Vacancy announcement — 1 Sept 2026

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September 1, 2026 September 1, 2026

The Ethiopian Media Women Association (EMWA) is a non-governmental, non-partisan, and non-profit organization established in 1999. EMWA is dedicated to promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment within the media sector and beyond.

EMWA engages in a range of activities including capacity building for women media professionals, gender-sensitive journalism training, advocacy against gender-based violence (GBV), and promoting ethical and inclusive media practices.

EMWA is pleased to announce its 2026 paid Internship Program for a recent graduate in Journalism, Communication, and related fields. This program offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience, professional mentorship, and exposure to media and gender advocacy work.

Position: Communication Intern

Eligibility

Recent graduates with BA degree (within the last 2 years) in Journalism, Communication, or related fields

Strong interest in gender, media, and women’s rights advocacy

Excellent interpersonal skills, including:

Creativity and innovative thinking

Ability to create engaging content

Teamwork and collaboration

Eagerness to learn and grow

Commitment to professionalism, teamwork, and ethical conduct

This opportunity is open to female candidates only.

What We Offer

Practical skills in media, communications, and project management

Exposure to gender and media advocacy initiatives

Capacity-building training to enhance professional knowledge and skills

Mentorship from experienced media and development professionals

Opportunities to participate in media-related workshops, seminars, and panel discussions

Hands-on experience in writing articles for EMWA’s website and social media platforms

Opportunities in event coordination and organizational support

Practical skills in audio and video production for media content

A certificate and work experience letter upon successful completion

Duration: four months (September – December 2026)

Commitment: Full-time (Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM)

Salary: Based on EMWA’s organizational salary scale

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia