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UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.

At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.

UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.

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For every child, a fair chance

UNICEF has been an active partner of the Government of the Philippines and civil society in realizing the rights of every Filipino child, in line with priorities to achieve the SDGs. UNICEF efforts have been focused on the most vulnerable regions identified by the Government of the Philippines Development Plan, particularly in the regions of Visayas and Mindanao. To ensure that interventions are sustainable and scaled up, UNICEF will support both the national and local government units (LGUs) as the main instruments of delivering services and building systems. The level of engagement with government institutions will consider capacities, economies of scale and sector issues.

UNICEF Philippines has two offices. One office is based in Manila and a field office in Cotabato City, the second largest city in Mindanao, Southern Philippines, with some 300,000 population. The city is the regional administrative canter of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) and over 80 percent of the population is Muslim. Mindanao is both conflict-affected and prone to frequent earthquakes and typhoons.

Visit this link for more information on Philippine Country Office: https://www.unicef.org/philippines/

How can you make a difference? 

The Social & Behavior Change Officer, NO-2, Temporary Appointment, will ensure the continuity of key SBC initiatives while the SBC Specialist is on maternity leave. The role focuses on strengthening SBC research, partnerships, capacity building, and knowledge-sharing. The Officer will work closely with cross-sectoral teams, government counterparts, and implementing partners to ensure UNICEF’s SBC priorities remain on track.

Under the supervision of the Head of Unit for Social & Behavior Change, the post shall undertake the following tasks:

1. Generate and Utilize Research, Data, and Evidence

• In collaboration with sectoral and cross-sectoral specialists, relevant government officers and other UN/NGO partners, design, implement, and/or participate in SBC situation analyses and formative research that identify social and behavioral drivers.
• Assist in the completion, dissemination, and use of the SBC Landscape Analysis and Capacity Assessment in coordination with sector focal points and research partners and stakeholders.
• Provide technical assistance in documenting SBC evidence to inform policy and programmatic decisions. Specifically, works with sector focal points and partners in preparing investment and policy briefs for SBC based on the findings and recommendations of the landscape analysis and capacity assessment to advocate for SBC integration into national systems, sectoral workplans, and policy dialogues.
• Support the development and dissemination of research reports and case studies for national scientific conferences and coordinate the setting up of exhibit or knowledge corner(s) during these conferences to showcase SBC in UNICEF.
• Contribute to internal and donor reporting by preparing data-driven inputs.

2. Technical Assistance to sectors on the development and implementation of SBC interventions

• Provide technical inputs in the development/updating, and implementation of internal SBC plans, applying behavioral science and innovative approaches, and consistent with quality standards.
• Participate in programmatic visits, field monitoring activities, and documentation of SBC flagship initiatives.
• Participate in Programme Implementation Reviews (PIRs) and planning workshops, ensuring SBC is well-integrated.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, QA, and monitoring of partnership agreements including humanitarian response, community engagement, and Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP).
• Provide timely and evidence-based inputs in technical reports, presentations, and donor reports, with links to supporting documents and knowledge products.
• Assist in the onboarding, technical briefing, and in providing technical guidance to SBC consultants, service providers, and partners regarding SBC in UNICEF, programme guidance, and quality standards.

3. Capacity Building and Knowledge Management

• Identify, design, and/or organize SBC tools, materials, and learning resources for staff and partners, including on new approaches such as behavioral analysis, behavioral insights, human-centered design, social listening, and social accountability mechanisms. Use and adapt existing UNICEF learning resources, guidelines and training materials to build SBC capacity among staff, implementing partners and relevant government and non-government counterparts.
• Support the design, implementation, and monitoring of SBC bite-sized learning sessions, with feedback mechanisms for improvement.
• Monitor and document the Country Office's progress in SBC capacity development and identify areas for improvement and action points.
• Provide technical support to implementing partner(s) in integrating SBC in academic courses at all phases of partnerships.
• Coordinate and support sector focal points in preparing regular contributions to the global SBC newsletter.

4. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

• Support sector focal points in evidence-based reporting on SBC within UNICEF's internal reporting systems.
• Contribute to annual reporting for cross-sectoral and sectoral by consolidating SBC inputs and success stories, with links to supporting documents and knowledge products, as needed.
• Co-design and co-facilitate a year-end SBC review and reflection session.
• Participate in strategic planning and refinements of the DRIVE for Change strategy and roadmap.

5. Networking and Partnership Engagement

• Strengthen coordination and engagement with the relevant networks to expand collaboration with key stakeholders and advance SBC work.

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here:  TOR SBC Officer (Maternity Cover)_2025.pdf

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Minimum requirements:

• Education:

• • A university degree (bachelor’s or higher) in a social and behavioral science, including sociology, anthropology, communication studies/communication for development, psychology and/or related field is required.

• Work Experience:
  • A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: social development programme planning, communication for development or social and behavior change, public advocacy or another related area.

• Skills:
  • Programme/Project management
  • Capacity development
  • Knowledge management
  • Monitoring and evaluation
  • Communication (oral and written)
  • Networking and collaboration

• Language Requirements:

• • Fluency in English and Filipino is a requirement, both oral and written.

• Desirables:

• • Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.
  • Previous experience working with UNICEF, an advantage
  • Formal training on SBC and/or SBCC

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are requested to complete an online candidate profile in http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/ by 20 April 2025. Only applications sent through the e-recruitment portal will be considered.

By applying through our Talent Management System (TMS) you agree to our privacy statement which is in line with the Philippines’ Data Privacy Act. You are strongly advised to read carefully through the privacy statement before submitting your application.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

• Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1)
• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (2)
• Works Collaboratively with others (2)
• Innovates and Embraces Change (2)
• Thinks and Acts Strategically (2)
• Drives to achieve impactful results (2)
• Manages ambiguity and complexity (2)

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, and persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. To create a more inclusive workplace, UNICEF offers paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. Click here to learn more about flexible work arrangements, well-being, and benefits.

According to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-2030, UNICEF has committed to increase the number of employees with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we provide reasonable accommodation for work-related support requirements of candidates and employees with disabilities. Also, UNICEF has launched a Global Accessibility Helpdesk to strengthen physical and digital accessibility. If you are an applicant with a disability who needs digital accessibility support in completing the online application, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.

Remarks:

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. 

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.