Knowledge and experience

• Bachelor's Degree in communications, journalism or multimedia.
• Experience in social media and web content management (including working with content management software)
• Experience in writing, proofreading and editing various communication materials  for dissemination on the website and social media platforms, basic knowledge in graphic design
• Experience in taking photos and videos during events and field visits
• Experience in media relations
• Computer literacy: well conversant with working in the Google Cloud and its applications (Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc), including basic skills in working with photo and video editing software.
• Ability to undertake desk research using various (mainly internal) resources
• Ability to work well with diverse teams including partners and donors
• Ability and willingness to travel to project locations in Ethiopia

Competencies

• Thorough and precise working style, with strong attention to detail.
• Dynamic, self-motivated and self-starting personality who can and will take initiative.
• Social skills to work on his/her own within a team.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of child protection issues and advocacy  in Ethiopia

• Strong oral and written communication skills with excellent command of English
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to operate effectively in an environment with multiple stakeholders
• Ability to plan and organise well, setting goals and achieving results in line with the goals set.
• Ability to to manage multiple tasks and respond flexibly to changing priorities.
• Ability to think ‘outside the box for creative communication solutions.
• Fast learner with ability to follow instructions and organizational related policies