JOB OVERVIEW
Organization: ZOA
Position Title: Communications Intern
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Deadline: October 17, 2025
Employment Type: Internship (Full-Time)
About ZOA
ZOA is an international NGO that supports people affected by armed conflict and natural disasters. Headquartered in the Netherlands, ZOA operates in multiple countries across Africa, South America, the Middle East, and Asia, employing over 900 staff worldwide. ZOA Ethiopia works with communities to rebuild lives through emergency assistance, recovery, and long-term development.
Position Summary
ZOA Ethiopia seeks a Communications Intern to strengthen its external communications and enhance its public profile through creative storytelling, digital media, and branding initiatives. The intern will play a key role in content creation, social media engagement, and visibility support for ZOA’s humanitarian programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement ZOA’s communication and visibility plans, including digital and print materials.
- Create, schedule, and publish engaging content on social media platforms.
- Support the design and production of banners, signage, and branded materials (e.g., T-shirts, uniforms).
- Assist in organizing and promoting ZOA events and campaigns.
- Collect and share stories, photos, and testimonials from the field.
- Monitor and report on communication reach and engagement.
- Ensure ZOA branding guidelines are applied consistently.
- Perform other communications tasks as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
- Recent graduate (2024/2025) or final-year student in Communications, Journalism, Digital Marketing, Public Relations, or related field.
- Demonstrated experience or strong interest in social media management and content creation.
- Basic graphic design skills (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) are an advantage.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Strong organizational skills, creativity, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Core Competencies
- Creativity and initiative
- Digital literacy
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Commitment to ZOA’s humanitarian values
How to Apply
Qualified applicants are invited to submit their CVs (maximum 3 pages) and at least three recent references via
Please Note:
- Women are highly encouraged to apply.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- ZOA reserves the right to close the application process early if a suitable candidate is found.
- Background and misconduct checks will be conducted in line with the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.
About the Opportunity
This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain professional experience in communications within the humanitarian and NGO sector. The selected candidate will contribute directly to improving ZOA Ethiopia’s visibility and outreach while developing practical skills in social media management, storytelling, and organizational communication.
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