Background

FH Ethiopia is a non-governmental organization engaged in relief and development activities. At FH, we operate under a set of guiding principles we call the “The Heartbeat”. This includes our Values, Vision and Purpose, which serve as the explanation of who we are and how we work as organization. Together we follow God’s call responding to human suffering and graduating communities from extreme poverty. FH Ethiopia would like to invite potential candidates to apply for the following position:

JOB SUMMARY

The Photographer, a locally employed staff, is responsible for taking, editing, documenting and sharing of permanent visual images for overall program and sponsorship communication activities as per the required standards and due dates. Under the direct supervision of the Sponsor Child Relation Officer.

ESSENTIAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Result Area #1- Program and Sponsorship Communication

1. Prepares plan of action and budget for the component;
2. Responsible for taking all Program and Sponsorship communication photos with set quality standards;
3. Creates and manages electronic files/database to document and share sponsorship communication and program related photos with Sponsorship and Program Staff both at projects and head office for exchange, tracking, sorting, administrative and communication purposes;
4. Responsible for scheduling and setting up shoots, traveling to different sites, maintaining equipment, record-keeping and image processing;
5. Equips project staff with conceptual/theoretical knowledge and skills in photography

JOB LEVEL SPECIFICATIONS

• Full agreement with FH’s Christian foundation and beliefs as expressed in The Heartbeat: our Values, Vision, and Purpose.
• Ability to communicate with organization members.
• Physical fitness to operate in a different weather environment.
• Shows a positive attitude that contributes to a good working atmosphere in the office
• Is courteous and respectful to all staff, visitors, and all FH partners
• Maintains good working relations with FH staff.
• Maintain or retains confidential internal information of the organization.
• Exhibits a lifestyle that models the foundational principles
• Has high level of commitment to work with the poor and help them meet their needs.
• Sound character, honest, trustworthy, hardworking and dependable.
• Has good communication skills and a teachable spirit.
• Love for children and a desire to serve and help them and embody new life.

High level of initiative taking and capacity in areas of networking and donor liaison.

SAFETY AND SECURITY RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Each FHE staff member should adhere to all pertinent policies concerning safety and security policy of FH. Lapses in safe conduct can jeopardize the health and welfare of all staff.
• Every FHE staff member has an obligation to learn and understand the security situation where they are located.
• Each FHE staff member should adhere to all pertinent policies concerning safety and security. This includes, but not limited to, personal safety, road safety, etc.

GENDER RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Provide adequate time to staff to participate in gender sensitivity workshops and related events.
• Through observation, interviews, and spot-checks, ensure that the staff planning, Implementation, monitoring and Evaluation process is gender sensitive.
• Facilitate open and regular discussions with staff on about the work environment, policies, and values convenient to gender issues.

SAFEGUARDING POLICY

Food for the Hungry is committed to conducting its programs and operations in a  manner that is safe for all beneficiaries it serves. It is FH’s policy to create and proactively maintain an environment that prevents and deters any actions and omissions that put any beneficiaries, including children and the most vulnerable, at risk. All personnel are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with this commitment and obligation. Any violations of this policy could result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Job Requirements

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE

• 10+3 Vocational diploma in photography or relevant field of study.
• At least 3 Years’ experience in a similar position preferably in an International NGO settings.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS .

• Use of extensive range of technical equipment, including cameras, lenses, lighting and specialist software;
• Proficiency in spoken and written Amharic and /or local language of the operational area and, basic understanding of English required;

Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply

How to Apply

Competent candidates can submit ONLY their application and updated CV to: recruitment_fhe@fh.org 

Candidates MUST refer the position title on the subject line of their email and application letters.