Graphic Design & Social Media Expert

The National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE), re-established by proclamation No. 1133/2011, is the constitutionally mandated body to conduct elections, organize referendum and regulate political parties in Ethiopia. NEBE is working to boost its institutional strength with a special focus on enhancement of human resource capacity. Accordingly, NEBE would like to invite applicants for Graphic Design & Social Media Expertposition who meet the following requirements.

Job Summary

Graphic Design & Social Media Expert is responsible for safeguarding brand consistency and social media engagement across various mediums and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain the brand Guideline and social media strategies of NEBE.

Duties and responsibilities

• Develop and execute social media strategies to increase the organization's online presence and engagement.
• Conceptualize and create visually compelling designs for print and digital materials, adhering to brand guidelines and design principles.
• Post Social media products on the NEBEs social media platform
• Develop creative concepts and visual styles for various projects, ensuring a consistent and cohesive visual identity.
• Design & Monitor contents for various social media platforms
• Create compelling multimedia content, including videos, graphics, and articles, tailored for both media and social media platforms.
• Edit and proofread content to maintain high-quality standards and brand consistency.
• Plan and execute digital campaigns to promote organizational initiatives, events, and key messages.
• Monitor and analyse campaign performance, adjusting strategies to maximize impact and engagement.
• Create multimedia elements such as animations, videos, and interactive graphics to enhance user engagement and convey complex information effectively.
• Ensure brand consistency across all designs, maintaining a unified visual identity and messaging across print and digital materials.
• Engage with stakeholders through social media, responding to comments, messages, and inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Organize online events, webinars, and social media chats to enhance stakeholder interaction.
• Analyse social media metrics and user engagement data to assess the effectiveness of social media initiatives.
• Coordinate with design and content teams to create visually appealing and impactful multimedia assets.
• Consult with internal clients and stakeholders to understand design requirements, objectives, and target audience.
• Conduct quality checks on designs, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Any other duty assigned by the NEBE communications manager.

Required number:One

Reports to:Head, Communication Department

• MA degree or BA Degree in Journalism, Communication, Computer Science, Information Technology or any other related fields
• 5 years for master's or 7 years for BA

• Proficiency in graphic design software and tools
• Knowledge of typography, colour theory, and layout
• Knowledge on Upholding Organizations Brand
• Knowledge of Social Media Ethics
• Not a member of a political party.

Know-How (Skills) (Technical competencies):

• Artistic and creative abilities
• Social media campaign
• Media Engagement
• Text, Video& Audio editing skills

Behavioral competencies:

• Collaboration
• Being timely
• Flexibility
• Dedication