Job Description
Job Title: Communications, and Resource Mobilization Officer (Grade-C)
Report to: Nuru Ethiopia MD
Place of work: Arba Minch, South Ethiopia Region
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Application Deadline: November 15/2026
Job starts date: Preferably 1st January 2027
Annual Salary:5,500-6,000 USD with additional benefit Packages
Terms and conditions: Annual contract with possibility of extensions depending on performance
Background of the Organization
Nuru Ethiopia is a locally led, non-profit development organization dedicated to building resilience and creating pathways out of extreme poverty for rural communities in Ethiopia. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Arba Minch, Nuru Ethiopia works closely with farmers, cooperatives, unions, government institutions, private sector actors, and civil society organizations to develop sustainable farmer-owned agribusinesses, strengthen market systems, improve livelihoods, enhance food security, and increase communities' resilience to climate change, and other shocks. Guided by a vision of a world without cycles of unjust poverty, Nuru Ethiopia equips communities to unlock their economic potential through locally designed and sustainable solutions that create lasting impact. Nuru Ethiopia is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. The organization does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, marital status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Consistent with its commitment to gender inclusion and women's empowerment, Nuru Ethiopia strongly encourages qualified women candidates to apply and seeks to increase women's participation in leadership, decision-making, and professional opportunities.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Communications, and Resource Mobilization Officer will lead Nuru Ethiopia's communication, visibility, stakeholder engagement, and resource mobilization efforts. The position will be responsible for strengthening the organization's public image, managing digital communication platforms, developing high-quality communication products, supporting proposal and grant development, coordinating donor and partner engagement activities, and documenting organizational impact through compelling stories and multimedia content.
Duties and Responsibility
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 develop competitive and high-quality funding proposals.
Support resource mobilization initiatives and donor communication efforts.
External Relations and Stakeholder Engagement
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with government institutions, donors, partners, cooperatives, private sector actors, and media organizations.
Represent the organization in meetings, workshops, conferences, and other external engagements as assigned.
Coordinate strategic communication and stakeholder engagement activities.
Support leadership in strengthening organizational partnerships and visibility.
Storytelling and Content Development
Develop success stories, impact stories, case studies, testimonials, and other communication products that demonstrate organizational achievements.
Lead documentation of best practices, lessons learned, and program results.
Coordinate photography, videography, and documentary development activities.
Produce high-quality written and visual content for internal and external audiences.
Social Media and Branding
Manage the organization's social media platforms and digital communication channels.
Develop engaging content to increase organizational visibility and stakeholder engagement.
Ensure consistent application of organizational branding and communication standards.
Support the development of promotional materials, publications, and visibility products.
Donor and Visitor Facilitation
Coordinate and facilitate donor, partner, media, and stakeholder visits to project sites.
Prepare briefing documents, presentations, visit itineraries, and communication materials.
Ensure effective organization and management of field visits and engagement events.
Document and communicate key outcomes from donor and partner visits.
Job Requirements
Qualification 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
The recent Minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in communications, public relations, stakeholder engagement, proposal development, social media management, donor relations, or resource mobilization in the 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.
C. 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 effectively to diverse audiences.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
Strong organizational and coordination skills.
D. Preferred Qualifications
Training or certification in Digital Marketing, Social Media Management, Proposal Writing, Public Relations, Photography, Videography, Graphic Design, or related areas.
How To Apply
Interested applicants who meet the MINIMUM requirements should send soft copy of a detailed CV (not more than 3 pages) with a cover letter (not more than one page) to the following email address: Telaye2011@gmail.com Please state “Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Program Officer” on the subject line.
NURU International Ethiopia is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability with respect to policies and visions. FEMALE APPLICANTS ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by telephone immediately after the deadline of this announcement. All travel costs will be covered by the applicant if invited for written exam or interview.
