PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Senior Communications expert is expected to support the Communications Department at the National Electoral Board of Ethiopia on a range of issues including development and execution of an effective communications strategy to support the day to day activities of the board.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the development and execution of an effective communications strategy targeting social media, web content and mainstream media (TV, Radio, Print);
• Assist with drafting communication materials, including talking points, briefs, speechesbackground/position papers, reports, correspondence, press releases and digital content; both in Amharic and English;
• Support resolution of communications inquiries directed to the NEBE;
• Conduct high level research and analysis on assigned topics to support internal and external presentations reports; and policy decisions of NEBE related with communications;
• Highly involve on planning of communications departments works, follow up its execution and reporting;
• Lead the communications department planning and reporting works;
• Ensure coordination between different departments of NEBE on the tasks that involve internal and external communications and media related works;
• Involve in messaging development, drafting, dissemination of communication materials;
• Lead preparation of NEBE communication publications for both internal and external purpose;
• Lead the content development and supervision of NEBE website;
• Undertake ad-hoc tasks assigned by the Communications Department Head

Job Requirement

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Language Studies, International Relations, or related area required
• Master’s Degree in Communications/Media Studies or related field preferred
• Demonstrated professional experience and knowledge in communications, project management required
• Demonstrated knowledge on articulation and official engagement with media preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel is a must
• For BA holders,6 years of professional experience required
• For MA holders,4 years of professional experience required

SKILLS & COMPETENCES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Excellent verbal and written professional Amharic language skills;
• Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines;
• Ability to undertake and complete tasks with limited supervision;
• Excellent reporting and document handling skills;
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with integrity and confidentiality;
• Demonstrated ability to operate well in a collaborative and cooperative environment;
• Ability to show initiative, good judgment, and resourcefulness;
• High knowledge of political and electoral environment in Ethiopia;
• Willingness to adhere to all principles of confidentiality and impartiality (Not being a member of any political party);
• Ability to operate in a changing environment with high coordination skills;
• Fluency in English and Amharic required (written and spoken).