Photographers & Videographers – UNICEF Ethiopia (Consultants)

Location: Remote (Ethiopia) + Field Travel

Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Contract Type: Consultancy (11.5 Months, Multiple Positions)

Eligibility: Ethiopian Nationals Only

Deadline for Application: 31 Jul 2026 E. Africa Standard Time

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About UNICEF

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. Promoting the rights of every child is at the heart of our mission. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a lasting impact in Ethiopia and around the world.

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Role Overview

UNICEF Ethiopia is hiring experienced Photographers and Videographers for short-term and long-term consultancy projects. In this role, you will create high-quality multimedia content capturing UNICEF’s development and emergency field interventions across Ethiopia.

Your visual storytelling will be featured on international platforms, supporting advocacy, awareness-raising, and fundraising campaigns for UNICEF Headquarters, Regional Offices, and global donor networks.

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Key Responsibilities

• Field Photography & Videography: Capture professional high-resolution photos and video footage of UNICEF interventions, community programs, and emergency responses across Ethiopia.

• Content Production: Deliver compelling multimedia packages suitable for global digital platforms, social media, print publications, and broadcasting.

• Advocacy & Fundraising Support: Work closely with communication teams to produce visual assets that raise awareness and mobilize resources for children in need.

• Field Travel: Travel to project sites and remote regions across Ethiopia as required.

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Key Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Diploma in Photography, Videography, Visual Arts, Media Production, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in high-level photography and videography.

• Language Proficiency: Fluency in both written and spoken Amharic and English.

• Technical Skills: Advanced technical mastery of professional camera equipment, video production, lighting, and visual storytelling.

• Desirables:

  • Prior experience working with the United Nations, NGOs, or international organizations.

  • Proven ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and in fast-paced environments.

  • Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.

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Why Join UNICEF?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Use your creative skills to tell stories that directly impact the lives of children in Ethiopia.

• Global Exposure: Work with an internationally recognized brand and showcase your work to global audiences.

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive consultancy rate aligned with UN standards.

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How to Apply

Qualified Ethiopian nationals are invited to submit their application package through the online recruitment portal.

Required Documents:

1. Updated Profile & Curriculum Vitae (CV)

2. Cover Letter

3. Completed Financial Proposal (must use the official UNICEF financial template)

Note: UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct incompatible with the United Nations and does not charge any application or processing fees at any stage of recruitment.