Social & Behaviour Change Communication Officer (SBCCO)

About this role

The role is for an SBCC Officer at MSI Reproductive Choices in Bayelsa, reporting to regional and marketing leads. The job focuses on delivering high-impact results by creating demand for MSI Nigeria’s services, raising awareness, and mobilising communities to use facilities and products. It involves tailoring engagement to different groups (adolescents, married and unmarried individuals, various ages and genders) to support behaviour change around reproductive health. The officer collaborates with the sales and social marketing team and supports delivery teams to meet the needs of target groups. Responsibilities span community mobilisation, stakeholder engagement, CBO management, demand creation, advocacy, external engagement, and monitoring and reporting.

What you would do

• Plan and execute community entry activities and identify key influencers
• Map stakeholders and develop engagement plans for relationships and support
• Build and maintain a database of local leaders and relevant contacts
• Implement mobilisation plans specifying targets, timing, location, and methods
• Establish relationships with key stakeholders, media, and partners
• Identify and engage Community-Based Organisations and partners for demand generation
• Develop capacity-building plans for CBOs, town announcers, and local committees
• Lead communication strategies for sensitisation and stigma reduction
• Ensure implementation of the community engagement strategy across channels
• Drive demand creation, marketing and uptake of MSI Nigeria products and services in the field

What they are asking for

• First degree in any discipline
• Minimum of 3 years post-NYSC experience in strategic communications
• Experience in CSO management and effective planning and engagement
• Strong advocacy and community engagement skills
• Knowledge of donor contract budgeting and reporting requirements
• Ability to engage senior-level government officials
• Experience working with remote teams and managing remote work
• Effective written and oral communication across levels
• Cross-functional teamwork and strategic thinking
• Adaptability with change management and strong decision-making

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