RCCE/SBC Expert
Location:
Remotely
Reporting Manager:
Sarah Cottereau
Start date:
March 20th 2026
Duration:
6 months
Type:
Consultancy
Remuneration:
$400 per day with a maximum of 100 working days per year, depending on level of experience and qualifications.
Application Deadline:
Friday 13th March 2026
Work Permissions:
N/A
In this role, you will support the development of a behavioral science-informed Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) toolkit and communication materials to strengthen immunization uptake in Vanuatu, Samoa, and Tonga. You’ll play a key part in identifying behavioral drivers of vaccine hesitancy and designing Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) approaches that help Ministries of Health and partners effectively engage communities and promote positive health behavior
MAGENTA is a leading Social and Behavioural Change (SBC) agency that specialises in understanding human decision-making processes in order to design solutions for relevant and impactful solutions to some of the most challenging problems of our time. We implement programmes across the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Latin America and The Caribbean using the latest in behavioural science principles and a rigorous approach to research, strategy, campaign design and implementation.
We help social-impact focused organisations across the world, including UN agencies, INGOs, governments and the private sector. Whether we are aiming to shift parenting practices to improve children’s outcomes or to understand how social norms underpin corruption, we always go the extra mile to ensure we can create positive impact for some of the most underserved populations in the world. Our culture is driven by curiosity, transparency, authenticity and innovation. We are people driven by a keen desire to deliver social impact and who thrive in fast-paced environments.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The RCCE Expert will report to the project manager. Typical tasks include:
- Conduct a desk review of existing immunization communication materials, behavioral studies, and relevant SBC/RCCE resources.
- Support the analysis of behavioral drivers and barriers related to immunization, including vaccine hesitancy.
- Contribute to the development of an SBC toolkit framework, incorporating behavioral science principles such as nudging, framing, defaults, and incentives.
- Develop or support the development of country-adapted communication strategies and messaging guidance.
- Contribute to the design of community engagement approaches and RCCE tools to strengthen immunization uptake and preparedness for public health emergencies.
- Support the development of communication collateral for multiple platforms (e.g., social media, radio scripts, posters, job aids, FAQs).
- Participate in stakeholder consultations and validation workshops.
- Contribute to the finalization of the SBC toolkit and guidance note for implementation.
REQUIREMENTS
- 5+ years of experience in RCCE and health communication
- Experience in immunization, public health campaigns, or vaccine confidence
- Proven experience developing toolkits, communication strategies, or behavior change interventions
- Experience working with UN agencies, NGOs, or Ministries of Health is an asset
- Experience in the Pacific region is mandatory
COMPETENCIES
The following are key competencies required for this position.
- We intentionally seek out creative ways to achieve positive outcomes. We do not find satisfaction in comfort and pursue continuous growth in how we do things.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Willingness to live, work and travel in developing/post-crisis settings;
- MAGENTA has a flexible working policy which promotes periods of remote working in the year
How to apply
INSTRUCTIONS
Apply before Friday 13th March 2026. Applicants should submit a two-page CV and letter of motivation here. The letter of motivation should describe why you want to join the MAGENTA team, with a specific example of how your experience and skills can enhance MAGENTA’s work.
MAGENTA is committed to creating a diverse work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. If you have a disability and require adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know—we’ll do our best to support you.