Looking for a rewarding career or internship opportunity? UNICEF Ghana is hiring! With positions available for a Social & Behavior Change Officer and a Batch Internship Recruitment to Support Health Intervention, this is your chance to contribute to impactful programs in Ghana.

1. Social & Behavior Change Officer

Location: Accra
Application Deadline: Not specified

Job Overview

The Social & Behavior Change (SBC) Officer will be responsible for designing, planning, and implementing SBC activities based on behavioral science research and data. The role ensures strong engagement and participation mechanisms in both development and humanitarian contexts.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize behavioral science research to inform SBC program design and monitoring.
• Develop SBC activities ensuring strong engagement in both development and emergency settings.
• Advocate for and coordinate SBC initiatives with stakeholders and partners.
• Promote continuous learning and capacity development for UNICEF staff and partners.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Social Science, Marketing, Market Research, Sociology, Anthropology, Communication, Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in social and behavior change, communications, or marketing.
• Fluency in English and at least one local language is required.
• Experience in developing country work and emergency response is an asset.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online by completing all relevant fields on the application form:
Apply Here

2. Batch Internship Recruitment – Support Health Intervention

Location: Tamale
Application Deadline: Not specified

Job Overview

This internship aims to support health intervention programs by remotely monitoring regional activities, compiling reports, and documenting field success stories. Interns will assist in knowledge management and contribute to UNICEF’s health initiatives in Ghana.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and summarize weekly and monthly regional activity implementation.
• Organize online and in-person review meetings, including documentation and reporting.
• Support knowledge management by documenting field-level success stories.

Expected Deliverables

• Weekly and monthly consolidated program/activity reports.
• Updated action points tracker for regional review meetings.
• Field story drafts from at least two implementing regions.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Proof of enrollment in an undergraduate or advanced degree program OR recent completion (within the last two years).
• Academic background in Public Health, Development Studies, or related fields.
• Strong skills in report writing, data collection, and analysis.
• Knowledge of geospatial software is an advantage.
• Fluency in English; additional UN or local languages are a plus.
• No relatives working in any UNICEF office or direct line of authority.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online by completing the relevant fields on the application form:
Apply Here

FAQs

1. Can I apply for both positions?
Yes, if you meet the qualifications for both roles, you can submit separate applications for each.

2. What happens if I don’t receive a response?
If you do not hear back within four weeks after the deadline, consider your application unsuccessful.

3. Are these roles open to international applicants?
The job postings specify requirements for Ghanaian nationals, so check the eligibility criteria before applying.

Final Thoughts
These opportunities at UNICEF Ghana provide a chance to contribute to meaningful social and health programs. Apply today and take the next step in your career!