Behavioural Change Communication Intervention Officer

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ BANJA LA MTSOGOLO (BLM)

POSITION: BEHAVIOURAL CHANGE COMMUNICATION INTERVENTION OFFICER

Location: Dowa

OVERVIEW

Banja La Mtsogolo (BLM) is a Malawian Non-Governmental Healthcare Organization established in 1987. BLM provides quality Family Planning and Reproductive Healthcare services, including HIV/AIDS information and interventions. BLM is a senior member of the Marie Stopes International (MSI) Partnership, which operates in 43 countries.

We exist to improve the quality of life in Malawi through family planning and reproductive healthcare services. We serve over 800,000 clients annually and make a significant contribution to national family planning objectives. The organization has national coverage, operating through 23 clinics and numerous outreach clinic sites.

Direct Reporting Line: Behavioural Change Communication Intervention Manager

Parallel Reporting Line: Team Leader

Role Purpose

The BCCI Officer is responsible for mid-level leading effective and efficient planning, prioritization, implementation, documentation, monitoring and evaluation of BLM's Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Behavioural Change education, community mobilization and demand creation communication strategies.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Degree in Media for Development / Mass Communication / Community Development or any related field.

At least 5 years' experience in "Changing Mindsets" communications with at least 2 years' experience in practical community mobilization preferably with poor and hard to reach communities.

Effective team leadership, planning and organisation is a must.

Hands-on skill sets in modern audio, visual, graphic design, photography and motion picture software will be an advantage.

Experience working with young people.

Valid Driver's License Class C1.

High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.

Demonstrated ability to manage and lead others.

Understanding of key issues around reproductive health (HIV/AIDS, Family Planning, Maternal Health). Pro-Choice.

Strategic thinker with experience in developing and implementing interactive communication concepts.

Outgoing, adaptable, driven, diplomatic, liberal.

Analytic, Persistent, driven, decisive, meticulous and results oriented.

Energetic, high integrity, enthusiasm.

Highly self-sufficient, innovative, inspirational and persuasive.

High degree of proficiency in modern media and community mobilization.

Collaborative approach to teamwork, strong personal commitment to the goals of BLM and the vision to put it into practice would be desirable.

Able and willing to travel extensively.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and implement effective and efficient Sexual and Reproductive (SRH) Behavioural Change Communications (BCC) education and demand creation team tailor made action plans.

Coordinate and manage a network of Reproductive Health Assistants (RHA) community-based agents in implementing effective Interpersonal Communication (IPC) demand creation and education strategy as well as RHA incentive scheme.

Securing, organisation and management of corporate client SRH education and service demand creation for outreach teams.

Coordinate and provide periodic reporting of Sexual and Reproductive (SRH) Behavioural Change Communications Interventions (BCCI) progress reports and analysis to Operations Directorate.

Support BCCI Manager in formulating and delivering community mobilization, education and general community outreach strategic plans for effective promotion and uptake of SRH services in impact communities and BLM Centres.

Support in concept development, creative design, testing and production of effective and efficient BCCI products, services and demand creation and education tools.

Compile monthly reports for BLM service channels informing progress status and identifying opportunities on SRH education and demand creation programs.

Gather and compile success stories, lessons learnt and photos from BCCI activities.

Perform any other duties assigned by BCCI Manager and Senior Marketing Manager.

Engage and manage external vendors and partnerships for day-to-day field activities.

Day-to-day movements and planning, ensuring BCCI Officers follow the approved plans.

Attending the monthly meeting and actively participating, attending other key team meetings.

Reviewing outreach schedules and providing constructive feedback around chosen locations.

Creating BCCI schedules in collaboration with team leaders and other team members and ensuring they align with outreach schedules and activities are tailored to specific sites.

Support the Team Leader and other team members to write the monthly narrative reports.

OUR VALUES

Mission Driven: With unwavering commitment, we exist to empower women and men to have children by choice not chance.

Client-Centered: We are dedicated to our clients and work tirelessly to deliver high-quality, high-impact services that meet their individual needs.

Accountable: We are accountable for our actions and focus on results, ensuring long-term sustainability and increasing the impact of the Partnership.

Courageous: We recruit and nurture talented, passionate, and brave people who dare to push boundaries, make tough decisions and challenge others in line with our mission.

Resilient: In challenging situations, we work together and support each other, adapting and learning to find solutions, whatever we're up against.

Inclusive: We believe that diversity is a strength. We all play our part in creating a culture where every team member can thrive, feel valued and contribute meaningfully to our mission, and where all our clients feel welcome and supported.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit a cover letter and a detailed curriculum vitae outlining their suitability for the role, including the names and contact details of at least three traceable referees, including:

One referee from your current or most recent employer; and

One referee from a previous employer.

All applications should be addressed to:

By Email: recruitment@banja.org.mw (Subject: BCCI Officer)

Application Deadline: Tuesday, 25th August 2026

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

"Our organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and therefore expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment as per the MSI global Code of Conduct"

BLM is an equal opportunity employer. No canvassing of any kind is allowed.