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Communication and Publication Officer

Ethiopian Solar Energy Development Association (ESEDA)Addis Ababa

On-siteFull timeAddis AbabaJunior Level(1-3 years)

Experience

Junior Level(1-3 years)

Salary

Not specified

Posted

about 6 hours ago

Deadline

in 8 days

Job Description

The Ethiopian Solar Energy Development Association (ESEDA) is a non-profit, membership-based organization committed to strengthening and promoting the solar energy sector in Ethiopia. ESEDA works closely with government bodies, private sector actors, and development partners to advance clean and sustainable energy solutions nationwide.

ESEDA is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Communication and Publication Officer to join our team

Employment Type: Full-time contract-based Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Application Deadline: September 15th, 2026


Key Duties and Responsibilities


  • Develop and implement ESEDA’s communication and visibility strategies.
  • Prepare and manage content such as press releases, reports, publications, website content, and promotional materials.
  • Manage and update ESEDA’s website and social media platforms.
  • Build and maintain media relations and secure media coverage.
  • Support public relations, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement activities.
  • Organize and support events, workshops, and outreach activities.
  • Manage the members’ database and provide basic IT/communication support.
  • Prepare brief reports on communication activities.

 

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Communication, Public Relations, Marketing, Media Studies, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in communication, publication, or design-related roles.
  • Strong writing, editing, design, and content development skills in English (knowledge of local languages is an asset).
  • Experience managing websites and social media platforms.
  • Proficiency in graphic design and digital communication tools.
  • Knowledge of the renewable energy or development sector is an added advantage.

 

Skills and Competencies


  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational and time management abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Creativity, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
  • Willingness to work additional hours when required for events or campaigns.

 

Required Skills

Communicationattention to detailAnalytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Level

Junior Level(1-3 years)

Location

Addis Ababa

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit a CV and a cover letter outlining relevant experience to yordanos.eseda@gmail.com and copy officead.eseda@gmail.com and copy yemissirach.eseda@gmail.com, quoting “Communication and Publication Officer ” in the subject line.

 Deadline: September 15th, 202S

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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