Specialist- Communication

Job Description

The Communications Specialist provides strategic and operational communications support to Habitat for Humanity Ethiopia. The specialist manages day-to-day communications functions, strengthens public and media presence, and produces high-quality content for donor engagement, programs and public audiences. This includes developing stories, digital content and visibility materials, supporting effective internal communication processes, and coordinating proactive media outreach. The Specialist works closely with programs teams, resource development and regional/global communications to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with Habitat for Humanity Ethiopia’s strategic priorities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of Habitat for Humanity Ethiopia’s communication and visibility plans aligned with country priorities and global standards.
• Strengthen public image through strategic PR, media relations, press releases, media briefings, storytelling and proactive pitching.
• Maintain and update a database of journalists and media partners; nurture strong working relationships with key outlets.
• Monitor media coverage, assess reputational risks and recommend appropriate actions.
• Prepare key messages, talking points and media preparation materials for Country Director and spokespersons. Develop messaging and tools for leadership and fundraising teams.
• Identify media opportunities, story angles and moments that can amplify Habitat for Humanity Ethiopia’s visibility.
• Ensure brand and visibility guidelines are applied consistently across all external-facing materials.
• Collaborate with advocacy, fundraising, and partnerships teams to engage donors, government, and the public.
• Ensure that key internal communications messages and products of Habitat for Humanity Ethiopia are skillfully developed and articulated for meeting their objectives.
• Serve as a consistent, creative and timely information source on key areas and issues and their specific program sectors.
• Establish systems and safeguards for the appropriate and effective flows of relevant information both internally and externally.
• Developing, editing, curating, and publishing creative, clearly written material and digital content for key communications platforms in support of Habitat for Humanity’s brand and communications strategies in liaison with content owners.
• Provide communications support in organizing events, project-based workshops and partner dialogues; develop plans, press releases, and social media messages; produce project-based Information Education and Communication (IEC) materials.
• Create compelling, audience-specific content across platforms (e.g., articles, social media, press releases, multimedia).
• Manage and update website and social media channels to enhance engagement and reach.
• Support the design and production of communication assets, ensuring adherence to Habitat for Humanity’s brand and donor visibility guidelines.
• Coordinate photography, videography and field content gathering to document Habitat for Humanity Ethiopia’s work.
• Collaborate with regional and global communications to share content that supports broader visibility goals.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in mass communication, Journalism, public relations, Political science and international relations, English language and Business Administration
• Knowledge of Advocacy would be an added advantage.
• Years of Related Experience: A minimum of four (4) years’ hands-on experience in a similar position.
• Skills in photography and videography
• Skill in web-based messaging and social media

How To Apply

• Interested applicants are invited to send their non–non-returnable application by quoting the position in the subject matter including an updated CV and application letter and contact details of three work-related referees you can submit your application through hfheapplication@habitatethiopia.org

  Female candidates are encouraged to apply.