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NGO Job Vacancy 2026: Stand for Vulnerable Organization (SVO) Hiring

Are you a passionate professional with a heart for vulnerable communities and a drive for strategic change and social impact?

Stand for Vulnerable Organization (SVO) is a dynamic, fast-growing humanitarian and social enterprise organization in Ethiopia. SVO is dedicated to empowering vulnerable children, youth, women, and communities through holistic development programs and sustainable business models.

SVO has just announced two exciting career opportunities for 2026, seeking highly skilled professionals in Communications and Animal Sciences to create a lasting impact in Ethiopia and regionally.

Read on to explore these two distinct roles, their strict requirements, and exactly how to submit your digital application before the 10-day deadline.

📌 Quick Snapshot: Application Details

  • Hiring Organization: Stand for Vulnerable Organization (SVO)
  • Available Roles: Communications Specialist & Animal Sciences Professional
  • Job Locations: Addis Ababa, Ambo, Burayu, and Bako
  • Salary: Negotiable based on capacity and experience
  • Application Deadline: 10 days from the date of announcement (August 9, 2026)

📸 Position 1: Communications Specialist

SVO is seeking a highly skilled Communications Specialist (preferably with a journalism background) to promote their humanitarian and enterprise initiatives through compelling content, social media, and multimedia storytelling.

🎓 Education & Experience Requirements:

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Journalism, Mass Communications, Public Relations, or a closely related field.
  • Experience: 5+ years in publishing, communications, or media with proven content creation and distribution success. Demonstrated experience working with NGOs (humanitarian/development communications) is highly preferred.
  • Age Limit: Applicants must be between 27 and 40 years old.
  • Language: Excellent English writing and editing skills. Knowledge of Amharic and Afan Oromo is highly preferable.

⚙️ Key Responsibilities & Technical Skills:

  • Create SEO-optimized articles, press releases, blogs, and reports highlighting humanitarian projects and enterprise successes.
  • Manage and grow the organization’s presence on Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
  • Produce photography, videography, and graphics using the Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro) and Canva.
  • Proficiency in publishing tools (WordPress/CMS) and social schedulers (Hootsuite/Buffer).
  • Engage international platforms (Donors, UN, global NGOs) to amplify reach and collaborate on cross-border campaigns.
  • Note: You must submit a portfolio containing links/samples of your photography, videography, graphic design, and multimedia work.

🐄 Position 2: Animal Sciences Professional (Field Role)

SVO requires a dedicated and highly resilient Animal Sciences expert to engage in intensive fieldwork across multiple regional locations.

🎓 Education & Experience Requirements:

  • Education: BSc. or MSc. Degree in Animal Sciences or related agricultural fields.
  • Experience: 2 to 5 years of experience in agricultural or related fieldwork. Experience working as a Development Agent (DA) or in Private Farms is highly valued.
  • Language: Strict fluency in English, Afan Oromo, and Amharic is absolutely required.

⚙️ Key Requirements & Desirables:

  • Field Readiness: Must be willing to engage in intensive fieldwork and work anywhere as assigned by the organization (Duty stations include Ambo, Burayu, or Bako).
  • Resilience: Proven ability to work under pressure with strong character, commitment, and work confidence.
  • References: You must provide at least one formal recommendation letter from a supervisor or a church/community leader.