Communication Officer -Gambella, Ethiopia

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 85 years, and are now active in more than 80 countries.

The Opportunity

Plan International Ethiopia would like to recruit Communication Officer for the Gambella Regions. The post holder is responsible for the implementation of the Gambella Program Area communication strategy with an aim of enhancing the overall achievement of the humanitarian and development programme through internal and external communications and public relations activities that build visibility, image and brand; increase knowledge and awareness of Plan in Ethiopia.

The Individual

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

• B.A. Degree in Communication, Journalism (print/web), English Language and Literature, Public Relations & Information Management or related field from a recognized educational institution.
• 3 years relevant work experience, preferably in international humanitarian and development organizations or media houses.
• Experience in emergency response work is an add value.

 Desirable Knowledge:

• Ability to analyses complex information from different sources and to synthesize this information into coherent and appropriate knowledge and communication products
• Ability to develop creative communication ideas, to identify and develop engaging stories, and to generate inspiring and accessible messages.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritizing to meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of development issues, trends, challenges and opportunities, and implications to community development.

Skills Specific to the Post:

• Computer Proficiency in MS Word, EXCEL, publisher, Adobe In Design, Adobe Photoshop and Access.
• Excellent written and verbal English skills and report writing skills.
• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills. including presentation.
• Excellent level of integrity, flexibility, innovation and team work.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships with colleagues.
• Excellent capacity and experience in news writing, layout, designing and media relations.
• Child centre development and Gender are aware.
• Fluency in English and Amharic languages Knowledge and skill of local languages is a plus.
• High levels of attention to detail and quality

Safeguarding Children and Young People (Safeguarding) and Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI)

• Understands and puts into practice the responsibilities under Safeguarding and GEI policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), ensuring that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.
• Ensures that all staff signed safeguarding policies;
• Implement Plan International’s global policies for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Gender Equality and Inclusion are fully embedded in day to day work.

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Location: Gambella

Type of Role: Contract

Reports to: Project Manager

Grade: C1

Closing Date: November 11,2023

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organizational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights, and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organization, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme, we will request information from the applicant’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Please note that Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.