Ethiopian Human Rights Commission Vacancy

Ethiopian Human Rights Commission Vacancy

Ethiopian Human Rights Commission

Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is looking for qualified candidates to fill the  ensuing position. EHRC is committed to protecting all children from all forms of harm and to creating a safe and welcoming work environment. EHRC has zero- tolerance approach on sexual harassment and any harm against children. Hence, EHRC will only hire candidates whose background and behavior is aligned withanti-sexual harassment and child safeguarding principles.  

Position 1: Human Rights Officer  

Qualifications and Experience 

  • MA/ BA Degree in Law, Human Rights Law, International Law, Gender Studies, or related fields. 
  • 4 years of applicable experience for BA and 2 years of applicable experience for MA.  

Computer knowledgeable 

  • Knowledge of Amharic is required. Knowledge of other original languages is advantageous  
  • SALARY RANGE Gross yearly salary of ETB  22,989.00 – ETB  27,380.00 plus ETB  7,200.00 Housing allowance and ETB  2,200.00 Transport allowance, depending on candidates qualification, experience and earning history  

Location Mekle City Office  

Position 2: Driver  

Qualifications and Experience 

  • Applicable Driving license; 
  • High School graduate (10th grade complete); 
  • Diploma or Certificate in Auto mechanic is a plus; 
  • 2 years of experience working as a Driver. Field experience is a plus; 
  • Knowledge of Amharic is required. Knowledge of other original languages is  profitable.  
  • SALARY RANGE Gross yearly salary of ETB  7,915.00- ETB  9,162.00 plus ETB 3,600.00 Housing allowance and ETB  2,200.00 Transport allowance, depending on candidates qualification, experience and earning history.  

Location Mekle City Office  

Position 3: City Office Head  

Qualifications and Experience 

  • MA in Human Rights Law, LLM in Human Rights, LLM in International Law, LLM in Law (Public Law applicable to Human Rights). Candidates with Bachelor of Laws (LLB) but with exceptional experience can be considered. 
  • 6 years of applicable experience with MA 
  • Experience in management of resources 
  • Computer knowledgeable 
  • Knowledge of Amharic is required
  • Knowledge of other original languages is advantageous  
  • SALARY RANGE; Gross yearly salary of ETB  40,109.00 – ETB  49,136.00 plus ETB  10,000.00 Housing allowance and ETB  2,200.00 Transport allowance, depending on candidates qualification, experience and earning history  

Location Mekle City Office  

Deadline for application Thursday 31st of October, 2024.  

How To Apply  

Interested candidates should write a covering letter, explaining why you're interested in this role, why you're the right person for the job with a recent CV which should be sent to the following  email address HRM@ehrc.org

Please include the name of the position on the subject of the email. Candidates who did n’t follow the procedure will be rejected automatically.

Please don't respond to the automatic reply.  

Only short- listed candidates will be contacted for written exam and interview.  

Women candidates and candidates with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.