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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
One Acre Fund is a social enterprise that supplies smallholder farmers in East Africa with asset-based financing and agriculture training services to reduce hunger and poverty.
Job Title
Program Design and Social Behavior Change Lead (Fixed-Term) job at One Acre Fund
Job Description
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.
Duties and Responsibilities
Program Design (40%)
Lead the development of SBCC strategies and interventions based on research and best practices.
Develop clear, culturally relevant, and messages and materials tailored to smallholder farmers.
Implementation and Coordination (40%)
Oversee the implementation of SBCC programs and campaigns, ensuring they align with organizational goals and the needs of smallholder farmers. Specifically:
Promote the adoption of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) among farmers
Encourage farmers to transition from traditional staple crops to higher-value crops
Promote Climate Smart Agriculture practices and educate farmers on building long-term climate change challenges.
Manage program budgets, timelines, and resources.
Monitoring and Evaluation (10%)
Work with the internal Monitoring and Evaluation team to develop and implement plans to assess the impact of SBCC interventions.
Collect and analyze program data to inform decision-making and improve program effectiveness.
Capacity Building (10%)
You will over time (not immediately) provide training and technical assistance to staff and partners on SBCC best practices and methodologies.
Career Growth and Development
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.
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Qualifications and Competencies
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
How to Apply
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