Job Description
Term of Employment: Six months with possibility of extension
Duty Station(s): Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Required Number: One
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Application Deadline: November 8, 2026
BACKGROUND:
The Ethiopian Agricultural Transformation Institute (ATI), formerly known as the Agricultural Transformation Agency (ATA), is a strategy and delivery-oriented government institute created to help accelerate the growth and transformation of Ethiopia’s agriculture sector, which is a key contributor to the country’s GDP, exports, Systems and capacities of the workforces. The ATI’s focuses on improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers, pastoralists, internally displaced people (IDPs), recovering people affected by conflict and other across the country for improved income, inclusiveness, resilience, and sustainability.
The ATI works to transform the agriculture and rural development in Ethiopia by conducting analytical studies in the policy and programmatic areas, piloting innovative agricultural technologies and systems , creating jobs to youth and women along the value chain providing technical implementation support, linking actors along the value-chains and attracting foreign direct investment who can work with cluster farmers, implementing problem based, inclusive and sustainable innovative projects and programs and building capacities of diverse players along the transformation continuum. The Institute joins forces with various stakeholders, like MoA and other affiliate Institutions of the Ministry, policymakers, researchers, farmers, and development partners, to support the implementation of agricultural development programs and initiatives. In addition, the ATI collaborates with national and international partners to facilitate knowledge exchange, learning opportunities and resources mobilization. . The Institute plays a crucial role primarily in supporting agricultural policy and strategies development to drive transformation of agriculture and rural development; facilitate knowledge exchange, generating and disseminating information to support evidence-based policy formulation and decision-making and pilot innovative projects to be scaled nationwide.
Our Culture
ATI brings together highly competent specialists to address some of the toughest challenges in agriculture and rural development and make transformation a practical reality. We work with clear insight and foresight analysis, measurable goals, making use of the unique strengths of our staff. We have an exceptional team of highly competent employees with a proven track record of success in managing complex activities and achieving transformational results. Our culture is one where talented, dedicated, and adaptable individuals are committed to doing their best and exhibit great teamwork to achieve excellent results.
At ATI, we provide an exceptional platform for people who want to achieve their highest potential and make a meaningful contribution to agricultural and rural transformation leading to structural changes of the sector. We expand our thinking, strengthen our capabilities, and redefine our roles to cover new settings to the extent possible fitting to national, continental and global dynamics. We offer rewarding work in a young, fast-paced growing organization with passionate, committed, motivated colleagues and excellent career development and training. We recognize our most valuable assets are our staff and are committed to providing our employees with the tools, training, and mentorships necessary to achieve their career goals.
The ATI is committed to fostering a safe, respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment for its employees, farmers, partners, and all stakeholders. We maintain zero tolerance for any form of abuse, exploitation, harassment, discrimination, bullying, retaliation, or other harmful conduct. The Institute is dedicated to promoting equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion by ensuring fair and respectful treatment regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, religion, or other protected characteristics. We expect all employees, consultants, and partners to uphold ATI's Safeguarding Policy, Code of Conduct, and related ethical standards in all interactions with colleagues, farmers, communities, and stakeholders. Successful candidates will be required to demonstrate commitment to these principles and to contribute to a workplace and service environment that protects the dignity, rights, safety, and well-being of all individuals.
There are many reasons to join us, but if you are seeking a dynamic and meaningful career whin a community of talented professionals with diverse expertise-collaborating to create real impact-ATI is the right place for you.
Role Purpose:
The Senior Communication Officer, Knowledge Production and Management, is responsible for leading ATI's institutional knowledge production, documentation, learning, and dissemination efforts. The position ensures that knowledge generated from ATI's programs, projects, research, and partnerships is systematically captured, synthesized, packaged, stored, and shared with internal and external audiences.
The position holder works closely with technical teams, project managers, researchers, regional offices, development partners, and the Communications Team to transform technical outputs into high-quality knowledge products that support evidence-based decision-making, policy influence, institutional learning, and organizational visibility.
The Senior Communication Officer also supports the development of ATI's knowledge management systems, oversees publication processes, manages institutional repositories, and promotes a culture of knowledge sharing across the Institute.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Outcome 1: Lead Knowledge Production and Documentation — 35%
Develop high-quality knowledge products, including publications, policy briefs, impact stories, annual reports, learning reports, and institutional profiles.
