Communications and Advocacy Officer

Plan International

. Lead the design and implementation of the project's Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC) strategy .

Posted 10/6/2026contractTacloban City • PhilippinesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC) and advocacy, with a strong focus on content creation, storytelling, and engaging youth participation. Proven ability to develop and implement effective communication strategies and materials that comply with ethical and safeguarding standards.

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Social And Behavior Change Communication (SBCC)Advocacy And InfluencingContent CreationMultimedia CommunicationsYouth Engagement

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Hard Skills

Evidence-Based Communication InterventionsIEC Material DevelopmentSocial Media Content CreationVideo ProductionEthical Storytelling

Soft Skills

MentoringFacilitationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Digital PlatformsMedia Engagement

Certifications & Qualifications

Training In SBCCTraining In AdvocacyTraining In Digital CommunicationsTraining In Safeguarding

Industry Keywords

Development CommunicationPublic RelationsHumanitarian ProgramsChild ProtectionGender Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design and implementation of the project's Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC) strategy
Develop evidence-based communication interventions influencing knowledge, attitudes, behaviors, and social norms
Support project teams and partners in implementing and monitoring SBCC activities
Develop IEC materials, social media content, videos, advocacy materials, and publications
Translate technical information into engaging and accessible content
Produce ethical, safeguarding-compliant stories of change and project impact
Develop and implement advocacy and influencing plans
Facilitate meaningful participation of children and young people in campaigns and advocacy initiatives
Mentor youth leaders in communications, storytelling, and advocacy
Ensure compliance with branding, safeguarding, and donor visibility requirements
Identify opportunities to showcase project impact through media, digital platforms, and stakeholder engagement
Work closely with implementing partners, local stakeholders, and young people
Report to the Head of Communications, Advocacy, and Campaigns

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Development Communication, Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing Communication, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field
At least 3-5 years of relevant experience in communications, SBCC, advocacy and influencing, campaigns, and multimedia content development
Demonstrated experience in Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC)
Demonstrated experience in advocacy and influencing
Demonstrated experience in co-creation and engagement with children and young people
Demonstrated experience in content creation, storytelling, and multimedia communications
Demonstrated experience in development, humanitarian, child protection, gender, or youth-focused programs
Training in SBCC, advocacy, digital communications, safeguarding, ethical storytelling, or meaningful youth participation is an advantage
Portfolio or work samples
Ability to work across Eastern Visayas and BARMM, with field work as needed
Commitment to safeguarding children and young people and compliance with pre-employment checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working arrangements
Competitive compensation package (local T&C)
Inclusive workplace and equal opportunities
Pre-employment safeguarding checks and misconduct disclosure procedures