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Mahibere Hiwot for Social Development (MSD) External Vacancy Announcement

Position: IT/Communication Officer
Application Deadline: 7 working days from the advertisement date
Term of Employment: Contract
Reporting To: Grant, Finance and Admin Director

About the Organization

MSD is a non-profit civil society organization established in 1999, focusing on improving health, wellbeing, and socio-economic conditions in Ethiopian communities. Key program areas include Health & Nutrition, Education & Skills Development, Social Mobilization & Livelihood, Migration & Trafficking, Child Care & Development, Human Rights & Governance, Humanitarian Response, and Environment & Climate Change.

Job Summary

The IT/Communication Officer is a dual-function role responsible for:

Maintaining and upgrading computer systems and networks
Acting as the organization’s Brand Custodian by managing digital content, social media, and organizational branding

Key Responsibilities

IT & Systems:

Develop and maintain local networks ensuring performance, security, and privacy
Install and configure hardware/software, manage databases, and oversee system operations
Provide troubleshooting, staff training, and maintain equipment/inventory logs

Communication & Brand Management:

Manage and maintain MSD’s brand across digital platforms
Develop content for awareness campaigns, social media, and web updates
Design promotional materials (banners, flyers, booklets, etc.)

Qualifications & Requirements

Education:

BSc in Computer Science, IT, or related field

Experience:

Minimum 2 years as an IT Officer
IT certifications (CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified IT Professional) are an advantage

Skills:

Strong diagnostic, problem-solving, and communication skills
Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
In-depth knowledge of computer systems, networks, internet security, and data privacy
Commitment to ethical standards and evidence of no history of sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment (SEAH)