About the role

Plan International Ethiopia is seeking a highly motivated Communications and Advocacy Consultant to lead and support the development and implementation of its communication and advocacy strategy. Reporting to the Head of Influencing and Communications, the consultant will be responsible for supporting the delivery of high-quality communications and advocacy products, building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, and ensuring the effective dissemination of Plan International’s messages to target audiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a communications and advocacy strategy that supports Plan International’s objectives and priorities.

• Create and manage content for various channels, including digital media, social media, press releases, and other materials.

• Develop and manage relationships with key media outlets and partners to raise awareness of Plan International’s programs and campaigns.

• Collaborate with colleagues across the organization to ensure that communication and advocacy activities are aligned with organizational priorities.

• Monitor and report on the impact of communication and advocacy activities.

• Support the development and implementation of global campaigns, including research and analysis, policy briefs, messaging, and communications and advocacy plans.

• Provide strategic advocacy advice and support to Plan International country offices and program areas offices. Plan International’s Values in Practice

  We are open and accountable

  We create a climate of trust inside and outside the organisation by being open, honest and transparent. We hold ourselves and others to account for the decisions we make and for our impact on others, while doing what we say we will do.

  We strive for lasting impact

  We strive to achieve significant and lasting impact on the lives of children and young people, and to secure equality for girls. We challenge ourselves to be bold, courageous, responsive, focused and innovative.

  We work well together

  We succeed by working effectively with others, inside and outside the organisation, including our sponsors and donors. We actively support our colleagues, helping them to achieve their goals.

Type of Role: Communications and Advocacy Specialist  

Reports to: Head of Influencing and Communications

Grade: D1

Closing Date: April 04,2023

Duration: 3 months with possibility of extension

• Maximum a Master’s and minimum a Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, possibly Social Science, Political Science and International Relation or a related field.

• At least 7 years of experience in communications and advocacy, preferably in the non-profit or development sector.

• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills, with a proven track record of developing and delivering high-quality advocacy works and communication products.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective communication and advocacy strategies.

• Strong understanding of social media and digital media trends and best practices.

• Experience in managing relationships with media outlets and partners.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues across an organization.

• Fluent in English, with proficiency in at least one other language preferred.

• Willingness to travel as needed.

How to Apply

The closing date for the application in April 04, 2023. Qualified candidates should submit the application form found with this link CLICK HERE

This position is only open to Ethiopian Nationals, who must be eligible to live and work in Ethiopia.  

More information about Plan International can be found on

 http://plan-international.org  

References will be taken and background and Anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with Plans Child Protection Policy. Plan operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all persons meeting the skills and experience required.

As an international child centered community development organization, Plan International is fully committed to promoting the realization of children's rights including their right to protection from violence and abuse. That means we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we as an organization, do everything we can to keep children safe. We must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.