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.
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.
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:
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: 15,000.00,
Transport Allowance: 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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