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🟣 Ethiopian Lawyers with Disabilities Association (ELDA) Vacancy Announcement

The Ethiopian Lawyers with Disabilities Association (ELDA) invites qualified and committed professionals to apply for the following positions under its project “Forced Begging among Persons with Disabilities in Ethiopia”, implemented in collaboration with the Population Council.

📍 Location: Addis Ababa
📅 Deadline: February 6, 2026
⏳ Contract Duration: 6 months (with possibility of extension/renewable as stated)

1️⃣ Position: Rescue Officer (Day Time & Night Time)

🔹 Project Overview

The project aims to strengthen prosecution of offenders, protect and rehabilitate victims, and operate free legal aid and hotline services for children (with and without disabilities) exposed to forced begging.

💰 Salary & Benefits

✔ Day-Time Rescue Officer

Basic Salary: 30,000 Birr
Transportation Allowance: 1,500 Birr
Communication Allowance: 700 Birr
Other benefits

✔ Night-Time Rescue Officer

Basic Salary: 40,000 Birr
Transportation Allowance: 1,500 Birr
Communication Allowance: 700 Birr
Other benefits

🎯 Key Responsibilities

Track and locate children exposed to forced begging via ELDA hotline
Assess risks and identify immediate threats
Coordinate with police and relevant authorities for rescue operations
Ensure communication between hotline team, legal experts, and Project Coordinator
Remain on standby during assigned shifts
Conduct field monitoring and follow-up on rescued cases
Maintain proper documentation and prepare reports
Apply child safeguarding and disability-inclusive approaches

🎓 Qualifications

🔹 Night-Time Rescue Officer

Diploma or above in Policing, Public Prosecution, Security Studies, Criminology, or related fields
Minimum 2 years relevant experience in law enforcement, security, or child protection

🔹 Day-Time Rescue Officer

Diploma or above in Special Needs Education, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Community Development, or related social sciences
Minimum 2 years relevant experience in child protection or social services

✅ Required for Both Positions

Proven experience working with persons with disabilities and disability inclusion programs
Strong communication and coordination skills
Ability to respond to emergencies and work under pressure
Knowledge of child protection and human rights principles
Willingness to work flexible hours (including nights & weekends)
Fluency in Amharic (English is an asset)
NGO / legal aid / justice sector experience is advantageous
Preference given to qualified women candidates

2️⃣ Position: National Hotline Operations Supervisor

📍 Location: Addis Ababa (with national oversight)
⏳ Duration: 6-month renewable contract

💰 Salary & Benefits

Basic Salary: 45,000 Birr
Transportation Allowance: 1,500 Birr
Communication Allowance: 700 Birr
Other benefits

🎯 Overall Purpose

Lead and manage the national hotline service ensuring ethical, timely, and high-quality documentation, referral, and handling of cases related to forced begging and child protection concerns.

🔹 Key Responsibilities

1. Hotline Operations Management

Oversee daily hotline operations
Develop and update SOPs
Ensure adherence to referral protocols
Supervise staff scheduling

2. Supervision & Capacity Building

Mentor and supervise hotline operators
Conduct trainings on child protection, disability inclusion & ethics
Identify capacity gaps

3. Ethical Standards & Safeguarding

Ensure confidentiality, informed consent & data protection
Address ethical breaches
Promote survivor-centered and disability-inclusive approach

4. Case Referral & Coordination

Ensure accurate documentation and classification of cases
Coordinate referrals to:
- Police
- Public Prosecutor
- Child Protection Services
- Other authorized partners
Follow up on referred cases

5. Data Management & Quality Control

Oversee data systems
Conduct quality checks
Ensure secure data storage
Produce reports and case summaries

6. Reporting & Representation

Prepare weekly, monthly & quarterly reports
Contribute to donor reporting
Represent ELDA in coordination meetings

🎓 Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Law, Sociology, Public Health, or related fields (Master’s is an asset)
5–7 years relevant experience, including 3 years in supervisory/coordination role
Experience in hotline management, child protection, GBV, or case management
Strong understanding of child protection laws and referral systems
Experience working with justice/law enforcement institutions is desirable
Excellent communication and report writing skills
Proficiency in Amharic & English (additional local languages are an asset)
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Preference given to qualified women candidates