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Plot#50A Sub Division 199
Buckley Makeni,
Lusaka,
Zambia.
Mobile phone +260 97 7 808138 /+260 969 808 138
Email:sichone.steve@gmail.com
Skype: steve.sichone60.
Sex: Male
WORK EXPERIENCE
Currently working for Zambia Community HIV Prevention (Z-CHPP) Project
funded by PEPFAR/USAID
Position: Social and Behavior Change Communication Specialist
Responsibilities
 The SBCC Specialist will have overall responsibility and lead the SBCC component
of the project; to include the design, development and implementation of the
SBCC approach. This will include
 SBCC messaging to promote the uptake of health interventions, particularly HIV
prevention, care and treatment, among priority populations (including young
women, discordant couples, PLHIV and other high risk groups). It will also
 Strengthening the capacity of Z-CHPP local sub-partners to implement
interpersonal communications and community mobilization activities such as the
community dialogues, participatory theatre education.
 Is Plan focal person for the project, having management and programmatic
oversight, and the primary liaison between the project, Plan/Zambia and
Plan/USA (US National Office).
Typical Responsibilities - Key End Results of Position:
1. Design the SBCC Approach of the ZCHPP
a. Understand the Zambia Community HIV Prevention and Project (Z-
CHPP) and the findings of the project’s formative research for BCC,
be familiar with the MOH’s Community BCC Framework and the
Country Strategic Plan (CSP) for Plan International Zambia
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b. Develop the Z-CHPP SBCC strategy for reaching priority population
c. Develop/adapt tailored SBCC materials
d. Develop/design health promotion strategies that support evidence-
based messaging and community-based behavioral change
interventions
e. Provide technical assistance to ZCHPP local sub partners to
enhance and scale up community-led outreach activities
f. Ensure Plan’s Child Centered Community Development and child
protection principles are fulfilled during project implementation,
monitoring and evaluation, and reporting.
2. Networking and Resource Development
a. Ensure that SBCC approach is integrated into all areas of the project
including implementation.
b. Contribute to the project’s documentation on success stories, best
practices, etc.
c. Keep track of the developments and continued review of Z-CHPP and
national policies in the area of on SBCC
d. Participate in networks, workshops, conferences and meetings at both local
and international forums
3. Establish and implement standards of accountability, effectiveness and
efficiency for Z-CHPP
a. Ensure the SBCC component design, implementation, monitoring,
evaluation, and reporting are aligned to Z-CHPP’s Project objectives and
expected results.
b. Contribute to the development of SBCC indicators and oversee the inclusion
of gender-disaggregated data in the project’s M&E framework
c. Ensure that Budgets are spent and project implementation is according to
respective funding requirements and work-plans
d. Support project evaluations and ensures that reporting of project activities
are done in a proper and timely manner
e. Develop/contribute to project documentation and reporting
requirements such as work plans, quarterly report, success stories,
etc.
4. Coordinate capacity building at all levels for effective and efficient
delivery of the SBCC Strategy
a. Build the capacity of local partners to implement/roll out evidence-
based SBCC activities and reach target audiences
b. Support and train community led SBCC interventions such as
community dialogues, community theater groups, change agents
and school health clubs

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5. Child Protection and Risk Management
Raise children’s right /protection awareness within Plan and amongst partners and
community members
Senior Advisor-HIV/AIDS Internal and External Mainstreaming
Germany International Technical Assistance to Zambia.
April 2015-April 2016
Responsibilities.
 Technical Coordination of develeoping,implementing,impact monitoring and
evaluation of the GIZ HIV and Wellness Workplace Policy and Workplace
programme(International Mainstreaming)
 Supporting the GIZ Country Director and Programme Managers through the
provision of HIV related technical expertise for HIV mainstreaming process in the
programmes (external mainstreaming).
 Providing technical coordination, professional advise and capacity development
To GIZ’s mainstreaming Focal persons.
 Coordinating the planning, implementation and evaluation meetings for internal
and external mainstreaming with the GIZ HIV Focal persons
 Strategic networking with stakeholders from public and private sectors relevant
to HIV mainstreaming and related wellness issues.
 Designing, preparing and conducting workshops, seminars and other events
related to HIV mainstreaming.
 Compiling relevant information and reports for joint activities and assignments.
Behavioral Change Communications Manager
Danya International/Profit plus Project
Chipata Office, Eastern Province
Zambia.
March 2014 –March 2015.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership
 Provided strategic leadership and vision for Profit +’s Behavior Change
Communication interventions.
 Represented Profit plus project before stakeholders and oversee the
implementation of communications activities throughout Eastern, Central and
Lusaka Provinces, Zambia.
 Established and maintain a productive relationship with key stakeholders,
including government officials, NGOs, and community groups for smooth
implementation.

