Kidy Foundation Video Editor and Social Media Content Producer Vacancy 2026

Kidy Foundation is hiring 12 Video Editors and Social Media Content Producers for its office in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia . The position is a contract, mid-level role requiring professional experience in video editing, post-production, multimedia content creation, and social media content production. Kidy Foundation is a nonprofit organization working to improve road safety, prevent vehicle collisions, support survivors, and empower communities through education and advocacy.

The successful candidates will produce multimedia content for programs, campaigns, events, and digital platforms, including podcast editing, short-form social media videos, event recaps, documentary content, photography, and social media graphics. Job Summary Job Title: Video Editor and Social Media Content Producer Organization: Kidy Foundation Job Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Location Type: Office / On-site Number of Positions: 12 Career Level: Mid Level Experience: 3–5 years Employment Type: Contract Application Deadline: October 13, 2026 Key Responsibilities The Video Editor and Social Media Content Producer will: Edit multicamera podcast recordings, interviews, event footage, documentaries, and other long-form content.

Improve video pacing and clarity by removing filler, false starts, dead air, and unnecessary material. Clean and balance dialogue, music, and sound effects. Correct exposure, white balance, contrast, and colour across footage from different cameras. Produce short-form social media clips from podcasts, interviews, events, and longer videos. Plan, shoot, and edit simple talking-head videos, announcements, behind-the-scenes content, and field stories.

Set up basic lighting and audio equipment for short-form productions. Create vertical, square, and horizontal video versions for different social media platforms. Add subtitles, captions, animated titles, lower thirds, music, b-roll, and simple motion graphics. Create social media graphics, quote cards, campaign visuals, event promotions, carousels, and YouTube thumbnails. Edit and retouch photographs for social media, websites, and print materials.

Produce Amharic and English subtitles and on-screen text with appropriate spelling, typography, and line breaks. Apply Kidy Foundation's logo, colours, fonts, and visual standards consistently. Organize, label, back up, and archive footage, photographs, audio, project files, and final exports. Maintain reusable templates and export presets for frequently produced content. Work with media, communications, content, and programme teams to understand briefs and meet publishing deadlines.

Present draft edits for review and implement feedback promptly. Handle interviews and personal stories involving survivors and affected families with care, sensitivity, and confidentiality. Work Location and Schedule This is a fully on-site position based at the Kidy Foundation Head Office in Addis Ababa . The successful candidates must be available to work from the office during regular working hours.

Occasional travel within Addis Ababa and outside the city may be required for approved filming assignments, events, and field activities. Evening or weekend work may occasionally be required around major events and publishing deadlines. Education and Experience Requirements Applicants must meet one of the following pathways: Path A TVET Certificate or Diploma, Level III or IV, in Film and Television Production, Multimedia Technology, Journalism and Communications, Graphic Design, or a closely related field.

At least 5 years of relevant professional video-editing or post-production experience. Path B Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Software, Computer, Electronics and Communication, Mechanical, Civil, Industrial, or another relevant engineering field. 2–4 years of professional video-editing experience. Essential Requirements Applicants should have: A portfolio or showreel demonstrating professional video-editing ability.

At least 1 year of experience editing long-form v