Plan International is an independent non-profit organization that advances children’s well-being and equality for girls. Working in building powerful partnerships for children for over 75 years and present in 70 countries, Plan International strives for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children while working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners. Plan International Ethiopia is looking for a Social Behavioral Change Communication Specialist to be based at the Country Office.
The Role
The post holder provides technical guidance and input for the production and dissemination of a simplified and translated CEDAW (Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination Against Women) booklet through specific project initiative which will be funded by UN Women with a financial contribution from Plan Finland National Office. The position also delivers adequate support and assistance for the implementation of the country communication strategy with an aim of enhancing the overall achievement of the country programme through internal and external communications and public relations activities that build visibility, image and brand; increase knowledge and awareness of Plan in Ethiopia within different audiences, and that support key business processes including but not limited to program communication, knowledge management and learning.
He or she will report to the Early Survival and Development of Children (ESDeC) Lead with a matrix relationship to Sponsorship and Communication Manager.
The Person
To be successful, applicants need to have a BA degree or a Masters degree in Communication, Journalism (print/web), English Language and Literature, Public Relations & Information Management or related field of studies with a minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience, preferably in international humanitarian and development organizations or media houses.
Skills
Previous experience of working with a team and the ability to lead, motivate and develop others
Knowledge
Plan also provides a number of capacity development opportunities to its employees including Talent Management Programme.