Social & Behavior Change Officer (Partnership) Job Vacancy at UNICEF – Zanzibar | December 2025

1. Job Title

Social & Behavior Change Officer (Partnership) – NO-2

2. Company

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)

3. Location

Zanzibar, United Republic of Tanzania

4. Job Description

UNICEF Tanzania is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Social & Behavior Change Officer (Partnership) – NO-2, based in Zanzibar. UNICEF operates in more than 190 countries and territories worldwide, working to save children’s lives, uphold their rights, and help them achieve their full potential from early childhood through adolescence.

In Tanzania, UNICEF applies Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) as a cross-cutting programme strategy to address social, cultural, economic, and structural factors that influence behaviors affecting child wellbeing. The organization focuses on evidence-based, human-centered approaches that support positive and sustainable behavior change in both development and humanitarian contexts.

The Social & Behavior Change Officer will work under the overall supervision of the Chief of Zanzibar Office, with technical guidance from the Country Office SBC Manager and the Chief of Communication, Advocacy and Partnerships (CAP). The role combines technical SBC programming with partnership development, supporting collaboration with government institutions, civil society organizations, private sector actors, and media partners to advance UNICEF’s mission and resource mobilization efforts.

5. Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key functions:

• Conduct or support comprehensive SBC situation analyses addressing social, cultural, economic, political, and communication factors affecting communities in Zanzibar.
• Collect, analyze, and synthesize qualitative and quantitative data to inform SBC strategies aligned with the 2027–2032 Country Programme of Cooperation and UNDAF.
• Design, review, and implement evidence-based SBC strategies, plans, and materials to maximize impact, sustainability, and scale.
• Collaborate with partners to design, test, produce, and disseminate high-quality SBC materials and interventions.
• Monitor SBC implementation, track indicators, and assess behavioral change outcomes to inform continuous programme improvement.
• Integrate SBC approaches across sectors, including health, nutrition, education, child protection, social policy, adolescence, gender, and early childhood development (ECD).
• Support Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) initiatives, including preparedness and emergency response coordination with the Ministry of Health and other stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with civil society organizations, community leaders, private sector actors, donors, and UN partners.
• Support advocacy initiatives, capacity-building activities, and training programmes related to SBC and partnerships.
• Contribute to knowledge management, documentation of best practices, reporting, budget planning, DCT monitoring, and financial compliance.

6. Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in social and behavioral sciences such as sociology, anthropology, psychology, communication for development, or a related field.
• At least two (2) years of professional experience in social development programming, SBC, communication for development, advocacy, partnerships, or related areas.
• Proven experience working with government institutions.
• Previous experience within the UN system or international organizations is an added advantage.
• Strong analytical, coordination, communication, and reporting skills.

7. Language and Competencies

• Fluency in English and Swahili is required.
• Knowledge of another UN official language or relevant local language is an asset.
• Demonstrated commitment to UNICEF’s core values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability, with strong collaboration, innovation, and strategic thinking skills.

8. How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official UNICEF online recruitment platform using the application link provided in the vacancy announcement. CLICK HERE TO APPLY

📌 Application Deadline: 21 December 2025 (East Africa Standard Time)
📌 Important Information:

• UNICEF does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
• Appointment is subject to medical clearance, required vaccinations, and enhanced background checks due to child safeguarding requirements.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.