External Vacancy Announcement: Lawyers for Human Rights (LHR)

Lawyers for Human Rights (LHR) is a civil society organization established to increase the role of lawyers in protecting human rights in Ethiopia. LHR is currently implementing a project titled “Improving access to justice in criminal justice process through legal aid services and capacity building activities” in Adama, Shashemene, and Addis Ababa.

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1. Project Officer

Location: Addis Ababa (with travel to Shashemene and Adama)

Employment Type: Six months (with possibility of extension)

Reports to: Program Director

Job Summary: The Project Officer coordinates and manages the day-to-day implementation of project activities. This includes overseeing planning, reporting, and supervising legal aid providers to ensure alignment with LHR’s strategic priorities and donor requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement project activities at prison centers in Shashemene, Adama, and the Addis Ababa Coordination Center.
• Monitor project budgets, tracking payments, and ensuring financial compliance.
• Organize workshops, trainings, and meetings; prepare terms of reference and concept papers.
• Supervise and evaluate the work of project staff and legal aid providers.
• Prepare and present timely narrative and financial reports to donor organizations.
• Ensure the integration of national and international human rights principles in all activities.

Qualifications:

• Education: Minimum LLB (Bachelor of Laws). A Master’s degree in Law, Human Rights, or Project Management is a plus.
• Experience: 3–5 years in project management, with at least 2 years specifically in Human Rights.
• Skills: Proficiency in MS Office, strong analytical skills, and knowledge of donor procedures.
• Languages: Fluency in Afan Oromo, Amharic, and English is highly desirable.

How to Apply: Send your CV and cover letter to vacancy@lhrethiopia.org and CC meron.tesfaye@lhrethiopia.org.

Subject Line: “Project Officer”

Deadline: Within 10 working days of this announcement.

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2. Assistant Lawyer

Location: Addis Ababa

Employment Type: Six months (with possibility of extension)

Required Number: One

Job Summary: The Assistant Lawyer supports the principal lawyer in providing free legal aid services to detainees in prison centers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the principal lawyer in rendering legal counsel and preparing pleadings/briefs.
• Manage documentation and clerical activities related to legal cases.
• Discharge duties in accordance with the ethical standards of the legal profession.
• Maintain clear records of all legal aid sessions and outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Education: University degree in Law (LLB).
• Experience: 0 years (Fresh Graduate).
• Knowledge: Sufficient understanding of the Ethiopian criminal justice system, procedural laws, and international human rights frameworks.
• Languages: Mandatory fluency in English and Amharic. Excellent documentation and communication skills.

How to Apply: Submit a Cover Letter and CV to consultancy@lhrethiopia.org and CC meron.tesfaye@lhrethiopia.org.

Deadline: Within 7 working days of this announcement.

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General Notes

• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply!
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• LHR is an equal opportunity employer committed to justice, fairness, and the respect of Human Rights.