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Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Officer

Afghanistan Educational and Health Aid Organization “AEHDA” موسسه اهدا
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Position Title: Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Officer

2025-06-21    Herat     Full Time     19

Job Location: Herat
Nationality: National
Category: Admin-Clerical Health Care
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: As per HR policy and Donor Budget
Vacancy Number: :1.4.3.4 CDG/AF/HWP-25005 /AEHDA/WVI  
No. Of Jobs: 2
City: Herat
Organization: Afghanistan Educational and Health Aid Organization “AEHDA” موسسه اهدا
Years of Experience: 3-5 years
Contract Duration: 12 months upto 36 months
Gender: Male/Female
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Communications, Sociology, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
Close date: 2025-06-21

About Afghanistan Educational and Health Aid Organization “AEHDA” موسسه اهدا:

AEHDA-Org Vision

AEHDA envisions empowering Afghan women, youth, children, and vulnerable groups through equitable access to quality education, healthcare, well-being, sustainable livelihoods, and essential services, fostering a prosperous and resilient Afghanistan.

 

AEHDA-Org Mission


AEHDA is committed to empowering Afghan women, youth, children, and vulnerable groups by providing accessible, quality, and sustainable education, healthcare, mental health and psychosocial support, livelihood opportunities, and essential services.

 We strive to foster community resilience, social cohesion, and economic growth, ultimately contributing to a prosperous and self-reliant Afghanistan

 

Guiding Strategic Principles

AEHDA is dedicated to fulfilling its mission through contextual, participatory, results-oriented, transparent, and accountable services. Our approach emphasizes professionalism, gender sensitivity, and the empowerment of Afghan communities, especially women, through the following strategic principles:

  • Community and Women Empowerment: We prioritize decentralized, bottom-up approaches that foster real participation, allowing communities, especially women, to play an active role in their development.
  • Contextual Integration: Incorporating local insights and recommendations into strategy and policy decision-making processes at national and sub-national levels to ensure our work is relevant and impactful.
  • Sustainable Development: Promoting development that meets the needs of today without compromising future generations, emphasizing resilience and long-term community well-being.
  • Public-Private Partnership and Ownership: Building partnerships that bridge public and private sectors, encouraging shared responsibility and ownership of outcomes.
  • One Health Approach: Addressing interconnected health risks among people, animals, and the environment to improve overall health outcomes.
  • Results-Based Management: Focusing on measurable outcomes and continuous improvement in program delivery to maximize impact.
  • Management Efficiency: Streamlining operations and resource allocation to enhance organizational effectiveness and accountability.
  • Partnership Development and Coordination: Strengthening collaborations with various stakeholders to create a cohesive and supportive network for sustainable change.
  • Creating Opportunities for Personal Development: Fostering an environment in which individuals can realize their potential and express their unique talents and abilities.

 

AEHDA-Org Objectives:

To contribute towards its strategic goal, AEHDA pursues following specific objectives:

 

  1. Educational Empowerment
    1. Improve access to quality education for Afghan women, children, and underserved communities through policy advocacy, infrastructure development, educator training, and culturally relevant curricula.
    2. Promote literacy and skills development programs for lifelong learning, focusing on marginalized groups.
  2. Healthcare and Nutrition
    1. Expand healthcare services emphasizing maternal, neonatal, and child health (MNCH) and communicable disease control (CDC) to improve outcomes in diverse communities.
    2. Implement community-based nutrition programs addressing malnutrition through sustainable practices and nutrition education.
  3. Food Security for Targeted Groups
    1. Ensure need-based food distribution to vulnerable groups in regions affected by food insecurity.
    2. Partner with local organizations for the efficient distribution of culturally appropriate food supplies.
  4. Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)
    1. Develop and expand MHPSS programs focusing on Afghan women, children, and conflict-affected individuals.
    2. Train local mental health practitioners to deliver culturally sensitive, trauma-informed MHPSS services.
  5. Sustainable Development
    1. Integrate One Health principles addressing health risks between people, animals, and the environment.
    2. Launch awareness campaigns promoting sustainable agricultural and environmental practices.
  6. Research and Advocacy
    1. Conduct evidence-based research on health, education, and social issues for data-driven advocacy.
    2. Advocate for policies improving access to essential services and protecting the rights of vulnerable communities.
  7. Community Empowerment
    1. Strengthen community resilience through training for community leaders, healthcare service providers, teachers, and community activists.
    2. Empower women-led organizations and local initiatives for sustainable, community-driven change.
  8. Emergency Response
    1. Develop and implement emergency response frameworks addressing crises with immediate aid and recovery planning.
    2. Ensure rapid responses for food security, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), and mental health support.