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Management
 Worked collaboratively with Profit + project staff and Danya regional staff in
Kenya to ensure proper financial projections, reporting, spending, and
compliance with project terms and conditions.
 Ensured all BCC deliverables are met on time and of high quality.
 Promoted and support the dissemination of best practices among the project
teams.
 Contributed to timely, accurate, and appropriate reporting of program activities
and results to the donor, including progress reports and annual reports.
June 2013-Feb 2014
Behavioral Change Communication Technical Specialist/ TeamLeader.
Scaling Up Family Planning in Zambia (DFID UK AID) Abt Associates
 Provided technical and strategic direction in the area of Health Education and
Behavior Change Communication for Sexual Reproductive Health and Family
Planning programs.
 Designed and develop Behavior Change Communication interventions to scale Up
Family Planning in Zambia.
 Created advocacy platforms to facilitate learning and sharing of information
among key stakeholders and the media.
 Contributed towards the development of all health communication tools and
Social marketing strategies
 Represented SUFP on technical working groups on Reproductive Health and
Family Planning.
 Be part of the technical team to develop strategies that will enhance the Scaling
Up of Family Planning services in Zambia.
 Developed monitoring mechanisms for the all behavioral interventions in family
planning and Reproductive Health programs.
 Developed advocacy programs to enhance community level ownerships of
programs and interventions.
 Provided technical support to district staff in behavior change communication
May 2010- May 30, 2013
National HIV/AIDS/STI/TB COUNCIL
Position: National- Prevention/Behavioral Change Communication Specialist
Responsibilities:
 Developed policies and strategies for evidence based interventions to guide
stakeholders including government institutions in the area of HIV/AIDS
prevention and behavior change communication strategies.

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 Provided strategic leadership and vision for Behavior Change Communication in
national programming.
 Developed advocacy strategies for enhanced HIV prevention, Treatment Care
and Support.
 Developed tools and guidelines to ensure implementation partners follow the
National AIDS Council approved strategies and messages.
 Ensured that there is close working relationship with partner organizations and
that work is complementary and harmonized.
 Coordinated the National HIV/AIDS Prevention Technical Theme Group.
 Provided Technical support to implementing agencies in HIV/AIDS in Zambia.
 Undertook capacity building exercises including training in Advocacy and
behavior Change Communication.
 Provided technical support in enhanced HIV prevention
December 2008-to April 2010 -Family Health International (working in partnership with
The National AIDS Council, Tropical Diseases Research Center, UNAIDS, UNICEF, UNDP,
USAID and IOM.)
Position: Gender and Multiple Concurrent Sexual Partnership (MCSP) Study -
Research Study Manager.
Responsibilities
 Coordinated, manage, and monitor research activities supported by FHI and
partners for the Gender and MCSP Study.
 Provided leadership in the implementation of data collection activities for the
Gender and Multiple and concurrent Partnership in Zambia.
 Lead in Community engagement activities and data collection on Gender and
MCSP Study.
 Provided technical guidance to research staff and study partners to ensure all
work plan targets are met.
 Oversawand monitor the implementation of work plans and ensure quality
control of data collection and management.
 Participated in capacity building for the research staff, including on the job
training staff and mentoring.
 Worked with the Principle Investigator to provide accurate financial tracking
data.
 Conducted a learning needs and resources assessment of local needs among
Neighborhood Health Committees.
 Built positive relationships with local public health authorities and other
organizations.
 Developed outreach activities that promote understanding of research and
program activities.
 Identified, engage, train and oversee Neighborhood Health Community members
and other potential community collaborators in HIV/AIDS research activities.
 Developed and disseminate culturally and linguistically appropriate community
education materials.
 Provided regular updates to study partners on the Gender and MCSP Study.

