan strategically
Proficient in computer skills and use of relevant software and other applications
Knowledge
Knowledge and implementation of behaviour change theory
Extensive knowledge on WASH and the sector environment, including knowledge of WASH Sector Policies and guidelines
Understand organisational principles, systems and have the ability to provide leadership and support to staff working at community level.
Understanding of integrated development issues, participatory approaches to development, child-rights programming, participatory Monitoring, Evaluation and Research systems and processes preferred
Working experience with USAID funded WASH projects advantageous
Previous experience of managing and developing a multi-disciplinary team.
Demonstrated experience of working with Environmental Health and Hygiene task force, National WASH cluster, and WASH networks and forums