Ethiopian Human Rights Commission – External Vacancy Announcement

The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission invites qualified applicants for the following positions:

1️⃣ Personal Assistant

📍 Location: Hawassa City Office
📄 Employment Type: 6-Month Contract (Possibility of Extension)
👥 Number Required: 1
📅 Application Deadline: March 12, 2026

📝 Job Summary

The Personal Assistant provides support to employees with disabilities to enable them to perform their duties effectively within the workplace and during official activities.

Key responsibilities include assisting with administrative tasks, accessibility support, and providing mobility assistance during meetings, workshops, and field travel.

📋 Key Responsibilities

Filing and organizing paper documents
Retrieving work materials that are out of reach
Accompanying employees within the office and during meetings or workshops
Providing travel assistance during field visits
Reading handwritten or printed documents for visually impaired staff
Acting as a sighted guide during meetings and events
Assisting with personal care tasks when necessary
Converting inaccessible documents into accessible formats
Performing other duties assigned by supervisors

🎓 Education Requirement

BA Degree or Diploma (Level IV Certificate) in Social Science fields

💼 Experience Requirement

BA Degree: No experience required
Diploma (Level IV): Minimum 2 years experience in:
- Personal Assistant
- Secretarial Service
- Office Management

💰 Salary & Benefits

💵 Monthly Salary: ETB 13,023 – 14,995
🏠 House Allowance: ETB 6,050
🚍 Transport Allowance: ETB 4,000

🧠 Required Skills

Communication skills
Analytical thinking
Problem-solving skills
Attention to detail
Decision-making ability

📚 Additional Requirements

Commitment to working with persons with disabilities
Computer literacy
Knowledge of Amharic and English is required
Knowledge of additional local languages is an advantage

🔗 How To Apply

Interested applicants should apply through the official HR portal:

Apply Here:
https://hris.ehrc.org/Vacancies/VacancyDetails/8bc8790c-19f7-4939-9c11-f10948aaa39d

⚠ Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for written exam and interview.
👩 Women candidates and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

2️⃣ Registrar

📍 Location: Bahir Dar City Office
📄 Employment Type: Open Contract (Indefinite Period)
👥 Number Required: 1
📅 Application Deadline: March 19, 2026

📝 Job Summary

The Registrar is responsible for receiving and processing human rights complaints through the Commission’s case management system. The role ensures proper documentation, communication with complainants, and support for investigation and monitoring processes.

📋 Key Responsibilities

Receive and process human rights complaints
Maintain records in the case management system
Issue summons and decisions in coordination with case managers
Provide assistance and information to individuals lodging complaints
Manage complaint-related documentation and data systems
Monitor compliance handling and response time
Compile and analyze complaint data and reports
Provide recommendations on policies, guidelines, and procedures

🎓 Education Requirement

Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in:

Law
Human Rights Law
International Law
LLM or related legal fields

💼 Experience Requirement

BA Degree: Minimum 6 years relevant experience
MA Degree: Minimum 4 years relevant experience

💰 Salary & Benefits

💵 Monthly Salary: ETB 29,910 – 34,624
🏠 House Allowance: ETB 12,100
🚍 Transport Allowance: ETB 4,000

🧠 Required Skills

Analytical skills
Communication skills
Problem-solving ability
Decision-making skills
Attention to detail

📚 Additional Requirements

Computer literacy
Knowledge of Amharic is required
Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous

🔗 How To Apply

Qualified candidates should apply through the official HR portal:

Apply Here:
Registrar | HRIS

⚠ Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for written exam and interview.
👩 Women candidates and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

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