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 Kept Study partners and FHI-North Carolina USA project staff appraised with
study activities.
September 2006-Nov 2008
Health Communication Partnership Zambia/John Hopkins University Center for
Communication Programs..
Position: National Behavior Change and Health Communication Program
Officer
Responsibilities
 Developed and harmonize all health behavior change communication materials in
key health areas, HIV/AIDS, Malaria and Child Health, areas of prevention in
support to the government of the Republic of Zambia.
 Designed and develop all health communication materials within the mandate of
Health Communication Partnership Zambia (HCP).
 Contributed towards the development of all health communication tools and
strategies.
 Be a link between HCP and all media institutions to enhance dissemination of all
health communication materials and messages.
 Oversawthe activities in child health and provide technical support to the
government of Zambia and 22 HCP districts in the nine provinces in Behavior
Change Communication related activities.
 Represented HCP on Male circumcision programs activities.
 Provided technical and programmatic support to provincial and district staff
throughout Zambia on all health matters in relation to Behavior Change
Communication.
 Gender focal person (Africa transformation Behavior Change Communication
module )
 Developed training materials and capacity building in gender and Health for all
HCP districts countrywide.
 Developed program and financial reports for all the activities
 Represented HCP at all partner and government meetings on Behavior Change
Communication related activities.
2005-2006: Zambia White Ribbon Alliance for Safe Motherhood (Health
Systems Support Project) (HSSP/USAID) Country Manager
Responsibilities
 Oversawthe operations of the Zambia White Ribbon Alliance for Safe Motherhood
national secretariat;
 Coordinated and supervised all Alliance projects countrywide;
 Prepared strategic and annual plans for the Alliance;
 Disseminated information on Safe motherhood to all members of the Alliance;
 Oversawspecific funded activities or programs of the Alliance;

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 Raised awareness of the White Ribbon Alliance activities to both private and public
institutions.
 Carried out resource mobilization and advocacy for the Alliance through networking
and building partnerships
 Prepared quarterly and annual reports for the Alliance; and
 Performed any other duties assigned by the board.
2004-2005: Zambia Counseling Council/ International HIV/AIDS Alliance
Project Officer
Responsibilities
 Coordinated and supervised the implementation of training in counseling testing
and care programs country wide.
 Monitored and evaluated counselor training activities regularly.
 Developed project proposals for the council
 Liaised with other partner training institutions and collaborating agencies in the
development of counseling service program activities;
 Collected data on access of VCT/CTC countrywide;
 Developed and processed quarterly and annual reports on the implementation of
programs;
 Participated in strategic planning and management of program activities
 Facilitated counselor training and behavior change communication activities.
 Researched and assessed counseling needs in the country.
 Performed any other duties assigned by the Board of Directors.
1997-2004: Teacher Kabulonga School for Boys and Libala High School
Education, professional qualifications and development
2015 Leeds Metropolitan University
Post graduate in Health Promotion Certificate
University of Zambia
1998-2003- Bachelor of Arts Degree
1995-1996- Diploma in Education
Competencies:
 All Microsoft office software
 Valid and clean driving license
 Negotiating and fund raising skills
 Facilitation and training skills
 Team building skills
 Advocacy skills and Social marketing strategies

