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The Centre for Communication and Social Impact (CCSI) is a leading Social and Behavior Change (SBC) organization with expertise in utilizing evidence from research to implement effective strategies that address barriers preventing designated audiences from adopting recommended behaviors. Registered in 2001 as a Non-Governmental and Not for Profit Organization with the Corporate Affairs Commission of Nigeria, CCSI continues to work towards being the center of excellence in strategic communications in Africa. Driven by values of integrity, passion, care, innovation, and excellence, CCSI focuses on the central role of strategic communication to impact behaviors, build brands, and provide technical leadership in health and social development.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: FCC / IFCC Consultant

Locations: Bunkure LGA, Dawakin Tofa LGA, Kano Municipal LGA, Madobi LGA, Makoda LGA, Takai LGA – Kano
Employment Type: Full Time
Category: Consultancy

Job Description

• The IFCC Consultant will provide technical oversight to coordinate the activities of Implementing Faith and Cultural Champions (IFFCs) who have been sub-granted to leverage their platforms and affiliates to implement approved tailored interventions to address identified social norms and behaviours that negate the health and well-being of AGYW in focal LGAs of Kano and Kaduna States.
• Inclusivity is central to this role to ensure meaningful participation of persons with disabilities, Adolescent Boys and Men (ABYM), pastoralist groups, and other marginalised groups across the LGAs, including hard-to-reach communities.

Responsibilities
Program coordination and supervision:

• Supervise the implementation of IFCC’s workplan to ensure adherence to the approved Implementation plan, set timelines, and processes of proposed MNCH/CBS intervention packages.
• Ensure effective IFCCs community relations to foster participation and ownership within the unique context of each community in the LGA.
• Ensure all activities are compliant and adhere to FCC Project ethical standards, organizational policies, and donor requirements.
• Facilitate inter-IFFC relations at the LGA level to foster dialogue and understanding to strengthen collaboration, synergy, and partnership.
• Working with the FCC Project Program Officer, support strategic planning and implementation of IFCCs activities at the community and LGA level.
• Ensure sustained availability of only FCC Project-approved guides, SOPs, and protocols are deployed for all community-level activities and interventions.

Stakeholder and community engagement:

• Serve as the CCSI’s liaison with key stakeholders and provide support to promote awareness and enhance project visibility.
• Represent IFCCs at LGA stakeholders’ meetings and forums to promote its mission and raise
• In conjunction with the IFCCs, ensure timely and periodic update/feedback meetings with community-based Traditional and religious leaders on implementation progress.
• Work with the LGA local authorities to support IFCCs identify and secure conducive activity (orientation, Town Hall meetings, etc) venues in the LGA and communities.
• Engage LGA local authorities to support the establishment of functional, inclusive, and accessible community systems and structures for Emergency Transportation for pregnant women.
• Coordinate the attendance and participation of key stakeholders (LGA Health Authorities, Traditional and religious leaders, and other relevant stakeholders) in IFCC engagement/meetings in the LGA.
• Document key outcomes and facilitate the smooth implementation of actions arising from

Monitoring and Documentation:

• Ensure LGA reports and monitoring records are accurate and up to
• Coach and mentor IFCCs to document and maintain accurate and up-to-date records and
• Conduct facility visits to verify referral records, service records, and plan outreach
• Maintain accurate records of project activities, participants, and outcomes of IFCCs activities at the
• Ensure timely compilation and submission of project reports
• Perform other duties as assigned by the

Requirements
Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• B.Sc. Degree in Communications, Adult Education, Public Relations, Social Science, or a similar relevant field. Post Graduate Degree in Arts and Social Sciences, or its equivalent, is an added advantage
• At least five years’ experience coordinating and facilitating public Health / faith-based interventions at the community level.
• Demonstrated Experience working with or understanding the modalities of working) with LGA Health Authority, Traditional and Religious leaders, NGOs, and other relevant community stakeholders.
• Excellent writing and communication skills in the local language (Hausa).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a proficient command of the Hausa

Desirable Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Excellent communication skills, empathy, adaptability, resilience, and cultural and religious sensitivity.
• Ability to identify red flags, mitigate risks / backlash and proffer timely solutions to
• Effective conflict resolution through constructive mediation, and respectful dialogue to promote mutual understanding.
• Work experience coordinating diverse, multi-divergent, multicultural
• Demonstrated advanced critical thinking and problem-solving

Competencies:

• Ability to take initiative with minimal
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently
• Advanced independent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated effectiveness in written and oral The ability to communicate complex issues.
• Outstanding organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team