The human rights situation in Ethiopia remains a complex and critical issue, characterized by a mix of formal institutional reforms and significant, ongoing violations tied to regional conflicts and political instability.
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Key Human Rights Issues (2024–2026)
Reports from international and domestic monitors highlight several persistent concerns:
- Conflict-Related Abuses: Fighting between government forces and regional militias (notably in Amhara, Oromia, and post-conflict Tigray) has led to extrajudicial killings, mass displacement, and the destruction of civilian infrastructure like hospitals.
- Arbitrary Detention: Authorities frequently use state-of-emergency laws to arrest journalists, opposition politicians, and activists without due process.
- Freedom of Expression: There is a documented erosion of civic space, including internet shutdowns in conflict zones and intimidation of human rights defenders.
- Sexual and Gender-Based Violence: Conflict-related sexual violence remains a severe issue, with reports of rape used as a method of warfare.
- Impunity: Meaningful accountability for past and present abuses is often described as lacking, with many government investigations seen as insufficient or non-transparent.
Position 1: Human Rights Officer
Education: MA/BA Degree in LLM, Human Rights Law, International Law.
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Experience: 4 years of relevant experience for BA and 2 years of relevant experience for MA.
Other Requirements
- Computer literate.
- Knowledge of Amharic & English is required.
- Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous.
Salary: 31405 – 27129 / Monthly
Allowance:
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House Allowance: 12,000.00,
Transport Allowance: 4,000.00
Location: Head Office
Position 2: Coordinator, Communication and Media
| Education | MA/BA Degree in Journalism, Communication, Public Relations, International Studies, Political Science and other related field |
| Experience | 8 years of relevant experience for BA and 6 years of relevant experience for MA Experience in management of resources |
| Other Requirements | Computer literate. Knowledge of Amharic and English is required.Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous. |
Salary: 38173 – 32976 / Monthly
Allowance:
House Allowance:Â 15,000.00,
Transport Allowance:Â 4,000.00
Location: Head Office
Deadline for application: March 31, 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
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