Social Behavior Change Officer

About Secours Islamique France:

Since its founding in 1991, Secours Islamique France considers that diversity is a wealth. We study therefore all applications to the extent that they present the skills required for the position to be filled.

Our Organization is particularly concerned with the ethical and deontological dimensions in all its activities. we therefore reserve the right to systematically check criminal records during the recruitment process, in accordance with current law. In line with this policy, SIF practices zero tolerance towards any type of fraud, corruption, harassment, abuse, or violence of any nature whatsoever, and, more generally, any violation of legislation, regulations, or the code of conduct established internally.

SIF is a humanitarian organization, and the principle of “Do no harm” is therefore central: we ensure that respect and the safety of the children we support in our projects is a primary consideration for all our collaborators and partners. Our charter is a real commitment: we mobilize all of our staff in the promotion, dissemination and respect for the principles laid down.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable, and inclusive than we are today.

1. General Position Summary

The Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) Officer, under the direct supervision of the Programme Manager and technical supervision of the Base Program Manager, is responsible for delivering training sessions on social and behaviour change (SBC) topics, preparing reports, and evaluating the impact of these activities. The officer ensures that these activities are aligned with the School Meals Program’s objectives and contribute to its overall success.

2. Essential Job Function

Training Delivery and Implementation:

• Develop and deliver training sessions on SBC topics such as healthy eating habits, hygiene practices, and nutrition to students, teachers, and parents in primary schools.
• Design and prepare training materials and resources that are culturally appropriate and tailored to the target audience.
• Conduct needs assessments to identify training needs and customize training sessions accordingly.
• Coordinate with school administrations to schedule and facilitate training sessions effectively.

Community Engagement and Mobilization:

• Organize and conduct community meetings and workshops to engage parents, teachers, and students in SBC activities.
• Provide training and capacity-building sessions for teachers, parents, and community volunteers on SBC topics.
• Work closely with the Programme Manager to ensure community feedback is integrated into program design and implementation.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation plans to assess the impact of SBC training sessions.
• Collect and analyze data on SBC activities and their outcomes.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on SBC training activities, progress, achievements, and challenges.
• Use monitoring and evaluation data to improve and adapt SBC training strategies.

Position Type/Working Hours:

This is a full-time position with 40 working hours per week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

3. REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Communications, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in designing and implementing SBC activities, preferably in an educational or humanitarian context.
• Experience working with international NGOs, government agencies, or UN organizations.
• Demonstrated experience in program planning, implementation, and monitoring.
• Experience in community engagement and mobilization.
• Proven ability to work in multicultural environments.

Languages

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Proficiency in local languages (e.g., Urdu, Pashto, Brahui, Balochi) is highly desirable.

Knowledge

• Understanding of social and behavior change principles and methodologies.
• Familiarity with public health, nutrition, and hygiene promotion.
• Knowledge of the operational and logistical aspects of implementing SBC activities in educational settings.
• Awareness of the socio-economic and cultural context of Balochistan.

Competencies

• Leadership and Management: Ability to assist in leading and managing a team, fostering teamwork, and supporting staff development.
• Analytical Skills: Capacity to analyze program performance, identify challenges, and propose solutions.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and coordinate with various stakeholders.
• Problem Solving: Effective problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to addressing issues.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
•  Adaptability: Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances in a dynamic work environment.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Demonstrated ability to work in a culturally diverse setting and with marginalized communities.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant software for project management and reporting.

 Accountability

• Reports Directly To: Program Operations Manager (School Meal Program)
• Works Directly With: L&D Officer (Country office) Competencies 
• Respect and promote SIF values and mandate, and report to the line manager any non-respect of SIF’s policies amongst the teams or partners.
• Address needs and requests in a professional way.
• Always interact with children in presence of their parents or caregivers.
• Always respect beneficiaries’ confidentiality.
• Report any incident or act that causes harm to beneficiaries or to others.
• Aware of child protection/safeguarding concept.
• To establish and maintain effective working relations with people of different cultural backgrounds.
• Strong cross-cultural communication skills.
• Rigorous and polite.