Communications and Resource Mobilization Officer (Grade C) Job at Nuru Ethiopia
Communications and Resource Mobilization Officer (Grade C) Job at Nuru Ethiopia
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Experience
5 Year
Employee type
Full TimePosition
Experienced Professional
Offer Salary
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Job Description
Nuru Ethiopia is a locally led, non-profit development organization established in 2012 and headquartered in Arba Minch. It works with rural communities and partners to build sustainable agribusinesses, strengthen market systems, improve livelihoods, enhance food security, and increase resilience to climate change.
The organization is committed to equal employment opportunities and strongly encourages qualified women candidates to apply.
Position Overview
The Communications and Resource Mobilization Officer will lead Nuru Ethiopia's communication, visibility, stakeholder engagement, and resource mobilization efforts.
The role focuses on strengthening the organization's public image, managing digital communication platforms, developing communication materials, supporting proposal and grant development, coordinating donor and partner engagement, and documenting organizational impact through compelling stories and multimedia content.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
1. Proposal and Grant Writing
Lead and coordinate the preparation of concept notes, grant proposals, donor presentations, capability statements, and fundraising materials.
Gather, analyze, and compile information required for proposal development.
Collaborate with technical teams to prepare competitive, high-quality funding proposals.
Support resource mobilization initiatives and donor communication.
2. External Relations and Stakeholder Engagement
Develop and maintain working relationships with government institutions, donors, partners, cooperatives, private sector actors, and media organizations.
Represent the organization at meetings, workshops, conferences, and other external engagements as assigned.
Coordinate strategic communication and stakeholder engagement activities.
Support organizational leadership in strengthening partnerships and visibility.
3. Storytelling and Content Development
Develop success stories, impact stories, case studies, testimonials, and other communication products.
Document best practices, lessons learned, and program results.
Coordinate photography, videography, and documentary development.
Produce high-quality written and visual content for internal and external audiences.
4. Social Media and Branding
Manage the organization's social media platforms and digital communication channels.
Develop engaging content to improve visibility and stakeholder engagement.
Ensure consistent application of organizational branding and communication standards.
Support the development of promotional materials, publications, and visibility products.
5. Donor and Visitor Facilitation
Coordinate donor, partner, media, and stakeholder visits to project sites.
Prepare briefing documents, presentations, visit itineraries, and communication materials.
Organize and manage field visits and engagement events.
Document and communicate outcomes from donor and partner visits.
Qualifications and Requirements
Education
Bachelor's degree or above in one of the following fields:
Public Relations and Communication
Journalism and Communication
Mass Communication
Marketing Management
English Language and Literature
International Relations
Development Studies
Media and Communication Studies
Experience
At least 5 years of recent relevant professional experience in communications, public relations, stakeholder engagement, proposal development, social media management, donor relations, or resource mobilization in an international NGO setting.
Demonstrated experience in proposal and grant writing.
Proven experience in content development, storytelling, and organizational communication.
Experience facilitating donor, partner, or stakeholder visits is desirable.
Required Competencies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Strong proposal, report, and content writing skills.
Strong interpersonal, networking, and relationship management skills.
Ability to communicate organizational impact to diverse audiences.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
Strong organizational and coordination skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Training or certification in any of the following areas is an advantage:
Digital Marketing
Social Media Management
Proposal Writing
Public Relations
Photography
Videography
Graphic Design
Related fields
Salary and Employment Terms
Annual Salary: USD 5,500–6,000, with additional benefit packages.
Contract: Annual contract, renewable subject to performance.
Preferred Start Date: January 1, 2027.
How to Apply
Applicants are instructed to submit:
A detailed CV of no more than three pages.
A cover letter of no more than one page.
Email: Telaye2011@gmail.com
Subject line stated in the announcement: Cooperative and Agribusiness Development Program Officer.
Important: This subject line does not match the advertised Communications and Resource Mobilization Officer position. Applicants should confirm the correct subject line before applying.
Deadline: November 15, 2026.
Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted by telephone. Applicants invited for a written exam or interview must cover their own travel costs.
