JOB OVERVIEW
Organization: Operation Smile Ethiopia
Position: Communications & Documentation Intern
Experience: 0 years / Fresh Graduates
Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Application Deadline: September 30, 2026
Communications & Documentation Intern
Educational Qualification
- BA in Journalism and Communication, Public Relations and Strategic Communication, Media and Communication Studies, Linguistics, Social Sciences, Health Sciences, or another relevant discipline.
- Applicants with zero years of experience are eligible.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Amharic.
- Strong English language proficiency is required.
- Basic knowledge of content production and editing, including video content.
- Practical knowledge of using social media in a positive and professional manner.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, internet, Teams, and financial tools.
- Strong interest in communications and documentation.
- Good coordination and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to learn and ability to accept coaching.
- Flexibility to work outside regular working hours when necessary.
Key Responsibilities
The intern will work under the supervision of the Operation Smile Ethiopia Program Manager and support the documentation and communication of program activities, including:
- Supporting documentation and communication processes for OSE program activities.
- Developing appropriate documentation methods for surgical, non-surgical comprehensive cleft care, medical education, and other programs.
- Working with Program Coordinators in Jimma, Ayder, St. Paul’s, and Hawassa to capture best practices and program results.
- Documenting surgical campaigns, Short-Term Surgical Programs (STSP), Surgical Education Programs (SEP), trainings, workshops, and meetings through written narratives, case stories, photographs, and videos.
- Supporting the preparation of quarterly, semiannual, and annual bulletins highlighting key country-office achievements.
- Producing short videos showcasing key program outputs and promising practices.
- Preparing regular updates on program successes for review by the Program Manager.
- Preparing summary messages following major activities for publication on OSE social media platforms, including Facebook and LinkedIn.
- Working with the Sub-Saharan Africa Communications Manager and OSE Program Manager to share OSE program achievements through regional social media channels.
- Performing other communication and documentation duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Duty Station
Operation Smile Ethiopia Head Office
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Application Deadline
September 30, 2026
How to Apply
Interested and qualified fresh graduates should apply online through the official Operation Smile application portal.
Apply early and make sure your application is complete before the September 30, 2026 deadline.
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