Ethiopian Human Rights Commission Press Officer Hawassa Jobs in Ethiopia

Ethiopian Human Rights Commission Press Officer Hawassa Jobs in Ethiopia

Job Description

Internal and External

Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is looking for qualified candidates to fill the Press Officer position.

Location: Hawassa Office

Report To: Director, Media and Communications

Duration: Open Contract/Indefinite

Salary Range: Gross monthly salary of ETB 22,989.00- ETB 27,380.00 plus ETB 7,200.00 Housing allowance and ETB 2,200.00 Transport allowance, depending on candidates qualification, experience and earning history

Purpose of the Job:

Represents EHRC’s as main contact for the media. The role entails a wide range of responsibilities, from preparing press releases and organizing press conferences and interviews, to liaising with media contacts and monitoring media coverage of the commission.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Preparing and writing articles and press releases;

Support in local media monitoring, translation and local media coverage pick up of human rights issues;

Responsible to maintain updated website page of the branch office;

Handling enquiries from journalists and other media contacts via telephone calls, email and written correspondence;

Arranging and organizing events, interviews and press conferences;

Liaising with media representatives and managers;

Monitoring current affairs and coverage of the Commission within the media;

Writing clear, concise and effective press releases and preparing press kits, case histories and additional material for use by the media;

Issuing press releases and other informative and promotional materials to media mailing lists;

Maintaining relations with the media;

Monitoring the media coverage and visibility of the organization by creating and circulating press reviews.

Job Requirements

MA/BA Degree in Journalism, Communication, Public Relations, International Studies, Political Science and other related field;

Computer literate;

Knowledge of Amharic is required. Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous;

4 years of relevant experience for BA and 2 years of relevant experience for MA.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should write a covering letter, explaining why they are interested in this role, why you are the right person for the job with a recent CV which should be sent to the following email address: HRM@ehrc.org

Please include the name of the position & Location on the subject of the email

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