Regional Communications Officer

Regional Communications Officer Job in Ethiopia 2026 (NGO Jobs – Addis Ababa)

Organization: Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Suisse & Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Germany
Job Title: Regional Communications Officer
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (with regional travel – Horn of Africa)
Work Setup: Hybrid
Employment Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Application Deadline: April 10, 2026

Job Summary

Vétérinaires Sans Frontières (VSF) is hiring a Regional Communications Officer to lead storytelling and media production efforts across the Horn of Africa.

The role focuses on documenting livestock-based livelihoods and humanitarian programs through photography, video production, and field interviews, transforming field experiences into compelling content for global audiences, partners, and donors.

This position is jointly implemented by VSF-Suisse and VSF-Germany, with equal (50/50) allocation of responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Field Storytelling & Documentation

• Travel regularly to project sites across the Horn of Africa
• Conduct interviews with community members, beneficiaries, and staff
• Capture authentic human-interest stories and testimonials

Photography & Video Production

• Produce high-quality photo and video content from field activities
• Edit and prepare multimedia content for communication platforms

Content Development

• Transform field materials into engaging stories and publications
• Develop content for websites, newsletters, and social media

Regional Communication Support

• Strengthen visibility of VSF programs in the region
• Support field teams in generating communication materials
• Ensure consistency and quality of communication outputs

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Media Production, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience
• Strong experience in storytelling, interviews, and testimonial documentation
• Proven skills in photography, videography, and editing tools
• Excellent writing and content development skills
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication abilities
• Fluency in English (additional languages are an advantage)
• Interest in international development, livestock systems, and humanitarian work
• Willingness to travel frequently within the Horn of Africa

Additional Information

• Career Level: Senior (5–8 years experience)
• Managerial Experience: 5–8 years
• Equipment: Photo and video equipment will be provided
• Duty Station: Addis Ababa with extensive regional travel

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• Updated CV
• Cover letter

Email: recruitment@vsf-suisse.org
Deadline: April 10, 2026

Contact for Inquiries

• VSF-Suisse: eldrid.funck@vsf-suisse.org
• VSF-Germany: claudia.knuepfer@togev.de

About the Organizations

Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Suisse and Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Germany are international non-governmental organizations working to improve food security, resilience, and livelihoods of livestock-dependent communities.

They operate jointly in the Greater Horn of Africa, supporting pastoralist and rural populations through sustainable livestock and development programs.