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Job Title: Technical Advisor I – Communications
Department: JEOP Program Quality
Band: 9
Reports To: Deputy Chief of Party – Program Quality
Country/Location: Ethiopia/Addis Ababa
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About CRS
Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance and peacebuilding. CRS is leading the Joint Emergency Operation Program (JEOP), which is an emergency food assistance program targeting transitory food insecure households. JEOP provides emergency food assistance to disaster affected populations enabling participants to have physical, social, and economic access to sufficient, safe, nutritious food to meet their dietary needs. The JEOP consortium includes CARE Ethiopia, FH Ethiopia (FHE), ORDA Ethiopia, Relief Society of Tigray (REST), GOAL, World Vision (WV), Hararghe Catholic Secretariat (HCS) and Meki Catholic Secretariat (MCS). Technical partners include John Hopkins University (JHU) and Project Balance (PB).
Job Summary
The Communications Technical Advisor for the JEOP consortium is responsible for providing technical leadership of all consortium communication. S/he will developg and execute an effective and comprehensive communications strategy to raise the program’s profile with target audiences, including donors, partners, and community members. S(he) will work closely with JEOP Senior Communications Officer, JEOP Senior Management Team and Country Program Communications Manager to ensure strategic alignment of communications, consistent messaging and a strong brand identity. The Communications Technical Advisor creates captivating content and uses effective communications channels to help position articulate the impact of the program and capture program learnings. Your technical leadership skills and knowledge will ensure that the JEOP delivers high-quality programming and continuously works towards improving its impact.
Roles and Key Responsibilities
Basic Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Agency REDI Competencies (for all CRS Staff):
Agency competencies clarify expected behaviors and attitudes for all staff. When demonstrated, they create an engaging workplace, help staff achieve their best, and help CRS achieve agency goals. These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
Agency Leadership Competencies:
Key Working Relationships:
Supervisory: Senior Communications Officer.
Internal: JEOP Chief of Party and Deputy Chief of Parties (Program Quality, MEAL, Operations and Compliance). CRS JEOP Managers and Technical Leads, CRS Mekelle and Kombolcha PDP Managers. CRS Ethiopia Country Program Communications Manager.
External: JEOP Implementing partners, USAID/BHA, UN agencies, food cluster, nutrition cluster, EDRMC, representatives of other INGOs.
What we offer
CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, generous retirement savings plan and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture that is committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.
***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position
How to Apply:
If you are ready to take on this rewarding opportunity and make a difference in the lives of others, you may fill the application form through this link: https://form.jotform.com/241371738984569 and attach your up-to-date CV on / before the application deadline May 26, 2024. You will be contacted only if selected for written exam/interview. Phone solicitations will not be accepted. These job opportunities are open to Ethiopian nationals only.
What we offer:
CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, generous retirement savings plan and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture that is committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.
CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking.
** Qualified women & persons with disability are highly encouraged to apply**
CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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