Behaviour Change Technical Officer
Location: Mutare, Zimbabwe
Time Type: Full Time
Application Deadline: July 5, 2025
Job Requisition ID: Requisition – 2025200251
Are you passionate about transforming communities through innovative behaviour change strategies? Do you want to be part of a dynamic team working to address Zimbabwe’s most pressing development challenges? FHI 360 invites you to apply for the position of Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) Technical Officer based in Mutare.
As a global nonprofit committed to improving lives in lasting ways, FHI 360 delivers locally driven, integrated solutions across health, education, nutrition, economic development, gender, and more in over 60 countries. Join us and contribute to meaningful, sustainable change in Zimbabwe.
Position Summary
Reporting to the SBC Technical Advisor, the SBC Technical Officer will support the design, implementation, monitoring, and sustainability of behaviour change communication (BCC) strategies at the district and provincial level. This role empowers local service providers (LSPs), community structures, and stakeholders to drive long-term, gender-responsive behaviour change in communities.
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Key Responsibilities
1. Technical Support & Capacity Building
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Implement and adapt SBC strategies in line with project goals.
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Train and mentor LSPs as behaviour change champions.
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Conduct evidence-based monitoring and recommend adaptive changes.
2. Work Planning & Coordination
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Lead district-level SBC work plan development and execution.
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Participate in review and learning sessions with stakeholders.
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Represent SBC efforts in technical and policy discussions.
3. Documentation & Learning
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Capture lessons learned, trends, and case studies.
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Facilitate “pause and reflect” sessions for adaptive programming.
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Prepare timely, high-quality quarterly and annual reports.
4. Stakeholder Engagement
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Collaborate with government, private sector, and NGOs.
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Monitor policy and advocacy impacts.
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Coordinate partner activities to align with SBC objectives.
5. Empowerment & Inclusion
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Design SBC interventions that dismantle gender and social barriers.
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Ensure youth and marginalized groups are meaningfully engaged.
Minimum Requirements
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3–5 years of experience in SBC, demand generation, or international development in Zimbabwe.
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Deep understanding of nutrition-sensitive agriculture, food marketing, and SBC communication models.
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Proven experience with participatory, evidence-based methodologies.
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Strong coordination and capacity-building skills.
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Excellent communication in English and at least one local language.
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Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and collaborate across teams.
Preferred Skills
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Experience working in both rural and urban settings.
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Knowledge of formative research, pretesting, and M&E frameworks.
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Familiarity with youth empowerment strategies and gender-sensitive programming.
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Strong writing and interpersonal skills, with experience in reporting and storytelling.
Why Join FHI 360?
FHI 360 offers more than just a job we offer the chance to be part of a purpose-driven team making tangible impacts. In addition to a competitive benefits package, we provide professional growth opportunities and a supportive work-life balance.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding & Inclusion
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity employer and upholds the highest standards of ethics and safeguarding. All staff are expected to adhere to our Code of Conduct, and thorough background checks are conducted in line with global protection frameworks.
Apply Now
Seize this opportunity to contribute to sustainable development and behaviour change in Zimbabwe.
Applications close on July 5, 2025 apply today to join a global community committed to human development.
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