Communications Advisor (All nationalities) JOB

Location Harar, Ethiopia

Start Date Sep-Nov 2018 (flexible)

Length of Placement 9 Months

Language Requirements English

The Volunteer’s Role

The overall purpose of this placement is to strengthening the communication systems of CARE, Haramaya University, and East Harrarghe Zonal Sectors

-Developing quality communication materials such as organizational web pages, briefs, publications, and reports

-Facilitate the strengthening of the networking and partnership development of CARE East Harrarghe Office, Haramaya University, and Zonal Sector Offices.

As a volunteer, you will:

-Assist in the establishment of an effective organizational communication system

-Strengthen partner capacity in the development of quality communication materials

-Facilitate organizational networking and partnership development

-Support partners in developing quality annual reports and briefings

Essential Academic Qualifications:

• MA degree preferred in Communication/Communication for Development, international relations, Journalism or related field

Essential Professional Background:

• At least 3 years’ experience in communications
• Demonstrated work experience in establishing organizational communication strategies, capacity building for communication system strengthening

Support Package

• Modest monthly living allowance (varies depending country)
• Accommodation while in placement
• Return airfare and visa/work permit costs
• Cost of required vaccinations, antimalarial medication and health insurance
• Pre-departure training and in-country orientation
• Travel and accommodation for reintegration debriefing weekend
• Access to Employee Assistance Program while in placement and upon return
• Cuso International assessment day (Candidates must cover the first $200 of the most cost-effective travel expenses and all accommodation costs).
• Travel and accommodation for the five-day pre-departure training course and for in-country orientation
• Bonus: Additional return flight home or cash in lieu after 12 months of service for volunteers who extend for another 6 months