Senior Communication Officer

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

The National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE), re-established by proclamation No. 1133/2011, is the constitutionally mandated body to conduct elections, organize referendums and regulate political parties in Ethiopia. NEBE is working to boost its’ institutional strength with a special focus on the enhancement of human resource capacity. Accordingly, NEBE would like to invite applicants for the Senior Communication Officer position who meet the following requirements to apply.

• Required number: One
• Reports to: Communications Manager
• Duty station: NEBE Head Quarter, Addis Ababa
• Duration: 12 months with a possibility of extension
• Expected Start Date: Immediately after concluding the contract

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Senior Communications expert is expected to support the Communications Department at the National Electoral Board of Ethiopia on a range of issues including the development and execution of an effective communications strategy to support the day-to-day activities of the board.  

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the development and execution of an effective communications strategy targeting social media, web content, and mainstream media (TV, Radio, Print);
• Assist with drafting communication materials, including talking points, briefs, speeches background/position papers, reports, correspondence, press releases, and digital content; both in Amharic and English;
• Support resolution of communications inquiries directed to the NEBE;
• Conduct high-level research and analysis on assigned topics to support internal and external presentations reports, and policy decisions of NEBE related to communications;
• Highly involved in the planning of communications departments works, follow up its execution and reporting;
• Lead the communications department planning and reporting works;
• Ensure coordination between different departments of NEBE on the tasks that involve internal and external communications and media related works;
• Involve in messaging development, drafting, dissemination of communication materials;
• Lead preparation of NEBE communication publications for both internal and external purposes;
• Lead the content development and supervision of the NEBE website;
• Undertake ad-hoc tasks assigned by the Communications Department Head.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Language Studies, International Relations, or related area required
• Master’s Degree in Communications/Media Studies or related field preferred
• Demonstrated professional experience and knowledge in communications, project management required
• Demonstrated knowledge on articulation and official engagement with media preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel is a must
• For BA holders, 6 years of professional experience required
• For MA holders, 4 years of professional experience is required.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Excellent verbal and written professional Amharic language skills;
• Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines;
• Ability to undertake and complete tasks with limited supervision;
• Excellent reporting and document handling skills;
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with integrity and confidentiality;
• Demonstrated ability to operate well in a collaborative and cooperative environment;
• Ability to show initiative, good judgment, and resourcefulness;
• High knowledge of the political and electoral environment in Ethiopia;
• Willingness to adhere to all principles of confidentiality and impartiality (Not being a member of any political party);
• Ability to operate in a changing environment with high coordination skills;
• Fluency in English and Amharic required (written and spoken).

How to Apply

INTERESTED APPLICANTS ARE INVITED TO SEND NON-RETURNABLE:

Application letter that explains why you fit for the post and updated CV

Three work-related referees

All material sent to Human Resources Department, by email through [email protected]

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further screening.

Those who are interested can only apply via email within 10 days of this announcement.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply!

Note: Use " Senior Communication Officer " as the subject line of your email!