Senior Communication Expert

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 referendum and regulate political parties in Ethiopia. NEBE is working to boost its’ institutional strength with a special focus on enhancement of human resource capacity. Accordingly, NEBE would like to invite applicants for Senior Communication Expert position who meets the following requirements.

Required number:         One

Reports to:                     Head, Communications Department

Duty station:                  NEBE Head Quarter, Addis Ababa

Duration:                       Permanent

Salary:                            As per the organization salary scale

Job Summary

The Senior Communication Expert plays a crucial role in implementing NEBE’s communication strategies to enhance the organization’s public image, stakeholder engagement, and overall visibility. This role is essential in ensuring consistent messaging, developing creative content, and fostering strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

Duties and responsibilities:

Content Development & Dissemination

• Create and distribute reliable, clear, and accessible content to enhance information satisfaction across various channels.
• Generate compelling materials, including press releases, articles, social media posts, and multimedia content, ensuring alignment with organizational messaging and branding guidelines.
• Draft press releases, news reports, and other media content for posting on NEBE’s website and social media platforms.
• Edit and proofread communication materials to uphold high-quality standards and consistency.

Research & Strategic Recommendations

• Conduct research and analyze communication trends to identify innovative strategies for public engagement.
• Provide recommendations for improving communication strategies based on trend analysis and feedback.

Public Engagement & Brand Management

• Promote, protect, and enhance NEBE’s brand reputation.
• Increase the visibility of NEBE’s programs and priorities by engaging various audiences, including thought leaders, policymakers, stakeholders, and donors.
• Develop and implement comprehensive media strategies, including rebranding initiatives and campaigns to increase visibility and engagement.

Media Relations & Visibility

• Prepare press materials, coordinate interviews, and facilitate media outreach to enhance the organization’s public presence.
• Develop and execute media campaigns to boost visibility and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensure consistent messaging across all media and communications channels.

Internal & External Communications

• Collaborate with the leadership team and staff to identify internal and external communication opportunities, recommending and executing strategies to support them.
• Foster transparent internal communication to ensure alignment of goals and objectives among teams and departments.
• Organize internal training sessions to enhance communication skills and raise awareness within the organization.

Event Management

• Plan and coordinate events, webinars, and workshops aimed at fostering meaningful relationships and enhancing stakeholder communication.

Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze communication metrics and feedback to assess the effectiveness of communication strategies and campaigns.
• Prepare detailed reports on communication activities, offering recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Track the impact of media campaigns and other communication efforts.

Additional Responsibilities

Perform any other duties assigned by the NEBE Communications Manager

• MA degree or BA Degree in Journalism, Communication, Political Science Law or any other related fields
• 8 years for BA holders and 7 years for MA holders from which 4 years in leadership position.

Knowledge and Skill

• Knowledge on crisis management
• Knowledge of Media ethics
• Knowledge of Amharic and English is required.
• Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in digital communication tools
• Persuasion skill
• Initiatives
• Credibility&
• Teamwork,/Inclusiveness and collaboration