Re-advertisement: Social and Behavior Change Communications Manager, USAID-Biodiversity Conservation Program (LD)

Posted on May, 05 2021

Location: Lam Dong, Da Lat city
Want to make a positive difference to the future of people and our one shared home - the Earth? Working at WWF could be your opportunity of a lifetime.

All around the world, people are waking up to the deepening crisis of nature loss. A growing realization that nature is our life-support system. And that nobody will be spared from the impacts of its loss. Here at WWF, we are helping to tackle this enormous global challenge.
Our people come from hugely diverse backgrounds and with a variety of expertise, ranging from HR and finance to advocacy and conservation science. We welcome applications from anyone who believes they can help us create a better future for people and wildlife.

What we do

We are an independent conservation organization, striving to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and wildlife. From individuals and communities to business and government, we are part of a growing coalition calling on world leaders to set nature on the path to recovery by 2030. Together, we seek to protect and restore natural habitats, stop the mass extinction of wildlife, and make the way we produce and consume sustainably.

About WWF-Vietnam

WWF was one of the first International non-government organizations working in Vietnam. In 1985, WWF began working on a national conservation strategy and since then has worked closely with the Vietnamese Government on a diverse range of environmental issues and implemented field activities across the country. Find out more at http://vietnam.panda.org/. WWF recognizes that its employees are its most important asset. A competent workforce, thoroughly trained, properly motivated and bound together by mutual trust and common objectives is crucial to the success of WWF. 

We are re-advertising for the position of Social and Behavior Change Communications Manager, USAID - Biodiversity Conservation Program, based in Lam Dong (Da Lat city). 

Under supervision of the Wildlife Demand Reduction Lead, the SBCC Manager is responsible for technical management and field implementation of Strategic Approach 4 (SA 4), which includes the development and holistic implementation of the strategy to reduce consumer demand for  illegal  wildlife  products  in  targeted  rural  and  urban  settings  by  using  Social  and  Behavior  Change  Communications (SBCC) approaches to conduct consumer research of segment audiences and deliver  impactful messages which drive reductions in demand. 

Key requirements for the role:
 
  • University degree in public communication, marketing, social sciences or relevant study; At least 5 years of working experience in SBCC programs, preferably in relation to wildlife conservation and illegal wildlife trade.
  • Understanding and application of SBCC approaches including evidence-based approaches such as the five-step approach and theory of objective setting, target group identification, message development, monitoring and adaptive management;  
  • Identifies and aligns with the core values of the WWF organization: Courage, Collaboration, Respect & Integrity.
  • Demonstrates WWF behaviors in ways of working: Strive for Impact, Listen Deeply, Collaborate Openly, Innovate Fearlessly;
  • Adheres to WWF’s brand values, which are: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging
How to apply:

The detailed terms of references is attached to this article. Interested candidates should email a cover letter, curriculum vitae in English, and scan/photo of relevant diplomas/certificates to recruitment.vn@wwf.org.vn with the title: [re-ad May21] SBCC Manager LD- Full name in the subject of the email

Deadline: May 19th, 2021.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
“WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.”