Ijuka Agnes Barongo
Social Behaviour Change Specialist
Kampala, Uganda, Hours
Summary
Social Behaviour Change Media, Strategic Communication, Advocacy and Public Information.
Media, Communication and Advocacy Specialist: In-depth experience in project development and implementation of media relations, strategic communication cross sectoral programme-compliance and reporting in three sectors of health, education and social development.
Social Behaviour Change Expert: Extensive experience in coordinating management of positive adoption and practices of life saving key behaviours in the field of Education, Reproductive Maternal, Child Adolescent Health and Child Protection.
Public Information Authourity: Solid experience in knowledge management and dissemination of positive seeking behaviours, child and gender rights, equality, equity and development under humanitarian response, recovery and development.
Countries of work experience: Working in Uganda (at full time basis). South Africa, Senegal, Ghana, United Kingdom, United States and Zimbabwe (extended visit basis).
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
year of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Social Behaviour Change Specialist
UNITED NATIONS CHILDRENS FUND
10.2017 - Current
- Providing technical support in design and development of Social Behaviour Change interventions use for policy, framework and strategy support to eight government line ministries and 16 Programme Corporation Agreement (PCA) Partners
- Providing technical and operational support to deliver social and behaviour change interventions for addressing humanitarian emergencies (Marburg, Ebola and COVID-19) and development interventions
- Leading on technical support to Basic Education Adolescent Programme PCA and District Local Government (DLG) Partners to conduct community, district and national led advocacy engagement that provide network and partnership building opportunities
- Promoting achievements of SBC positive results in childhood care, protection, education and health through Social and Behaviour Change Communication that include Social research and data analysis, risk communication & community engagement and alliance building during emergencies and development phases
- Conducting oversight to SBC innovations that support realization of results under Basic Education Adolescent Development Programme and Emergencies for Education
- Key Achievements:
- SBC interventions were implemented during humanitarian crises (including Marburg, Ebola, and COVID-19) and in development initiatives
- This rollout was conducted in collaboration with Civil Society Partners and technical working groups from Line Ministries, specifically focusing on Early Childhood and Adolescent Development & Participation
- Developed and co-facilitated participatory training methodologies in seven districts of Karamoja, Uganda
- This led to significant increase in male action groups and community collaboration to tackle child violence, including re-enrolling girls in school, curbing child marriage, and enhancing community policing to address and report violence
- Provided technical and operational support to sector systems strengthening of SBC capacities that delivered social and behaviour change interventions which led to 80 percent utilization of health, education and protection services in 30 focus districts during COVID19 pandemic and the Ebola Virus Disease outbreaks and epidemics
- Developed a SBC COVID-19 Micro Plan, achieving 80 percent adoption by a intersectoral committee of 21 line ministries, departments, and agencies
- It reached 15 million registered school children and adolescents, resulting in a 75 percent uptake of SBC interventions and 40 percent reduction in registered cases of violence against children during the pandemic.
Communication for Development Officer
UNITED NATIONS CHILDRENS FUND
08.2013 - 10.2017
- Lead in the strategy design and implementation, business development and bid management for districts with both humanitarian and development programmes
- Contract management, supervision of consultants, coordination of procurement services, liaison with stakeholders and Information Management for Basic Education and Child Protection Programmes
- Coordinated District Local Government and PCA Partners in implementing knowledge management on SBC packages to influence adoption of positive behaviours for Parenting in Early Childhood and Adolescent Development programmes in humanitarian and development settings
- Contributed to inter-agency discussions and planning to collaborate with inter-agency partners/colleagues in the UNDAF planning and preparation of Social and Behaviour Change initiatives for emergencies and development contexts
- Key Achievements:
- Coordinated prevention and response Social & Behaviour Change interventions during the Marburg and Ebola Virus Disease outbreaks in high-risk districts in eastern and western Uganda in 2012, 2014 and nationwide
- Conducted analysis, planning, implementation of workplans, review of quarterly plus annual reports, surveys, assessments and evaluations
- Identifying and supporting the dissemination of Social & Behaviour Change results reaching children, adolescents, caregivers, teachers and community leaders by utilizing innovative platforms at district, national and regional levels in 30 focus districts
- Networked and built partnerships with networks of university academia and social cultural organizations through the dissemination of evidence-based knowledge that facilitated showcasing gains and successes for SBC advocacy
- A 60 percent increment in the interest with new stakeholders scaled up the advocacy agenda that promote UNICEF mission and goals for child rights, social equity and inclusiveness.
Communications Officer; External Relations
UNITED NATIONS CHILDRENS FUND UNICEF
Kampala, 102
08.2011 - 07.2013
- Responsibilities –
- Managed media events linked to UNICEF Uganda's advocacy on significant UN days.
- Assisted in developing media materials such as press releases, stories, and posters. Monitored polio immunization in districts.
- Supervised creation of UNICEF Uganda publications for knowledge dissemination.
- Facilitated integration between Communication and Programme teams for media and advocacy efforts, collaborating with government and NGOs on international days.
- Ensured adherence to UNICEF branding standards, timely material production, and strategic distribution.
- Oversaw the campaign targeting maternal mortality in Africa, handling its implementation, monitoring, and results dissemination.
- Key Achievements:
- Orchestrated and managed high-impact media events aligned with UNICEF Uganda's advocacy on pivotal UN occasions.
- Played a crucial role in the creation and refinement of influential media materials, enhancing UNICEF's messaging.
- Spearheaded the production and refinement of essential UNICEF Uganda publications, bolstering knowledge sharing.
- Pioneered the harmonization of two critical teams, ensuring a unified approach in media and advocacy initiatives.
- Upheld and enforced UNICEF's stringent branding guidelines across all communication materials.