 

 

AEHDA Org Principles and Core Values

  • Justice
  • Independency
  • Integrity
  • Transparency and Accountability
  • Impartiality
  • Professionalism
  • Neutral
  • Transparency & Accountability
  • Innovation and creativity
  • Volunteerism and activism

AEHDA Org Strategic Areas of Operation:

In light of organization values and in direction of achieving its objectives, AEHDA will deliver its services in following strategic areas of operations:

 

  • Contemporary Education
  • One Health Approaches
  • Health Care Services Delivery
  • Nutrition services
  • Food security and Agriculture
  • Advocacy and Communication
  • Training and Capacity Building
  • WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene)
  • Protection
  • Research and Development
  • Mobile Health Services for Nomadic and Vulnerable Populations

Job Descriptions:

AEHDA Organization

JOB DESCRIPTION  

Terms of Reference (ToR).

Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Officer

Terms of Reference (ToR) for the position of Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Officer under AEHDA’s Health, WASH, and Protection project in Herat:

Afghanistan Educational and Health Development Aids Organization (AEHDA)
Terms of Reference (ToR)
Position Title: Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Officer
Project Title: Health, WASH and Protection (HWP) Interventions
Duty Station: Herat Province
Position Code: 1.4.4 – SBC/PC/HWP-25005/AEHDA/WVI
Duration: 12 months (with possibility of extension)
Contract Type: Full-time, Project-based
Reports to: Provincial Coordinator (Herat)
Department: Program Implementation

1. Organizational Background

AEHDA is a national non-profit organization committed to delivering quality humanitarian and development services in Health, WASH, Protection, and Education sectors across Afghanistan. In partnership with World Vision International (WVI), AEHDA is implementing a multi-sectoral humanitarian response in Herat province targeting vulnerable populations with integrated services.

2. Purpose of the Position

The Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Officer will be responsible for planning, implementing, monitoring, and supporting community outreach activities to promote positive health, WASH, and protection behaviors. The role ensures evidence-based SBC strategies are applied to increase community awareness and participation, contributing to the effectiveness and sustainability of the project.

3. Key Responsibilities

Planning and Coordination

  • Design and implement SBC strategies aligned with project goals.
  • Develop annual and quarterly SBC activity plans in collaboration with sector leads.
  • Coordinate with community leaders, CDCs, Shuras, and religious actors for social mobilization.

Implementation of Outreach Activities

  • Conduct and support community awareness sessions on key health, hygiene, and protection messages.
  • Ensure inclusive participation of women, youth, persons with disabilities, and marginalized groups.
  • Organize public events, campaigns, and media engagements for mass awareness.

Capacity Building

  • Train community health workers (CHWs), hygiene promoters, and volunteers on SBC tools.
  • Provide technical support to field teams on communication for development (C4D) practices.
  • Supervise peer educators and support their outreach efforts with necessary materials.

Material Development and Distribution

  • Support the design and dissemination of culturally appropriate IEC/BCC materials.
  • Pre-test messages and visual aids to ensure clarity and relevance for target groups.

Monitoring and Reporting

  • Monitor implementation of SBC activities and collect qualitative and quantitative data.
  • Document success stories, best practices, and community feedback for reporting and learning.
  • Prepare timely progress reports and submit them to the Provincial Coordinator and M&E Officer.

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6. Reporting and Supervision

The SBC Officer will report directly to the Provincial Coordinator and will collaborate closely with Health, WASH, and Protection Officers, as well as M&E and Admin teams.

7. PSEA and Code of Conduct

AEHDA maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), fraud, and corruption. The SBC Officer is expected to comply with AEHDA’s PSEA policies, safeguarding protocols, and code of conduct at all times.

8. Support and Logistical Arrangements

  • The position will be provided with necessary tools, IEC materials, and logistical support.
  • Orientation and refresher training will be provided regularly.
  • Travel to field sites will be facilitated in coordination with AEHDA’s logistics unit.

9. Security Considerations

The incumbent must adhere to AEHDA’s security and movement protocols and remain responsive to risk updates and safety advisories shared by the security focal person or provincial team.

10. Interdiction Clause

Engagement in any form of sexual exploitation, abuse, fraud, corruption, or violation of AEHDA’s code of conduct will result in immediate termination of contract and possible legal consequences.

Job Requirements:

4. Required Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Communications, Sociology, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
  • Minimum 3–5 years of practical experience in SBC, BCC, or community mobilization roles in NGO/INGO sectors.
  • Proven experience in designing and implementing social mobilization or awareness campaigns.
  • Knowledge of community-based approaches and behavior change communication methodologies.
  • Experience working in Health, WASH, or Protection programming is highly desirable.

5. Skills and Competencies

  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills.
  • Demonstrated cultural sensitivity, gender awareness, and community engagement.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Fluency in Dari and/or Pashto; working knowledge of English is an asset.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a challenging environment

Submission Guidelines:

nterested candidates are requested to send their CVs along with other relevant supporting documents to the email address below by 21 June 2025.

Email SUBJECT:     :1.4.3.4 CDG/AF/HWP-25005 /AEHDA/WVI  
(Applications without the correct vacancy number in the subject line will not be accepted.)

Submission Requirements:

  • All application documents should be in a single ZIP folder.
  • Only candidates with relevant field experience in health and an educational degree in a related field will be considered.
  • A Cover letter is required in the first email submission.
  • Don’t call on whatsappp or mobile .
  • Only  send your email to  hwp@aheda.org

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Submission Email:

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