RE-ADVERTISMENT
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
CO-AA-03-2017
The ILO CO-Addis Ababa, is seeking to recruit a highly motivated and qualified candidate for the following position for a period of one year (with possibility of extension).
National Communication Officer (NOA)
“Improved labour migration governance to protect migrant workers and combat irregular migration”
The ILO Country Office for Ethiopia, Djibouti, Somalia, Sudan and South Sudan, and for the Special Representative to the AU and the ECA, based in Addis Ababa, implements its programmes and activities in close partnership with the Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, in particular with its technical line, the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (MOLSA), the employers’ and workers’ organizations. The implementation of its activities and programmes are in support of the Decent Work Country Programme (DWCP), agreed by the tripartite partners. DWCP is fully aligned with the Country’s development goals, articulated in its five-year Growth and Transformation Plan and the United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) of Ethiopia.
The project on “Improved labour migration governance to protect migrant workers and combat irregular migration” funded by the United Kingdom’s Department for International Development (DFID) aims at reducing irregular migration by improving labour migration governance and making regular labour migration more accessible and desirable for potential migrants in Ethiopia. The project’s main intent is to support the Ethiopian Government to fully implement the revised Overseas Employment Proclamation and to empower migrants by increasing access to quality services.
The ILO Country Office, therefore, requires the service of an enthusiastic National Communication officer to manage internal and external communication as well as help in the implementation of the communication aspect of the project and create the necessary visibility for the project.
Description of Duties
The National Communication Officer (NCO) will work across projects and will be responsible for all communication aspects of the projects, including development and implementation of an integrated strategy to communicate the projects’ objectives and achievements with project partners, donor and key stakeholders; coordinate and ensure consistent messaging across various channels of public communication; and contribute to the implementation and monitoring of the projects’ awareness raising campaigns.
Under the overall responsibility of the Addis Ababa Country Office Director, the National Communication Officer will work under the direct supervision of the Chief Technical Advisor of the Project and will undertake the following duties.
- In close consultation with the CTA and relevant project staff, develop and implement an effective communication and advocacy strategy for the labour migration projects run by the ILO Country Office for Ethiopia, Djibouti, Somalia, Sudan and South Sudan, and for the Special Representative to the AU and the ECA. .
- Develop a strategy and implement the project’s social media strategy, including development of content (in English and Amharic); curating of related content; and actively expand the network of followers;
- Provide support on media engagement, including organization of press conferences, liaising with media and handling of requests for interviews, drafting of press releases and statements.
- Oversee the regular update of content on the labour migration web portal of the Country Office.
- Develop and expand ideas regarding visibility efforts, including compilation of a photo library, audio-visual content, drafting information materials such as fact sheets, project flyers, brochures, feature articles, and other relevant material.
- Guide the production of publications, print and online, and audio-visual product.
- Provide communication support with regards to the organization of project events, and the launch and promotion of publications/researches.
- Assist with organization of advocacy events, such as relevant ILO and UN/International Days.
- Liaise with the CO and Regional communication team for guidance on the communications strategy and advice for specific new campaigns or event.
- Provide support to the project CTAs in awareness-raising activities, specifically for potential migrant workers and other stakeholders.
- Analyse campaigns and translate qualitative data into recommendations and plans for revising the communication strategy.
- Regularly monitor media output on ILO activities on migration in Ethiopia and the IGAD region.
- Other tasks as requested by the responsible chief.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education – First level University Degree in Communications, ICT, Journalism or Public Relations. Completed Master’s Degree will be considered as an advantage.
Experience – At least two years of professional experience in communications; must be proficient in using new technologies for visual content, web-based platforms and social media networks and advertising; and familiar with ILO’s core issues and/or regional/international development/relations.
Languages – Excellent command of English and good knowledge of Amharic.
Required competencies –
- Great ability to plan and implement digital media and branding strategies
- Excellent knowledge of print, audio-visual and online processes
- In-depth awareness and understanding of Social Media platforms, their respective participants (Facebook, Twitter, Google+, LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, Pinterest etc.) and how each platform can be deployed in different scenarios
- Excellent written and oral communications and drafting and editing skills in English
- Communicates sensitively, effectively and creatively across different constituencies
- Focus on impact and results
DUTY STATION AND REMUNERATION
The position will be based in Addis-Ababa (ECA). The ILO offers a competitive remuneration package in accordance with the United Nations common system of salaries, allowances and benefits.
How to apply:
Applications and CV of candidates with the required technical qualifications must be submitted to the following address quoting job title and vacancy number. Photocopies of certificates must be enclosed. Applicants meeting the qualifications will be shortlisted and contacted.
Human Resources Unit
Country Office-Addis Ababa
International Labour Office
PO Box 2788
Addis Ababa
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