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Transform Lives as a Social Behavior Change Communication Specialist with One Acre Fund
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Kampala or Jinja, Uganda - Hybrid
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Join One Acre Fund, a dynamic non-profit organization dedicated to improving the productivity and resilience of over 1.5 million smallholder farmers. With a diverse team of 8,000+ professionals operating in ten African countries, One Acre Fund is a beacon of innovation and impact in the agricultural sector. By providing quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, and training, we empower farmers to increase their profits by an average of 40 percent. It's an opportunity to contribute to a greener future and enhance the livelihoods of communities.
- Develop and implement innovative social behavior change communication strategies for our Uganda program.
- Collaborate with country leadership to promote sustainable agricultural practices among farmers.
- Drive the adoption of improved agronomic techniques through effective training of field teams and farmers.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Communication, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in SBCC program design, preferably in public health or agriculture.
- Knowledge of behavioral theories and project management skills, including budgeting and reporting.
- Proficiency in local languages and a deep understanding of the cultural nuances within Uganda.
Benefits: Competitive health insurance, generous paid time off, a culture focused on learning and development, and a semi-annual review process to support your career goals.
To Apply: One Acre Fund supports work permit acquisition for this role and prefers nationals or those with extensive professional experience in our countries of operation. Be aware that One Acre Fund never charges any fees during the recruitment process. Applications are open until November 11, 2024. Apply with confidence and be part of our growth story!
About One Acre Fund Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund supplies over 1.5 million smallholder farmers with the agricultural services they need to make their farms more productive and resilient. Our 8,000+ team is drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. With operations across ten African countries, we make farmers more prosperous by providing easy access to quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, and agricultural training to improve harvests. On average, the farmers we serve earn 40 percent more profits from their land when they enroll with One Acre Fund.
The Role Design and implement social behavior change communication (SBCC) strategies and programs for the Uganda program. You will work with Uganda Country leadership and multiple team members to promote and sustain positive behaviors within our farmers and guide long-term climate-sustainable agricultural practices. You will report to the COO and the Head of Field Programs to develop new approaches to training both our internal field team, and the farmers that we work with, to achieve faster and deeper adoption of better agronomic practices.
Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Communication, or a related field. 3 or more years of experience designing and implementing SBCC programs, in a public health or agricultural context. Understanding of behavioral theories and models and their application in program design. Experience with project management, including budget management and reporting. Proficiency in local languages and understanding of local cultural contexts.
Benefits Health insurance, paid time off. We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
Application Details One Acre Fund can support a work permit for this role. However, nationals of (or those with an extensive professional background and work history in) our countries of operation are preferred. Application Deadline 11 November 2024. One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @ oneacrefund.org address.
