WASH Officer - Behavioural Change Communication, April 2024

Action Against Hunger works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.

WASH Officer – Behavioural Change Communication

Location: Bade, Yobe State

Job Summary

The position is based in Bade,Yobe state and reports to the WASH Sector Manager.
The WASH Officer- Behavior Change Communication will be responsible for the development of behavior change communication for hygiene and sanitation strategies, tools and activities related to the project.

Task and Responsibilities

In coordination with Sector Manager, based on project proposal and LFA, define the list of behaviors to be promoted though the project and the audience audiences to be targeted.
In coordination with Sector Manager, based on secondary data, surveys results and observation evaluate the level of practice of the behavior for each audience.
In coordination with Sector Manager, identify main gaps in term of practice adoption in order to set priorities.
Ensure that formative research activities (ex: BA, FGD, Interviews, PRA tools or case study) are conducted understands why behaviors are not being adopted and to inform activity content, Tools/IEC and approach design, within the general guidance given by the proposal.
Based on formative research results, set specific BCC goals (possible to use DBC/bridge to activity or other BCC methodologies).
Develop a curriculum of activity and communication tools to achieve the BCC goals and address important determinants of behavior change identified in the formative research.
Assess available mass media available for BCC and propose a selection of relevant ones to develop initiatives through media, according to audience preferences and access to these media and budget constraint.
Ensure the content and the key hygiene messages are coherent with nutrition and health promotion recommendations (IYCF in particular, as well as integrate nutrition key messages within WASH activities when relevant).

Position Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree/HND in Public Health, Social Science and other related fields.
Minimum of three years experience in supervising hygiene promotion activities and BCC.
Experience in conducting formative research ( BA, FGD, PRA tools and qualitative interview, etc)
Microsoft Office software Skills (Outlook, Excel, Power Point, Word).
Excellent report writing skills.
Willing and able to be based and travel regularly within remote areas, where services are limited.
Fluency in Hausa and English.
Commitment to Action Against Hunger mission, values and policy.
Good knowledge of the intervention area/s and local economy.

Method of Application

Note

The advert may close before due date once we receive applications from qualified candidates
Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Action Against Hunger

Action Against Hunger saves lives while building long-term strategies for self-sufficiency:

Lifesaving impact in 45+ countries
6,500+ field staff assisting more than 14.9 million people in 2015
35+ years of expertise in contexts of conflict, disasters and food crises

Our global efforts save hundreds of thousands of lives each year, but millions of malnourished children remain in need of lifesaving treatment.

Why Our Work Matters

Deadly malnutrition claims the lives of 1 million children each year, even though it’s:

PREDICTABLE: We know where and when to expect acute malnutrition
PREVENTABLE: We know how to help children stay healthy
TREATABLE: Therapeutic ready-to-use foods can help save millions
AFFORDABLE: Just $45 can provide a child with lifesaving treatment

You can trust Action Against Hunger. Here’s why:

Highest four-star rating from Charity Navigator, ten years in a row
Listed as an “A”-rated organization by CharityWatch
We're accountable, meeting all 20 Better Business Bureau standards
Earned Guidestar's Gold Participant Seal for our commitment to transparency
Awarded the “Best in America” seal by the Independent Charities of America

What Others Are Saying

Don’t take it from us: here’s what others have to say of our work:

“Action Against Hunger is a NGO that is action oriented. I can truthfully say that they deliver services to those in need and are very present on the ground. They make lasting positive change in the lives of people. I worked for them in four countries and have a good understanding of how they work.”

– Holimata, Great Nonprofits Review

“Action Against Hunger is in war-torn countries that many fear to tread. They are technical people… that forgo the comforts of modern life to assist local populations and refugees at the most fundamental level in the most dangerous locales. They provide nutrition, healthcare, sanitation, and food sustainability. They train populations to be self-sufficient. Although these dedicated men and women want to eliminate the need for their services, humanity is not willing and forces them to witness the most heinous actions.”

– President Nelson Mandela, Recipient, Action Against Hunger Humanitarian Prize 2004

“As a field worker and a partner... I recommend Action Against Hunger as an effective and important organization. Through their integrated approach and expertise in nutrition, food security and water, sanitation and hygiene they are saving lives and improving them for years to come in some of the poorest parts of the planet.”

– Water Advocate, Great Nonprofits Review, Dec. 8, 2011

“Action Against Hunger—the title speaks for itself. This is a remarkable organization with a staff of energetic, enthusiastic and deeply committed people who are determined to make a difference to the lives of thousands of people. There are millions who do not have access to clean water, food, health services or education. They are condemned to a grinding life of poverty with no choices. Action Against Hunger is changing this. Their training programs are improving the quality of life and health and, above all, bringing hope to thousands in underdeveloped countries. I commend them for their outstanding work and welcome the opportunity to express my support.”

– Desmond Tutu, Archbishop Emeritus, Recipient, Action Against Hunger Humanitarian Prize 2006

“I’ve been covering humanitarian crises since the early 1990s and have often been impressed by the work of Action Against Hunger. They are among the first to respond when tragedies unfold, and they work to ensure that communities have a fighting chance to get back on their feet... The nightly news can often seem overwhelming, but it’s important to remember there are effective ways to fight hunger and overcome poverty, and along with groups like Action Against Hunger, you can become part of the solution.”

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WASH Officer - Behavioural Change Communication

Location: Bade, Yobe StateJob Summary

The position is based in Bade,Yobe state and reports to the WASH Sector Manager.
The WASH Officer- Behavior Change Communication will be responsible for the development of behavior change communication for hygiene and sanitation strategies, tools and activities related to the project.

Task and Responsibilities

In coordination with Sector Manager, based on project proposal and LFA, define the list of behaviors to be promoted though the project and the audience audiences to be targeted.
In coordination with Sector Manager, based on secondary data, surveys results and observation evaluate the level of practice of the behavior for each audience.
In coordination with Sector Manager, identify main gaps in term of practice adoption in order to set priorities.
Ensure that formative research activities (ex: BA, FGD, Interviews, PRA tools or case study) are conducted understands why behaviors are not being adopted and to inform activity content, Tools/IEC and approach design, within the general guidance given by the proposal.
Based on formative research results, set specific BCC goals (possible to use DBC/bridge to activity or other BCC methodologies).
Develop a curriculum of activity and communication tools to achieve the BCC goals and address important determinants of behavior change identified in the formative research.
Assess available mass media available for BCC and propose a selection of relevant ones to develop initiatives through media, according to audience preferences and access to these media and budget constraint.
Ensure the content and the key hygiene messages are coherent with nutrition and health promotion recommendations (IYCF in particular, as well as integrate nutrition key messages within WASH activities when relevant).

Position Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree/HND in Public Health, Social Science and other related fields.
Minimum of three years experience in supervising hygiene promotion activities and BCC.
Experience in conducting formative research ( BA, FGD, PRA tools and qualitative interview, etc)
Microsoft Office software Skills (Outlook, Excel, Power Point, Word).
Excellent report writing skills.
Willing and able to be based and travel regularly within remote areas, where services are limited.
Fluency in Hausa and English.
Commitment to Action Against Hunger mission, values and policy.
Good knowledge of the intervention area/s and local economy.

Method of Application

Note

The advert may close before due date once we receive applications from qualified candidates
Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

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