Location:	This can be a remote position, but preference given to candidates based in the Middle East, with regular travel to client sites expected
Reporting Manager:	MENA Director
Start date:	Jan 2026
Duration:	Rolling basis
Type:	Long Term Framework Consultancy
Remuneration:	$200 per day, depending on level of experience and qualifications
Application Deadline:	25 Dec 2025
Work Permissions:	Should be legally entitled to work in country where based
Other information:	Fluent Arabic and English Required We are identifying 2 individuals for this role

 

In this role, you will manage and / or advise across MAGENTA’s social and behavioural change  portfolio. You’ll play a key part in ensuring quality delivery in strategic communications, community engagement or social change programming.

MAGENTA is a leading Social and Behavioural Change (SBC) agency that specialises in understanding human decision-making processes in order to design 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.

RESPONSIBILITIES  

The Consultant will manage or advise on a number of SBC projects in the research and communications field in the MENA region. Tasks will be requested on a needs basis and include:

 

1.      Designing and delivering impactful social and behavioral change and communications strategies, informed by behavioural change theory and frameworks, including for proposals or bids

2.      Representing MAGENTA and effectively building stakeholder relationships to ensure project results, quality and client satisfaction

3.      Monitor programme and develop contextually appropriate and effective solutions to ensure smooth implementation that delivers impact; 

4.      Co-lead the design and development of appropriate and effective evaluation methods to measure the impact of behaviourally informed interventions  

5.      Contribute to strengthening the global body of evidence around SBC by drafting strong reports, case studies and speaking at events; 

6.      Delivering impactful projects that achieve the set objectives within the allocated budget and timeframe; 

 

For each requirement, MAGENTA will issue a specific PO with an agreed upon amount.

 

REQUIREMENTS & COMPETENCIES  

·       Relevant degree from a top tier university required; Masters or PhD preferred 

·       At least 6 years professional experience with at least 3 years of experience in a communications, campaigns or SBC role in the humanitarian development sector;

·       Fluency in with communications and behavioral change frameworks

·       Experience to work effectively, respectfully and successfully with governments, clients, partners and other stakeholders in complex settings; 

·       Knowledge of and experience living in the MENA region required.

·       Excellent written and spoken English and Arabic is mandatory for the role

·       Software familiarity: NVivo, SPSS/Stata/R, Sprockler, KoBo, Tableua and other analytical tools, Microsoft 365

 

INSTRUCTIONS

Apply before 25 Dec 2025. Applicants should submit a two-page CV and letter of motivation, and at least one work sample. 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.