Mercy Corps Ethiopia – Communication Intern Vacancy 2026

Organization: Mercy Corps Ethiopia
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Office-based, with possible field travel)
Employment Type: Internship (1-year contract)
Career Level: Entry Level (Fresh Graduate)
Application Deadline: April 27, 2026 (4:00 PM)

About Mercy Corps

Mercy Corps is a global organization working in over 40 countries to help people overcome adversity and build stronger communities. Since 2004, Mercy Corps Ethiopia has partnered with government, civil society, and private sector actors to enhance resilience in climate- and conflict-affected communities. Current programs focus on livelihoods, food security, social cohesion, and access to clean water across six regional states: Afar, Gambella, Oromia, Somali, Amhara, and Addis Ababa.

Position: Communication Intern

The Communications Intern will support the Communications Unit within the Country MEL team, contributing to documentation, storytelling, photo/video content creation, and communication products.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and caption high-quality photographs from field programs.
• Document human-interest stories from program sites.
• Develop and post content on internal platforms and social media.
• Assist in organizing weekly learning-hour sessions and internal events.
• Compile success stories, capacity statements, and visibility materials.
• Support photo/video documentation during events and field visits.
• Ensure all materials comply with Mercy Corps branding guidelines.
• Dedicate 40% of time to supporting the New Initiatives & Partnerships team.

Expected Deliverables

• Human-interest stories and success stories documented.
• Regular content updates on Viva Engage, LinkedIn, and internal channels.
• Organized weekly learning-hour events.
• Well-structured communication files and visibility materials.
• Professionally designed reports, briefs, and communication products.

Qualifications

• BA degree in Journalism, English Language & Literature, Law, Public Relations, Political Science & International Relations, or related fields (recent graduate 2025/2026).
• One recommendation letter from a recognized higher education institution.
• Basic photography and camera handling skills desirable.
• Strong communication, writing, and storytelling skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support Mercy Corps’ Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) priorities.
• Follow security protocols during field visits and content gathering.
• Uphold accountability standards and ethical representation of program participants.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit:

• CV
• Three references
• All applicable official papers

👉 Apply Online Here

Deadline: April 27, 2026, at 4:00 PM

Note: Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer. Female and young candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.