The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is seeking qualified individuals to occupy the following position.
EHRC is dedicated to safeguarding all children from various forms of harm and to fostering a secure and inclusive workplace. EHRC maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding sexual harassment and any form of harm directed at children. Therefore, EHRC will exclusively employ candidates whose backgrounds and conduct are consistent with the principles of anti-sexual harassment and child protection.
Position 1: Human Rights Officer, Women’s Rights
Qualifications and Experience:
- LLM/MA/LLB in Law, Human Rights Law, International Law, Gender Studies, or related fields.
- 4 years of relevant experience for LLB and 2 years of relevant experience for LLM/MA.
- Computer literate
- Knowledge of Amharic is required. Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous.
- Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for written exam and interview.
- Women candidates and candidates with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.
Salary: 27129 – 31405 / Monthly
Allowance:
House Allowance: 12,000.00,
Transport Allowance: 4,000.00
Location: Asossa City Office
Position 2: Coordinator, Partnership
Qualifications and Experience:
- LLM/LLB Degree in Law, Human Rights Law, International Law, Political Science, International Relations, or related fields.
- 8 years of relevant experience for LLB/BA
- 6 years of relevant experience for LLM/MA
- Computer literate.
- Knowledge of Amharic and English is required.
- Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous.
- Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for written exam and interview.
- Women candidates and candidates with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.
Salary: 32976 – 38173 / Monthly
Allowance:
House Allowance: 16,800.00,
Representation Allowance: 3,800.00,
Transport Allowance: 4,000.00
Location: Head Office
Position 3: Senior Legal Expert
Qualifications and Experience:
- MA in Human Rights Law, LLM, International Law.
- 6 years of writing, editing or producing human rights related outputs.
- Computer literate.
- Strong knowledge of Amharic and English is required.
- Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous.
- Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for written exam and interview.
- Women candidates and candidates with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.
Salary: 32976 – 38173 / Monthly
Allowance:
House Allowance: 16,800.00,
Representation Allowance: 3,800.00,
Transport Allowance: 4,000.00
Location: Head Office
Deadline for application: April 7, 2026
How To Apply:
Interested and qualified Applicants can apply through the following links:
https://hris.ehrc.org/Vacancies/Index
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for written exam and interview.
Women candidates and candidates with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.