ZOA Ngo Job Vacancy 2025

ZOA, as an international NGO, supports people who have lost everything due to armed conflict or natural disaster. Together, we can come to their aid in emergencies and remain faithful to communities as they recover – providing new opportunities for them to help themselves again. The work of ZOA is coordinated from the Netherlands. We are active in multiple countries in Africa, South America, the Middle East Region, and Asia. We work with approximately 900 employees worldwide and with (local) partners. We invite you to join our team of committed colleagues.

ZOA is looking for a Communication Intern: to support ZOA Ethiopia in strengthening its external communications and public profile through effective use of social media, branding materials, and other communication channels.

Position: Communications Intern

Qualifications & 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 skills in graphic design (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) are an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Competencies

• Creativity and initiative
• Strong Digital skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Commitment to ZOA’s values and humanitarian mission

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing ZOA’s communications workplan, including social media, banners, signage, and branded materials (e.g., uniforms/t-shirts).
• Create, schedule, and publish engaging content across ZOA’s social media platforms.
• Support the design and production of communication materials (digital and print).
• Monitor and report on the reach and engagement of external communications.
• Ensure ZOA’s branding guidelines are consistently applied in all materials.
• Assist in organizing and promoting ZOA events and campaigns.
• Collect and share stories, photos, and testimonials from the field to highlight ZOA’s impact.
• Support other communications and visibility tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Location: Addis Ababa

Deadline: September 29th 2025

How To Apply

ZOA operates with an equal opportunities policy and is committed to diversity in the workplace. Qualified women and men, people of all nationalities, and cultural backgrounds, and candidates with disabilities are welcome to apply.

If you are interested in this position, please apply directly via Ethiojobs.net.

CV’s of no more than 3 pages in length are appreciated.

Please provide at least 3 references in the application. References of previous positions held should not be older than five years.

Only selected candidates will be contacted and invited to participate in the process of recruitment. It is our aim to inform all other candidates of their status in the recruitment process within 4 weeks after the vacancy has closed. An assessment may be part of the recruitment procedure. Documents that do not match the profile above will not be considered.

Please note that, as part of its recruitment process, ZOA carries out background and reference checks for all candidates. As ZOA participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, all reference checks include a written questionnaire: the “Statement of Conduct”, which will be sent to past employers regarding Misconduct (such as sexual exploitation, abuse or harassment).

“Women are highly encouraged to apply for the position”

Also we reserve the right to stop accepting applications before the end date if we find a suitable candidate.