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Communication Specialist
GIZ-External/Internal Vacancy Announcement #136/2022
Agricultural Mechanisation for Smallholder Productivity in Ethiopia (AMTP III)
Agriculture plays a major role in the Ethiopian society and provides a livelihood for most of its population contributing a significant economic output. Although the agricultural sector has experienced impressive economic growth in the country, productivity remains low by global standards. Most small-scale farmers use simple agricultural methods, such as ox-drawn ploughs and sowing by hand. Even in areas where farm machinery is available through service providers, the technology is often outdated and employed in poor quality. Therefore, use and expansion of modern agricultural mechanisation technology at the level of smallholder farmers is indispensable to improve productivity and attain food security in sustainable manner. German Development Cooperation has been supporting this agricultural mechanization improvement through the project “Agricultural Mechanisation for Smallholder Farmers in Ethiopia” (AMTP III) (09/2021-08/2024). The objective of the project is to improve the framework conditions for the spread of agricultural mechanisation in Ethiopia.
The following are the 5 major outputs:
1) The planning basis for the implementation of the National Agricultural Mechanisation Strategy has been improved.
2) The offer of governmental and non-governmental agricultural training institutions is strengthened with regard to mechanisation.
3) The delivery capacity of private and cooperative service providers for services in the agricultural mechanisation sector is increased.
4) Public relations and information offer on agricultural mechanisation has been intensified for farmers and decision-makers.
5) An innovation fund to promote innovations in agricultural mechanisation has started its work.
Contract duration: Until August 31, 2024
Responsibilities
The communication specialist
Ensure the compliance with the required communication standards and guidelinesAddress all questions arising in the area of public relations and communicationsProject communication to different stakeholdersManaging knowledge by disseminating and documenting know-how, experience and information
Communication strategy
The communication specialist
Identify the different communication target groups, including internal, public, project partners, and project implementation target groupsIdentify communication needs of the different target groupsDesigning communication approaches and tools for the different target groups.Review and updating the communication strategy
Communication materials and Knowledge management
The communication specialist
Reviewing and updating the existing communication tools and materials of the projectDeveloping new materials, where neededCoordinating with the project graphic designersApplication of all GIZ corporate design policies and rulesWhere needed, application of partner communication standardskeeps her/himself up-to-date about the project implementation progress (through M&E advisor and technical experts)prepares presentation support materials for meetings and events (for example power point)presents and explains the project to different target groups (internal and external), for example during eventsFacilitates the exchange of project experiences within the project and other projects and units of GIZ
Media
The Communications specialist
In collaboration with GIZ country office, coordinating media activitiesPreparation of eventsDrafting of press releasesQualifications
Bachelors’ or Masters’ degree in communication, social science, behavioral change communication, strategic communication, journalism, public relations, marketing or related field or comparable qualification
Professional experience
Minimum of 5 years’ professional experience in the field of communication (media and PR work, journalism, internal communication or lobbying or similar)
Other knowledge, additional competencies
very good working knowledge of ITC technologies (related software, email, the internet) and computer applications (e.g. MS Office)Team playerAbility to work proactively and independentlyExperience in event managementVery good communication skills, both verbally and writtenAbility to synthesize and translate technically complex information into plain language communication productsEditorial experience, experience in writing articles or press releases (evidenced e.g. by work samples)Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed corresponding measures are agreed with managementWillingness to travel to project sites and event locations, when required |