Health Specialist (Social and Behavioral Change Communication – SBC) at United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF)

United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund is inviting credible applicants who are willing to partake in its ongoing recruitment to fill the position below:

Job Title: Health Specialist (Social and Behavioral Change Communication SBC)

Job no: 559957
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Level: P-4
Contract type: Temporary Appointment – 364 days
Categories: Health

 About United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund: United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

Job Requirements

• An Advanced University Degree in Social and Behavioral Change Communication, Public Health, or other Social / Behavioral Sciences or Community Health area (Health promotion, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Health Education, bio-medical sciences, public health) or related area, with emphasis on participatory communication, communication planning, social mobilization, participatory research.
• A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible work experience in public or community health and Social and Behavioral Change Communication, the planning and management of social communication programs, including in immunization/polio. Background in public health and strong management skills would be highly considered.
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Arabic is of added value.

 How to Submit Your Application

Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

Application Closing Date
16th March, 2023.