Document ATI's innovations, best practices, lessons learned, and project achievements.
Coordinate knowledge-harvesting exercises across ATI programs and projects.
Translate complex technical information into audience-friendly communication materials.
Ensure consistency, quality, and editorial standards across all institutional publications.
Outcome 2: Lead Knowledge Management Systems and Learning — 35%
Develop and maintain ATI's institutional knowledge management framework.
Establish and manage digital knowledge repositories and publication libraries.
Coordinate knowledge-sharing events, learning workshops, and communities of practice.
Promote institutional learning by documenting and disseminating lessons learned.
Develop standards, templates, and guidelines for knowledge management.
Outcome 3: Knowledge Sharing and Partnerships — 30%
Support the dissemination of ATI knowledge products through digital platforms, media, and events.
Collaborate with development partners, government institutions, research organizations, and universities on knowledge initiatives.
Monitor the utilization and impact of ATI knowledge products.
Identify innovative approaches and technologies for institutional knowledge management.
Maintain publication calendars and archives.
WORKING CONDITIONS REQUIREMENTS
The position is primarily office-based but requires frequent travel to project implementation areas for documentation, interviews, knowledge capture, and stakeholder engagement. The role involves interaction with multidisciplinary teams and occasional work under tight publication deadlines.
Decision-Making and Approvals
Strategic decision-making includes aligning ATI's communication strategy with the organization's overall strategic priorities and objectives. Decisions may relate to external visibility, branding, social media engagement, and partner relationships, within approved organizational strategy and delegated authority.
Accountability
Finance: The Senior Communication Officer is not directly responsible for managing the budget. However, the position holder may participate in budget planning and provide recommendations based on professional.
Job Requirements
Required Qualification, Experience and Competence:
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in communication, Journalism, Knowledge Management, Development Communication, Agricultural Communication, Public Relations, Information Science, Development Studies, English Language and Literature, Library and Information Science, or other related fields.
Experience: 6 years of relevant professional experience with a bachelor’s degree or 4 years with a master’s degree, including experience in knowledge management, technical writing, publications, documentation, and editorial management.
Behavioral Competencies
Effective Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong storytelling ability.
Analytical Thinking: Ability to synthesize complex technical information into clear and accessible knowledge products.
Collaboration: Ability to build strong relationships and work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Attention to Detail: Ability to produce high-quality publications with minimal errors.
Technical Competencies
Knowledge Management: Strong understanding of institutional knowledge management systems and frameworks.
Technical Writing: Excellent technical, policy, and report-writing skills.
Editing and Publication: Advanced editing, proofreading, and publication management skills.
Research Documentation: Ability to synthesize research findings into accessible knowledge products.
Digital Knowledge Platforms: Experience managing digital repositories, SharePoint, websites, and knowledge portals.
Monitoring Knowledge Use: Ability to assess the utilization and effectiveness of knowledge products
Fluency in written and spoken English and Amharic; knowledge of an additional Ethiopian local language is an advantage
Behavioural competencies:
Critical and Creative Thinking: Generates creative communication approaches, identifies strong storytelling opportunities, and adapts communication products to different audiences and platforms.
Problem Solving: Identifies communication challenges, assesses risks, and develops practical and timely solutions.
Conflict Resolution: Handles differing views and communication-related issues constructively while maintaining effective working relationships.
Communication: Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills and crafts clear, engaging messages for diverse audiences.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with ATI teams, ADEY staff, regional teams, partners, and service providers to achieve shared communication objectives.
Client Orientation: Understands stakeholder needs and delivers responsive, accurate, and high-quality communication products and services.
Problem-Solving
Nature of Problems:
The problems encountered in the job are routine and occur occasionally.
The problems occur in similar or recognizable ways.
The position holder occasionally handles problems that other employees have been unable to resolve.
How To Apply
We invite all candidates meeting the required qualifications to submit (i) a cover letter and (ii) a CV (maximum 5 pages) to THIS LINK
Note: It is mandatory to mention the position title in both the subject line of your cover letter and the Outlook email subject line. Please DO NOT submit scans of certificates with your application.
Women are highly encouraged to apply
NB. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