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 Research skills
 Fundraising skills
Short courses attended
November 2008, Ndola, Zambia
Certificate in Research Ethics and Curriculum Development for Community
Representatives. FHI USA.
4-15 June 2007, Kampala, Uganda
Certificate in basics of strategic Communication and HIV/AIDS by AfriComNet and
Makerere University, Uganda.
27-29 June, 2006 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Youth Development in Africa—a capacity building workshop organized by the
United Nations
November 2004 Lusaka & Kabwe, Zambia
 Attended a Training of Trainers in HIV counseling course ( Zambia Counseling
Council)
 Facilitated a Training of Trainers for HIV counselors in Central province
5 -9 November 2002-Accra, Ghana.
Attended a short course on non-governmental organization and sustainability organized
by Commercial Market Strategies of the USA in association with Deloitte and Touché
which included:
 Institutional development
 Facilitation
 Organizational management
 Resource mobilization
 Proposal writing
 Business planning
 Social marketing
9 -21 September 2001- South Africa
Completed a Training of Trainers in the following modules
 Globalization and impact on Africa
 Envisioning and creating missions
 Facilitation skills

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 Project planning, management, and evaluation
 Understanding human behavior
28 November-2 December 1999-Lusaka
Certificate of completion in Reproductive Health for Young Adults (Family Health
International)
OTHER RELEVANT RESPONSIBILITIES/EXPERIENCES
 Member of the Global Community of Practice-professionals working in the area of
community engagement for better health (PATH).
 Former Member of the Reproductive Health Technical Working Group 2012-2013
 Former Chair of the National IEC/BCC subcommittee on Family planning and
Reproductive Health.
 Led the National HIV Prevention Campaigns such as the Safe Love Campaign
supported by USAID 2012-13
 Led the Brothers for Life Campaign- Supported by UNICEF /National AIDS Council
www.unicefzambia.com
 National Trainer in health Promotion and social mobilization for community health-
(Ministry Of Health)
 Former member of the National Communication and Social Mobilization for Child
Health Committee 2006-2009
 Former member of the national Technical Working Group for Maternal New Born
and Child Health in Zambia 2006-2009
 Former member of the national technical working group on male Circumcision in
Zambia. 2006-2009
 Contributed to the development of the maternal new born and child health
communication strategy. 2006-2009
 Contributed towards the development of several health communication materials
print, and electronic among them, All Child Health week radio and television spots,
posters and others, Men’s health Kit, Living and loving (LILO) Your Health Matters
ZNBC TV series, HIV/AIDS Counseling Handbook (Zambia Counseling Council),”Our
Family Our Choice Video”HCP/ MOH an HIV/AIDS video providing information on
HIV prevention in couples.
 Presented at the NAC HIV Conference on Multiple Concurrent Sexual Partnerships
and Behavior Change Communication in 2009.
 Made a presentation at the Community Radio stations presenter’s workshop-
Behavior Change for Communication for Community Radio stations.
 Former member of the national Technical Working Group for In-service Training
Coordinating System for Ministry of Health
 Past member of the national Technical Working Group on VCT, Community Home-
based Care for the National AIDS Council of Zambia representing the Zambia
Counseling Council.

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 2004-2010 Country Representative- International Camp Counselor
Program(Cultural and Educational Exchange Program between the YMCA Zambia
and the YMCA of the USA)
 2006-2010 Immediate Past President for Youth of all YMCAs in Africa
 Past member of the YMCA youth parliament committee on advocacy for
reproductive health rights for women and youth
 Member of the big four consortium on HIV and AIDS (YMCA, YWCA Guides of
Zambia, Boy Scouts and Red Cross) representing the YMCA of Zambia.
INTERESTS
 Sports and reading particularly on current affairs.
REFEREES
Mr. Patrick Slavin MSc
Chief Communications
United Nations Children’s Fund
UN House, Alick Nkata Road, Long acres
PO Box 3310, Lusaka, Zambia
Tel:+260 211 252055.254256
Email: pslavin@unicef.org
Dr Christopher Mazimba
Country Director
Scaling Up Family Planning Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia.
Email : christopher_mazimba@sufpzambia.org
Phone : +260 977775281
Dr Harold Witola
Director of Programmes
National HIV/AIDS/STI/TBCouncil of Zambia.
315 Independence Avenue PO BOX 38718
Lusaka, Zambia
Mobile: +260977351827
Email: hwitola@nacsec.org.zm or haroldwitola@gmail.com