ET - RRM Communication Manager

International Rescue Committee (IRC)

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), working in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities.

As a force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity, and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions for a better future.

Focus Areas

The IRC has a focus on:

• Narrowing the gender gap in humanitarian aid
• Ensuring gender equality, diversity, and inclusion in programs and operations
• Creating an equitable and inclusive culture in the workplace

Job Overview

The Communication Manager will support the Ethiopia Rapid Response Mechanism (ET-RRM) by:

• Leading strategic communication and visibility efforts
• Producing timely, accurate, and brand-aligned content
• Coordinating storytelling, photography, and reporting
• Developing creative, platform-specific campaigns

Major Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

1. Branding & Visibility Coordination: Ensure consistent use of ET-RRM branding across all platforms.
2. Content Creation & Storytelling: Collect, draft, and edit human-interest stories from the field.
3. Photography & Visual Content: Capture and curate high-quality photographs with appropriate captions.
4. Messaging & Public Communication: Draft and edit press releases and social media content.
5. Reporting & Information Management: Lead communication reporting and compile situational reports.
6. Capacity Building & Support: Train field staff on branding and digital storytelling.

Impact of Work

This position is expected to:

• Proactively offer suggestions to strengthen ET-RRM’s digital visibility
• Identify emerging trends in humanitarian communication

Minimum Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

• BA/MBA graduate in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field

Preferred experience & skills:

• Minimum 3 years for master's holders and 4 years of relevant experience for degree holders
• Experience in humanitarian or development communication
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills
• Expertise in managing professional social media channels
• Proficiency in photography, graphic design, and video editing
• Familiarity with donor visibility guidelines
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in content calendar planning
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to work effectively with stakeholders
• Proactive and flexible in responding to change

Language Skills

Fluency in English (written and spoken); additional local languages are an asset.

Certificates or Licenses

Relevant, profession-related professional certifications.

Disclaimer

Please note that IRC will never request applicants to make any form of payment during the recruitment process. IRC is an equal employment opportunity employer, considering all applicants based on merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.

Skills Required:

• Communication / Pr / Journalism