Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) – Job Vacancy Announcement

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Organization: Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC)
Location: Head Office, Addis Ababa
Application Deadline: Tuesday, 14th October 2025
Application Email: HRM@ehrc.org

EHRC invites qualified candidates to apply for the following positions. Women and candidates with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

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1. Human Rights Officer – Research, Campaign, and Advocacy

Number of Positions: 1
Reports To: Director, Disability Rights and Rights of Older Persons
Contract Type: Open/Indefinite
Salary: ETB 20,400 – 23,683 + ETB 8,640 Housing + ETB 3,300 Transport

Purpose of the Job:
Support the development and implementation of advocacy and campaign strategies to promote and protect the rights of persons with disabilities and older persons in Ethiopia.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop advocacy and campaign plans on priority human rights issues
• Conduct awareness-raising campaigns and programs
• Assess protection needs of persons with disabilities and older persons
• Support legislative and policy initiatives
• Communicate and influence stakeholders, including government authorities
• Conduct research, legal reviews, and produce advocacy briefs
• Organize events and movements for human rights promotion
• Follow up on international and regional treaty recommendations
• Maintain stakeholder relationships and coordinate capacity building
• Prepare progress reports for the Director

Qualifications & Experience:

• LLB/LLM Degree in Law, Human Rights Law, or International Law
• 4 years relevant experience for LLB, 2 years for LLM
• Computer literate; Amharic required, other local languages advantageous

Required Skills:

• Time management, problem-solving, teamwork

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2. Partnership Coordinator

Number of Positions: 1
Reports To: Director, Partnership
Contract Type: Open/Indefinite
Salary: ETB 25,756 – 30,676 + ETB 12,000 Housing + ETB 3,300 Transport + ETB 1,800 Representation

Purpose of the Job:
Coordinate engagement with partners, ensure effective collaboration, and follow up on joint projects to uphold EHRC partnership principles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop partnership identification and selection guidelines
• Provide technical support to staff on partner relations
• Coordinate partnership activities, evaluate commitments, and maintain records
• Network with local, regional, and national stakeholders
• Maintain a central database for partnership activities
• Monitor partnership performance and compliance
• Perform additional tasks as assigned

Qualifications & Experience:

• LLB/LLM or BA/MA in Law, Human Rights Law, Political Science, International Relations, or related field
• 8 years relevant experience for LLB/BA, 6 years for LLM/MA
• Computer literate; proficiency in Amharic and English required, other local languages advantageous

Required Skills:

• Time management, problem-solving, teamwork

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How to Apply (for both positions):

• Submit a covering letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role
• Attach a recent CV
• Send to HRM@ehrc.org
• Include the position name and location in the email subject
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for written exam and interview

Important Notes:

• EHRC has a zero-tolerance policy on sexual harassment and child harm
• Candidates must align with child safeguarding and ethical principles

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