Multimedia Director - Merq Consultancy PLC, Addis-Abeba

About MERQ Consultancy PLC

MERQ Consultancy PLC is an evidence-driven organization specializing in Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Quality Improvement in health and the humanities. The organization is committed to strengthening knowledge translation, public engagement, and societal impact through strategic multimedia initiatives.

MERQ has invested in state-of-the-art multimedia production infrastructure to develop high-quality products including health education materials, documentaries, educational modules, and digital platforms. A strategic priority is the development of family-focused multimedia products that promote health, social well-being, and informed decision-making, as well as strengthening the public visibility and accessibility of research findings and key public health initiatives.

Position Overview

The Multimedia Director will lead the conceptualization, production, dissemination, and strategic positioning of multimedia content that supports MERQ's research, education, advocacy, and public engagement mission. This role encompasses the creation of documentaries, educational materials, family-oriented multimedia products, and multimedia platforms.

The Multimedia Director will play a critical role in strengthening the public visibility of MERQ's work by collaborating with program leads to conduct strategic public relations for key research outputs and activities of public health importance.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic and Creative Leadership

• Develop and lead MERQ's multimedia and visual communications strategy aligned with organizational priorities
• Conceptualize and oversee production of multimedia products including:
  • Health education materials
  • Documentaries
  • Educational and training materials
  • Research dissemination content
  • Family-focused multimedia products promoting health and social well-being
• Translate complex research findings and technical information into compelling and accessible multimedia formats
• Establish production standards, workflows, and quality assurance processes