The position is linked to a high-impact program implemented in partnership with the Government of Tanzania and World Bank under the PAMOJA Project (Project for Advancing Gender Equality).
Program Overview
The SBC Specialist will contribute to the Tanzania Community-Based Social Norms Change and GBV Prevention Program, which aims to:
- Promote economic empowerment opportunities for women
- Strengthen GBV prevention and response systems
- Foster innovation and strategic partnerships
- Enhance monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) frameworks
- Scale community-based interventions across 15 rural councils
A key feature of the program is the adaptation of the Bandebereho Model (Program P), an evidence-based approach that engages men, women, and communities to shift harmful gender norms and promote equitable relationships.
Position Summary
The SBC Specialist will play a central role in designing and implementing strategies that address the root causes of GBV by transforming social and gender norms at the community level.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Research and Context Analysis
- Lead formative research to understand local gender norms and behaviors
- Analyze power dynamics, masculinity norms, and GBV drivers
- Review existing SBC materials and relevant literature
- Ensure deep contextual insight into target communities
2. Program Design and Adaptation
- Translate research findings into culturally appropriate SBC interventions
- Support curriculum development with inclusivity and cultural relevance
- Adapt evidence-based models such as Program P to the Tanzanian context
- Design strategies that address harmful norms effectively
3. Implementation and Learning
- Support pilot implementation using adaptive learning approaches
- Document lessons learned and best practices
- Produce technical and knowledge products such as:
- Learning briefs
- White papers
- Technical reports
4. Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination
- Collaborate with government institutions, civil society organizations, and community leaders
- Ensure alignment with national GBV frameworks and policies
- Represent SBC work in technical working groups and coordination forums
5. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Scale-Up
- Contribute to MEL systems and evidence generation
- Support data-driven decision-making for program improvement
- Inform national scale-up strategies within government systems
6. Additional Responsibilities
- Undertake other tasks as assigned by supervisors to support program objectives
Contract Details
- Position: Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Specialist
- Location: Dodoma, Tanzania
- Requisition ID: 1018
- Number of Positions: 4
- Reporting Line: Team Leader / Program Manager
- Contract Type: Full-time (40 hours per week)
- Start Date: Anticipated May 2026 (subject to award and donor approval)
Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Master’s degree in:
- Gender Studies
- Sociology
- Communication
- Behavior Change or related field
Professional Experience
- Minimum of 10 years in the development sector
- At least 7 years of experience in SBC program design and implementation
- Proven experience in:
- GBV prevention programming
- Social norms change initiatives
- Community-based interventions
- Participation in at least two large-scale projects within the past decade
- Experience working with international donors (e.g., World Bank) is an added advantage
Key Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
- Strong knowledge of SBC theories and frameworks
- Expertise in interpersonal communication and group facilitation
- Experience in developing SBC tools and materials
- Deep understanding of gender dynamics and marginalized populations
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent stakeholder coordination and collaboration skills
- Ability to travel as required
Language Requirements
- Fluency in both English and Kiswahili (written and spoken)
Core Attributes for Success
- Cultural sensitivity and adaptability
- Strategic thinking and innovation
- Strong documentation and knowledge-sharing skills
- Ability to translate research insights into practical, scalable interventions
Final Thoughts
This SBC Specialist role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to transformative gender equality programming in Tanzania. By working closely with communities, government stakeholders, and development partners, the selected candidates will help shape interventions that address deeply rooted social norms and contribute to long-term reductions in gender-based violence. Professionals with a passion for behavior change, gender equality, and community-driven development are encouraged to consider this impactful opportunity with Global Communities in Dodoma.
