Communication intern

Organizational Overview

Driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live, Habitat for Humanity began in 1976 as a grassroots effort on a community farm in southern Georgia. Habitat for Humanity has since grown to become a leading global nonprofit working in local communities across all 50 states in the U.S. and in more than 70 countries. Families and individuals in need of a hand-up partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home.

Habitat for Humanity Ethiopia (HFHE) is a branch of Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI). HEHE is currently operating under Africa Habitat for Humanity International. Since it started operation in 1993, Habitat for Humanity Ethiopia has supported thousands of families and individuals.  Initially focused on mortgage houses for families affected by poverty and other vulnerabilities, the organization has expanded its efforts to incorporate vulnerable group housing, urban slum upgrading, urban resilience building, water sanitation and hygiene (WASH), and Disaster Risk Reduction Response (DR3)-WASH Resilience Building.

JOB SUMMARY

Habitat for Humanity Ethiopia seeks a dynamic, self-starter to assist communications function. This internship is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of communication while working in HFHE’s work environment. The intern is expected to provide professional assistance to the Communications Manager in implementing HFHE’s communications strategies and plans. The Intern will work with the communications manager and, with other teams, to fulfill organizational goals and initiatives related to programming and events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Assist in planning, writing, and managing communication materials and e-newsletters.
• Update the organization's website with current events, relevant news, etc.
• Design event/program fliers, graphics, and other marketing material.
• Update all bulletin boards around the building on an ongoing basis.
• Update and maintain HFHE’s social media presence, including daily monitoring, posting, scheduling, and reporting Facebook updates.
• Provide input for creative communication strategies and social media campaigns.
• Manage editorial and event calendars.
• Create online updates as needed.
• Collaborate with staff on new ideas, directions, and tools for communication

Safeguarding: HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work.  Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation, and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.

Active Supporter of HFHI Values:

• Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves.
• Courage – We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular. 

Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission

Duration of the contract:     Six months with the possibility of extension.

Duty Station:                        Addis Ababa

Salary:                                   Negotiable 

Required number: -              1

Vacancy Closing date: -       August 02, 2024

Qualification 

• Firm grasp of social media tools and platforms including Facebook, Linkdin, WhatsApp, Instagram, etc.
• Completed or working toward a college degree (junior level and up), preferably in a related field (e.g., English, Communications, Advertising or Public Relations)
• Previous internship or related experience in communications is a plus
• Understanding of the basic principles of public relations
• Must be computer literate (working knowledge of word processing, PowerPoint, Excel). Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop is highly desired.
• Knowledge of HTML, website content management, and graphic design a plus
• Possess excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Genuine enthusiasm for creating compelling communication materials to support HFHE programming
• Self-starter, good time management, creative, with the ability to communicate in a professional manner
• Ability to work well independently, and within a team
• Commitment to the continuous improvement of service quality and HFHE’s mission

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 and contact details 

of three work-related referees, (including HR and Immediate supervisor) you can submit your 

application through hfheapplication@habitatethiopia.org. The closing date for submitting 

applications is within 10 days of this announcement. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further screening.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.