Global Social and Behaviour Change Manager

About the role

MSI is looking for a Global Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) Manager based in Nairobi to support the strategy and implementation of SBC best practice through technical assistance, both remotely and in person, covering design and implementation. The role also coordinates and documents internal best practice and adapts external examples and resources. It will initially support Gates-funded bilateral projects in Ethiopia and Nigeria and other donor-funded SBC programmes across Anglophone Africa and Asia, reporting to the Senior Global SBC Manager and working with the global marketing, regional and donor management teams.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance on the design and implementation of SBC programmes
• Coordinate and document internal best practice and adapt external examples and resources
• Support the initial Gates-funded projects in Ethiopia and Nigeria and other donor-funded SBC programmes
• Lead and facilitate programme design and skill-building workshops on SBC
• Translate data and research into actionable insights for SBC strategic decisions

Required profile

• Minimum four years' experience designing and implementing SBC programming on sexual and reproductive health in at least two country contexts
• At least two programme examples of implementing HCD approaches
• Experience translating qualitative and quantitative data into actionable insights for SBC evaluation
• Proven experience building buy-in of teams and stakeholders outside your direct control
• Experience facilitating training and capacity-strengthening approaches
• No formal education required; qualification through experience is sufficient

Required skills

• Fluent English (French desirable)
• Strong knowledge of behaviour change theories and SBC evidence-based best practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Planning and organisation, able to handle multiple projects on time
• Cross-cultural sensitivity, influence and negotiation skills
• Ability to train, mentor and present complex information clearly
• Independent, proactive work with minimal supervision