Job Description

Short Description of the company

Shayashone (SYS) is an organization that specializes in agriculture and agri-business services; recently it has expanded its portfolio to the educational sector. Our organization has managed hundreds of successful projects over the last 10 years. It has trained over 7000 agriculture extension workers and organized agriculture technology demonstrations in over 10,000 villages across Ethiopia.  For more information about Shayashone please visit www.shayashone.com  

Job Summary

SYS| Shayashone is currently seeking highly qualified applicants for a Business Communicaion Officer position which of the job descriptions and competency requirements are listed below.  

Duties and Responsibilities

Communicate different project statuses

• Developing high-standard quarterly project newsletters and monthly project updates

• Preparing and sharing weekly project updates with stakeholders

• Updating social media groups (Whatsapp, Facebook) on the status of the different project activities

Company Branding and Promotion

• Develop content and maintain the company website updated

• Prepare company promotional material, including brochures, videos, etc

• Develop and implement strategies to increase and improve public outreach

• Promoting the company by attending events/meetings

• Perform other duties related to branding and promotion of the company as required

Facilitating Business Meetings/Workshops/Training

• Take event notes and prepare reports

• Prepare a list of event attendees with the company teams

• Prepare invitation letters and delivering to invitees via email, phone calls, and in-person

• Facilitate with event logistics and other related arrangements

• Track and record attendees' information

Other: Medical and Life Insurance with a limit

Data Analytics

• Collecting relevant data from appropriate sources both in persona and online.

• Disseminating research questioners and other similar required information to a targeted group of people

• Creating a database for recurring information required by the company for strategic decision making

• Develop content for marketing and promotion of the company

• Undertaking data analysis to aid company business decisions and research activities

Benefit and Compensation

Other: Medical and Life Insurance with a limit

Duty station: Addis Ababa with frequent travel within Ethiopia

Type of employment: Permanent

Reports to: General Manager

Job Requirements

Education, Work experience, and Language

• BA or Masters in Business and Economics, Social Science and related studies

• At least 4 years for a BA degree and 2 years for master- experience in business communication, digital marketing, and public relations

• Proficiency in spoken and written English.  

Leadership and Management Competencies

• Excellent communication and writing skills in English

• Outstanding diplomatic, influence, and persuasion skills to sell products and services.

• Mastery in demonstrating personal effectiveness.

• Outstanding skills in planning, organizing, and reporting.

• Strong analytical and critical reasoning and problem-solving skills.

• Champions in fostering partnership and stakeholder relationships.

• Ability to perform under stress with minimal supervision and able to handle multiple tasks at a time in a calm and organized manner. 

• Hands-on and proactive approach.

Technical Competencies

• Proven track record in project communication.

• Proficient English writing and speaking skills

• Designing skills by using appropriate software

• Experience/basic skill in website updating  

Preferred Age Range: 25-30 years

How to Apply

Interested applicants can send their completed resume and application letter by e-mail to recruitment@shayashone.com

Applicants are expected to clearly indicate the position they are applying for. We strongly encourage qualified women to apply.