Job vacancies at The Ethiopian Media Women Association (EMWA)
The Ethiopian Media Women Association (EMWA) is a non-governmental, non-partisan, and non-profit organization established in 1999. EMWA is dedicated to promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment within the media sector and beyond. The association works to amplify the voices of women and girls, advocate for their rights, and increase their representation and participation in media content, production, and leadership.
EMWA engages in a range of activities including capacity building for women media professionals, gender-sensitive journalism training, advocacy against gender-based violence (GBV), and promoting ethical and inclusive media practices. The organization also implements media campaigns and community outreach programs aimed at challenging harmful gender norms and advancing the role of women in society.
Through partnerships with local and international stakeholders, EMWA strives to create a media landscape that is inclusive, equitable, and responsive to the needs and rights of women and girls across Ethiopia.
EMWA is hiring for the following positions:
01. Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | Deadline: September 8, 2026
- Reports to: Executive Directress
- Contract Type: Fixed-term contract
- Number of Positions: 1
- Salary: Based on EMWA’s organizational salary scale
Position Summary
The Monitoring & Evaluation Officer is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing systems to track project performance, measure outcomes, and ensure accountability. The role supports evidence-based decision-making and contributes to organizational learning and continuous improvement across programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop M&E Frameworks: Support EMWA in designing indicators, tools, and methodologies to measure project outputs, outcomes, and impact for existing projects and newly developed project. Follow up and document the results.
- Data Collection & Analysis: Analyze quantitative and qualitative data using appropriate software, coordinate surveys, interviews, and field assessments; ensure data quality and integrity.
- Reporting: Prepare regular progress reports, learning, evaluation summaries, and recommendations for management and stakeholders.
- Capacity Building: Train staff on M&E tools, data management, and reporting standards.
- Learning & Adaptation: Facilitate reflection sessions, document lessons learned, and integrate findings into project planning.
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to donor requirements, organizational policies, and ethical standards in data collection.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Monitoring & Evaluation, Statistics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum 3–5 years of professional experience in M&E, preferably in development, media, or advocacy projects.
- Strong skills in data analysis and reporting.
- Experience with both qualitative and quantitative research methods.
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and report writing skills.
- Knowledge of gender-sensitive and inclusive evaluation approaches is an asset.
Core Competencies
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Commitment to accountability, transparency, and continuous learning.
- Communication
02. Communication Intern
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | Deadline: September 8, 2026
- Duration: four months (September – December 2026)
- Commitment: Full-time (Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM)
- Number of Positions: One intern
- Salary: Based on EMWA’s organizational salary scale
Position Summary
EMWA is pleased to announce its 2026 paid Internship Program for a recent graduate in Journalism, Communication, and related fields. This program offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience, professional mentorship, and exposure to media and gender advocacy work.
What We Offer
- Practical skills in media, communications, and project management
- Exposure to gender and media advocacy initiatives
- Capacity-building training to enhance professional knowledge and skills
- Mentorship from experienced media and development professionals
- Opportunities to participate in media-related workshops, seminars, and panel discussions
- Hands-on experience in writing articles for EMWA’s website and social media platforms
- Opportunities in event coordination and organizational support
- Practical skills in audio and video production for media content
- A certificate and work experience letter upon successful completion
Eligibility
- Recent graduates with BA degree (within the last 2 years) in Journalism, Communication, or related fields
- Strong interest in gender, media, and women’s rights advocacy
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including:
- Creativity and innovative thinking
- Ability to create engaging content
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Eagerness to learn and grow
- Commitment to professionalism, teamwork, and ethical conduct
This opportunity is open to female candidates only
- Communication
03. Project Coordinator
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | Deadline: September 8, 2026
- Reports to: Program Coordinator
- Contract Type: Full-time, Fixed-term
- Duration: 4 Months
- Number of Positions: 1
- Salary: Based on EMWA’s organizational salary scale
Position Summary
The Project Assistant will support the planning, implementation, financial control, monitoring, reporting and promotion of project activities. This role involves both administrative and coordination responsibilities to ensure the smooth execution of project objectives. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and committed to supporting initiatives focused on adolescent mental health and communication.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Design and Implementation Support
- Lead the project designing, planning, implementation and documentation of projects;
- Consult and provide management information to the director and the executive board in project designing, planning, implementation and documentation of projects;
- Facilitate communication with project stakeholders, partners and beneficiaries;
- Guide the project team in donor mapping, assessing potential donors and maintain donor relationship;
- Coordinate the project implementation team;
- Work closely with the project and finance team to ensure project milestones are met on time and within budget;
- Ensure smooth day-to-day operations, monitor compliance with project plans, and provides timely updates to support informed decision-making;
- Maintain project documentation, including activity reports and meeting minutes;
- Provide support in administrative process;
Monitoring, Reporting and Learning
- Ensure the quality and timely collection and compilation of data for project monitoring and evaluation purposes;
- Oversight in documenting key learning and best practices;
- Lead the preparation of periodic progress reports, executive summaries, and documentation of best practices;
- Support the tracking of project timelines and deliverable;
Communication and Visibility
- Promote EMWA’s activities and accomplishments through various media outlets to increase visibility;
- Coordinate with communications staff to ensure project visibility in line with donor/partner branding requirements;
- Assist in promoting project results and lessons;
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including reports, presentations, and promotion materials;
- Maintain harmonious working relationships with staff, stakeholders, and partners;
- Maintain communication with members when appropriate and necessary;
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree in Project Management, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Communications and journalism, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within NGOs or development projects.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English and Amharic.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Preferred:
- Experience working in gender-focused or media-related projects.
- Familiarity with donor-funded project requirements and reporting formats
- Communication
How to Apply
Interested candidates in one of the above positions should submit a cover letter and a detailed CV to: ethiopianmwa@gmail.com
Please use the subject line: “Application – Job Title.”
Application Deadline: Tuesday 08 September 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
