Spring Social and Behavior Change Fellow

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Save the Children US
Washington, DC, USA
Full-time

The Behavior Change and Community Health Team at Save the Children US seeks a fellow to assist with the innovation fund application of community engagement in urban areas using technology and social media; s/he will also assist with material development of team materials.

Areas of Responsibility: 

Assist with the Social and Behavior Change Communication/Community Capacity Strengthening (SBCC/CCS) team material development; research and provide recommendations to increase use of technology and social media in communities. This might include:

  • For Material Development: review of existing materials as basis to develop community mobilization job aids; experience developing high quality material for community level
  • For use of technology and social media: research existing documentation, publications, and advances of the team on mHealth and other similar innovations; develop plan to increase use of technology and social media in communities; experience in literature review, and knowledge of mHealth and other innovations related to health, especially community health
Educational Background: 
Currently enrolled in Master’s program or recent graduate in Health Promotion, Health Communication, Mass Communication, International Public Health, or related fields
Skills/Experience: 
  • Background in materials development
  • Some graphic design experience
  • Possess strong written skills, solid interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Eligible to work in the U.S.
  • Please attach resume and cover letter to your application
Compensation/Benefits: 
  • Structured learning and development program  
  • Meaningful work under the direct supervision of an experienced Save the Children staff member
  • Highly collaborative and innovative teams
  • Networking program with managers across the organization
  • Flexible schedule
  • A family friendly work environment
  • The knowledge that the work you are supporting is changing the lives of children all around the world
How to Apply: 

https://recruiting.ultipro.com/SAV1002STCF/JobBoard/7d92e82b-af74-464d-8...

Job Function: 
Social Work / Counseling

Organization Info

Save the Children US

Overview
Headquarters: 
Fairfield, CT, United States
Website: 
savethechildren.org
Annual Budget : 
More than $500M
Founded: 
1964
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
International
Disaster Relief / Public Safety
Youth / Children
Mission: 

Save the Children is the world's leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in nearly 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to create immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. in times of acute crisis, we mobilize rapid assistance to help children recover from the effects of war, conflict and natural disasters. Save the Children is a member of the International Save the Children Alliance, a global network of 30 independent Save the Children organizations working to ensure the well-being and protection of children in more than 120 countries.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Oct 5 2018
Active Until: 
Nov 5 2018
Hiring Organization: 
Save the Children US
industry: 
Nonprofit