Ethiopian Human Rights Commission Vacancy

Ethiopian Human Rights Commission 

The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is seeking qualified individuals to fill various positions.

EHRC is dedicated to protecting all children from any kind of harm and fostering a safe and inclusive work environment.
The organization strictly opposes sexual harassment and any form of harm to children. Therefore, EHRC will only consider candidates whose background and conduct align with anti-sexual harassment and child protection policies.

Position 1: Personal Assistant  

Education: A bachelor's degree (BA) or a diploma (Level IV certificate) in any social science field.

Experience:  
- For candidates with a bachelor's degree: No prior work experience is required.

- For candidates with a diploma (Level IV certificate): Two years of experience working as a personal assistant, in secretarial services, or in office management is required.

Other Requirements:  
- Willingness and commitment to work with individuals with disabilities.

- Computer literacy.

- Proficiency in both Amharic and English.

- Knowledge of other local languages is an advantage.

Salary: 13,023 – 14,995 per month  
Allowances:  
- House Allowance: 6,050 Ethiopian Birr per month  
- Transport Allowance: 4,000 Ethiopian Birr per month  
Location: Head Office  

Position 2: Cleaner  

Required Qualification and Experience:  
- Education: Completion of 8th Grade  
- Experience: Two years of relevant work experience  
- Other Required Skills:  
  - Ability to speak, read, and write in Amharic.

  - Ability to uphold the commission’s core values.

Salary: 7,200 – 8,592 per month  
Allowance:  
- House Allowance: 6,050.00 Ethiopian Birr  
- Transport Allowance: 4,000.00 Ethiopian Birr  
Location: Head Office  

Position 3: Registrar  

Education: LL.B, LL.M, or MA in Human Rights Law, International Law, or Law  
Experience:  
- Six years of relevant experience for LL.B holders  
- Four years of relevant experience for MA/LL.M holders  
Key Responsibilities:  
- Receive and process human rights complaints using the case management system.

- Issue summons and copies of decisions.

- Determine the admissibility of complaints.

- Maintain records.

- Communicate with complainants.

Requirements:  
- Computer literacy.

- Proficiency in Amharic.

Position 4: Associate Human Rights Officer  

Education: BA/LL.B or MA/LL.M in Law, Human Rights Law, or International Law  
Experience:  
- Zero years of experience required for MA/LL.M. holders  
- Two years of relevant experience required for BA/LL. B holders (or 6–12 months of participation in a Young Leaders or Internship Program)  
Key Responsibilities:  
- Assist in investigating human rights complaints.

- Monitor detention facilities.

- Draft monitoring reports.

- Support emergency human rights monitoring activities.

Requirements:  
- Computer literacy.

- Proficiency in Amharic.

Position 5: Human Rights Officer – Monitoring and Investigation  

Department: Human Rights Monitoring and Investigation  
Education: LL.B, LL.M, or MA in Law, Human Rights Law, or International Law  
Experience:  
- Four years of relevant experience for LL.B holders  
- Two years of relevant experience for MA/LL.M holders  
Key Responsibilities:  
- Manage the investigation of human rights complaints.

- Conduct monitoring of detention centers.

- Draft reports.

- Issue recommendations.

- Develop advocacy and follow-up strategies.

Requirements:  
- Computer literacy.

- Proficiency in Amharic.

Position 6: Senior Legal Expert  

Department: Public Relations  
Education: LL.M. or MA in human rights law, international law, or related law fields  
Experience: Six years of experience in writing, editing, or producing human rights-related outputs  
Key Responsibilities:  
- Review and analyze legal and human rights trends.

- Draft policies and working procedures.

- Review investigation and monitoring reports.

- Prepare standard templates and documentation guidelines.

Requirements:  
- Strong knowledge of Amharic and English.

Computer literacy.

     How to Apply:  

Interested and qualified applicants should apply through the following link:  
HRIS – Job Portal  
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a written exam and interview.

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

Deadline: October 28, 2026