Communications and Media Assistant (1 Positions)- Open to Somali Nationals Only

Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organization for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children’s lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with 15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We’re changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.

Role Dimensions:

Save the Children operates across all zones in Somalia and currently has three main area offices and additional 11 field offices. Programmatically Somalia is a large Country Office with more than $100million annual budget and staff over 650 staff.

ROLE PURPOSE:

The Communications and Media Assistant (CMA) will play a key role in supporting the Puntland Area Office by working closely with the Head of Communications & Media and the Program Development, Communication & Engagement Department. The role focuses on developing child-centered and child-led content that amplifies children’s voices while ensuring strict adherence to safeguarding protocols. The incumbent will be responsible for creating compelling visual and written content, managing media relations, supporting digital communications across multiple platforms, and documenting program impact through case studies and success stories. The role involves coordinating media visits, providing interpretation and translation services, supporting advocacy communications, and maintaining relationships with local and international media partners. The assistant will work with minimal supervision while navigating the complex political and security environment of Puntland, Somalia, ensuring effective communication and engagement with diverse stakeholders including children, communities, government officials, donors, and media representatives.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Reports to: Head of Communications & Media

QUALIFICATIONS

•  Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Media, Communications, English, Development Studies, or related fields.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

•  At least 1-2 years of experience as a journalist, communications, media, content creator, or similar role, preferably in the humanitarian/development sector.

Desirable:

•  Proficiency in photography, videography, and audio production skills, with experience handling relevant software (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.).
•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Somalia languages.
•  Strong ability to take initiative in the field and, when necessary, take control of high-pressure situations involving local and foreign journalists and SC staff.
•  Proven experience working in a multicultural environment with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, intercultural sensitivity, teamwork, and discretion with confidential information.
•  High adaptability to flexible working hours, long field visits, intense and stressful circumstances, and heavy workloads.
•  Good computer skills.
•  Demonstrable ability to meet deadlines and make decisions on prioritization when working under pressure on multiple projects.
•  Experience building personal networks of relevant media contacts.
•  Commitment to SC values.
•  Experience in communication and documentation, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
•  Strong skills in teamwork and networking.

Please apply in English saving your CV and cover letter as a single document. To see a full a job description, please visit our website at

Application will be closed on 29^th October 2025

We need to keep children safe, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy

Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified talent.

Disclaimer:

Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process and does not act through recruitment agents

Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified Peace Building Officer.

About the job

The Peace building Officer will play a key role in updating the conflict and context analysis, serving as a bridge between communities, local administration, and program teams. The role supports the Economic Recovery (ER) team to ensure that peacebuilding and conflict sensitivity are fully integrated into program implementation and the Market Systems Development (MSD) approach.

Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

•  Take an Active Role in periodic project review and planning meetings and external meeting as often as requested by the Economic Recovery Team Leader.
•  Take a lead role in the documentation of lessons learned and ensure they are fed in the design of the Activities.
•  Support the ECREC Team Leader in establishing relations with local administration, civil society organizations, and international/local organizations implementing similar interventions, along with supporting Ecrec Rec team in carrying out project activities.
•  Assist in developing Peace building concept notes and proposals towards future fund raising.
•  Gather community feedbacks and feed into the monthly accountability template.
•  Develop relevant training manuals and practices for target Beneficiaries and lead in facilitating training where necessary.
•  Ensure all project Beneficiaries are properly mentored and supported throughout the project.
•  Participate in the monthly BFU review meetings to know where the project stands with the given project Duration as well as technical implementation working group (TIG) meetings.
•  Take part in field reporting by preparing technical internal and external reports for DRC,Boresha_Nabad Activities in the project Target areas and also support post implementation monitoring as when Required.
•  Coordinate field reporting, prepare monthly progress reports, share weekly updates for context upadtes with the Economic Recovery Team leader for consolidation.
•  Promote Collaboration and synergy between DRC, Deris Wacan, PLACE Boresha Consortium Members, partners, local authorities, local communities and other Agency interventions.
•  Support the consortium members and DRC Somalia Project manager to ensure effective liaison with stake holders and relevant Government line ministries as needed.
•  Participate the project manager through contributing to the PMM preparations for the project.
•  Develop area-based work plans in consultation with other team members and submit them to your line manager.
•  Prepare a procurement plan reflecting activity expenditure, raise purchase requisitions on time, and track processing of activity-related procurement.
•  Deliver project activities per DRC’s HDPB Framework and Community Safety Operational Guidelines, including facilitating the formation of the Community-Police Dialogue Collaboration (CPDC) Committee, organizing community-police dialogue forums, and training Guurti-plus/Peace Committee members on conflict management and mediation processes.
•  Support the Guurti-plus/Peace Committee in documenting and resolving inter-communal disputes, inter-clan conflicts, and different types of violence. Ensure referral pathways are documented when resolving conflicts.
•  Build the capacity of CPDC committee, Guurti-plus, and other community groups on advocacy, leadership, and accountability.
•  Ensure evidence-based implementation by capturing high-quality photos and short clips of activities. Document and share lessons learned and best practices.
•  Work closely with the MEAL team in organizing sensitizations to raise awareness on how to use the Interactive Voice Response System for beneficiary feedback mechanisms.
•  Maintain records of project activities in both softcopy and hardcopy. Promote timely data storage mechanisms such as the use of OneDrive.
•  Participate in project studies such as quarterly perception surveys and outcome monitoring., Contribute to the timely

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to have:

•  Bachelor’s Degree in Conflict, Peace and Security; Security and Governance; Law; Social Sciences; Development Studies, Community Development, Project Management, or another relevant subject
•  Minimum of three years of progressive experience in implementing Peace building projects, with demonstrated experience in resilience programming.
•  Languages: Proficiency in written and spoken English and Somali
•  Demonstrated knowledge of community mobilization/involvement techniques.
•  Experience working with pastoral communities;
•  Excellent leadership skills, including planning, organizational skills, problem-solving capabilities, innovation, and industriousness.
•  Understanding of EU donor reporting requirements.
•  Proven experience in Microsoft applications (Ms. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
•  Excellent communication skills and a good sense of humor.
•  Working experience and knowledge of the local duty station.
•  Political and cultural sensitivity, with an ability to adapt well to local cultures.
•  Ability to manage internal/external pressures.
•  Ability to work independently at a fully professional level.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies: Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.

Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.

Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.

Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.

Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

Contract length: 1 year with the possibility of extension, subject to funding.

Employment Band: None Management, H2

Work location: Beled-Hawo

Start date: 15th November 2025

Reporting to: Economic Recovery Team Leader

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for

employees on national contract.

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 9th October 2025.

For more information about the Danish Refugee Council, please visit our website drc.ngo.

Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment regardless of personal characteristics or attributes.

Supply Chain Assistant Dhobley (1 Positions)- Open to Somali Nationals Only

Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organization for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children’s lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with 15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We’re changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.

Role Dimensions:

Save the Children operates across all zones in Somalia and currently has three main area offices and additional 11 field offices. Programmatically Somalia is a large Country Office with more than $110million annual budget and staff over 700 staff.

ROLE PURPOSE:

The Supply Chain assistant is responsible for supporting the management of procurement, vehicle fleet, asset, warehousing and transport as well communication to ensure effective, transparent, and accountable supply chain network of Jubaland .

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Reports to: Supply Chain Officer-Jubaland

QUALIFICATIONS

•  Minimum bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business administration, economics/ finance or other relevant disciplines.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

•  At least one-year experience in fields of warehousing, logistics/supply chain with NGO’s and INGOs.

Desirable:

•  Computer skills, with focus on word processing and excel.
•  Strong morals including honesty, transparency, generosity, altruism and respect.
•  Experience in working in harsh environment would be an added advantage.
•  Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a team.
•  Able to work independently and with limited supervision.

Please apply in English saving your CV and cover letter as a single document. To see a full a job description, please visit our website at

Application will be closed on 1^st October 2025.

We need to keep children safe, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy

Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified talent.

Disclaimer:

Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process and does not act through recruitment agents