- Led and monitored a significant campaign addressing maternal mortality in Africa, ensuring its efficacy and wide-reaching influence.
National Programme Officer
UNITED NATIONS POPULATION
01.2010 - 07.2011
- Advocacy, Partnerships and Networking, Responsibilities -
- Participated as he In-charge of UNFPA dissemination of Information, Education and Communication materials during advocacy events at national and at community outreach drives at district level where emergency and development interventions are implemented
- Coordinator of brand identity for External Communication
- Provided technical and operational support to the Reproductive Health, Gender, Population and Development Programmes for districts with emergencies and development set ups
- Disseminated best practices through Innovation, Knowledge Management and Capacity Building
- This was done through production and orientation of how to optimize on Social & Behaviour Change assets (audio + video) with global and national partners and stakeholders to build capacity of practitioners and disseminate these products to key audiences including donors and partners
- Key Achievements:
- Advocated for the Family Planning outreach that catered to creating access and update of reproductive health services by 600 women and men in Katakwi District to mark the World Population Day in 2010
- Coordinated the planning and management of budget process for Population Secretariat and 10 sub contractees in charge of implementing Information, Education and Communication initiatives in 11 focus districts
- Participated in the field monitoring of projects and compliance with organizational guidelines, rules and regulations to ensure 95 percent effective utilization of results for Family Planning, Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health and Gender programmes.
National Programme Officer
UNITED NATIONS
12.2006 - 01.2010
- Responsibilities -
- Coordinated the effective implementation and monitoring of the Social Behaviour Change components of the Reproductive Health, Gender, Population and Development programmes in districts with humanitarian and development settings
- Management of humanitarian and development Information, Education and Communication interventions meant on improving knowledge management with PCA Partners through capacity building and increasing on dissemination exercises using innovative platforms and strengthening capacities to deliver results for children, women and the elderly
- Key Achievements:
- Facilitated the training of Media Houses on how to showcase results and highlight UNFPAs’ mandate to promote positive Social & Behaviour Change among communities dealing with humanitarian and development crisis
- Disseminated human stories of positive change achieved through 40 multimedia networks in Uganda, East Africa and the global networks of the G4 countries
- Reviewed, monitored and evaluated Advocacy, Social & Behaviour Change Communication activities
- Increase from 60 percent to 80 percent in knowledge acquisition of positive practices while increase in 40 percent to 60 percent in accessing services from health facilities and schools
- Planned and advocated for the implementation of Family Planning outreach
- Successful update of 600 women and men in Katakwi District to mark the World Population Day.
Information and Media Officer
OXFAM GB
07.2006 - 12.2006
- Manager of Media Relations with networks in print, television and radio.
Information and Communications Specialist, Coordinator
SAVE THE CHILDREN
12.2004 - 03.2006
- Of Information dissemination, Public Relations, capacity building of staff on Information, Education, Communication and Media Networking
- Manager of Media Relations and Networking, on children’s issues and coordinating with national and foreign media for stories and information
- Editor, layout and design producer of all Save the Children in Uganda Information, Education and Communication publications
- Coordinator of film production for Save the Children in Uganda documentaries on country programme
- Key Achievements:
- Coordinated the successful promotion of four campaigns on enrollment, retainment and completion of primary and secondary schools in northern Uganda
- This resulted in a 70 percent increment in uptake of education enrollment owing to a steady 30 percent increase in donor funding over a 12 month implementation period
- Achieved due to a well-articulated production and dissemination of a child advocacy package to the G8 donor countries and country offices in East Southern Africa Regional Office and West Central Africa Regional Offices and liaison offices in United States, Switzerland
- Increase allocation in material and child health as a result of showcasing achievements during the launch of the Campaign Accelerated Reduction on Maternal Adolescent.
Communications Manager
BRITISH COUNCIL
07.2003 - 12.2004
- In-charge, of Internal and External Communications, Information dissemination, Website Management, Public -Media Relations and Marketing
- Lead coordinator of conducting capacity building workshops on Education, governance programmes held by British Council in Uganda
- Key Achievement:
- Implemented a leadership campaign through multimedia platforms on TV, Radio and Social Media
- The result was an 80% increase in membership for the Leadership programme and creation of an active private sector network that promoted British culture and education to young Ugandans seeking graduate studies and employment.
Education
POST GRADUATE MASTER’S DEGREE - Media and Communications: Multimedia
Birmingham City University
09.2001 - 05.2002
POST-GRADUATE DIPLOMA - Journalism and Media Management
Uganda Management Institute
09.2000 - 05.2001
Skills
Vendor management
undefinedAccomplishments
- Adolescent Development & Participation
- Life Skills and the UPSHIFT Learning Series
- UNICEF Global
- Online
- September to December 2020
Work Availability
monday
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morning
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Timeline
Social Behaviour Change Specialist
UNITED NATIONS CHILDRENS FUND
10.2017 - Current
Communication for Development Officer
UNITED NATIONS CHILDRENS FUND
08.2013 - 10.2017
Communications Officer; External Relations
UNITED NATIONS CHILDRENS FUND UNICEF
08.2011 - 07.2013
National Programme Officer
UNITED NATIONS POPULATION
01.2010 - 07.2011
National Programme Officer
UNITED NATIONS
12.2006 - 01.2010
Information and Media Officer
OXFAM GB
07.2006 - 12.2006
Information and Communications Specialist, Coordinator
SAVE THE CHILDREN
12.2004 - 03.2006
Communications Manager
BRITISH COUNCIL
07.2003 - 12.2004
POST GRADUATE MASTER’S DEGREE - Media and Communications: Multimedia
Birmingham City University
09.2001 - 05.2002
POST-GRADUATE DIPLOMA - Journalism and Media Management
Uganda Management Institute
09.2000 - 05.2001
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