About the Job
Organization: Addis Standard / Jakenn Publishing PLC
Position Type: Full-time, Fixed-Term (6 Months)
Duty Station: Addis Ababa / Hybrid
Reports To: IT / Digital Manager
Background Addis Standard is a leading independent media organization in Ethiopia. We are seeking a highly skilled GIS & Software Developer to design and implement two critical digital systems within a six-month period:
Interactive Election Mapping Platform: For the Ethiopia 2026 election, integrated into our existing website.
Integrated News Management System (INMS): A web-based platform to support newsroom workflows, digital asset management, internal administration (HR/Finance), and automated publishing.
Key Responsibilities
Interactive Election Mapping:
Develop web-based election maps using GIS technologies (e.g., Leaflet, Mapbox, or OpenLayers).
Design election data models and visualization layers for real-time or near-real-time updates.
Ensure high performance and mobile responsiveness for public audiences.
Integrated News Management System (INMS):
Develop a custom workflow: Reporter → Managing Editor → Editor-in-Chief.
Build a Digital Asset Management (DAM) system for photos, audio, and video.
Develop internal modules for Finance, HR, and Asset Management.
Create API integrations for automatic publishing to the website (WordPress) and social media platforms.
Set up and manage the hosting environment on a dedicated Linux server.
Contract & Compensation
Duration: 6 months (Full-time).
Compensation: Competitive monthly salary, subject to performance reviews and project milestones
About You
Technical Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, GIS, or a related field.
GIS Expertise: Proven experience with web mapping and spatial data (PostGIS, GeoServer, etc.).
Full-Stack Development: Strong experience in modern web frameworks and database management (PostgreSQL/MySQL).
Integrations: Experience with WordPress REST API and Social Media APIs (Meta, X/Twitter).
Server Management: Proficient in Linux server administration and deployment.
Mindset: Ability to work independently and meet strict milestones in a fast-paced media environment.
Requirement Skill
Database management
Analytical skills
Decision-making skills
Communication
Attention to detail
Problem solving
How To Apply
How to Apply Interested candidates should submit an Updated CV, a Short Cover Letter, and a Portfolio/Links to relevant projects (especially GIS or CMS platforms) to:
Email: hr@addisstandard.com
Application Deadline: January 16, 2026
