EthSwitch serves as the National Switch, owned collectively by all banks, both private and public, operating in Ethiopia, along with the National Bank of Ethiopia, Microfinance Institutions (MFIs), Payment Instrument Issuers (PIIs), and Payment Service Operators (PSOs).
EthSwitch is tasked with establishing interoperability among financial institutions, executing a Domestic Payment Scheme, offering a National Payment Gateway, acting as a central hub for clearing and settlement, and delivering shared platform and infrastructure services.
Position 1: Senior Auditor
Qualification:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Management, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge and practical application of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), financial reporting, and accounting principles.
- Professional certifications such as CIA, ACCA, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- 5/3 years of relevant work experience out of which 2 years in officer position
- Relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, financial management, procurement, or operational auditing.
- Experience in auditing financial statements prepared in accordance with IFRS will be an added advantage.
Location: Addis Ababa
Position 2: Senior Auditor – Digital Payments
Qualification:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Banking, Economics, Information Systems, or related field.
- Knowledge of payment systems, digital financial services, or banking operations is highly desirable.
- Professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, ACCA, or equivalent are an advantage.
- 6/4 years of relevant work experience out of which 2 years in professional positions
- Relevant experience in digital payments, banking operations, or internal auditing.
Location: Addis Ababa
Position 3: Senior IT Auditor (Cybersecurity & Technology Audit)
Qualification:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Security, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, or equivalent are an advantage.
- 6/4 years of relevant work experience out of which 2 years in professional positions
- Relevant experience in IT Audit, Cybersecurity, or Information Systems Audit
Location: Addis Ababa
Position 4: Manager – Card Payment Switch Division
Qualification:
- BSc/MSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related fields of studies
- 8/6 years of relevant work experience out of which 3 years in senior officer positions.
The Manager, Card Payment Switch is charge of to ensure efficient and effective operations. This role involves developing and executing the division’s strategic plan in alignment with organizational goals, overseeing the onboarding and integration of new financial institutions, and driving the implementation of new products and services in the card, ATM, and POS domains.
Location: Addis Ababa
Deadline: August 4, 2026
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application with non-returnable CV, educational qualifications and work experience to hr@ethswitch.com, stating the title of the position clearly on the subject line. Qualified female applicants are highly encouraged.
*Please be aware that it is mandatory to attach your credentials (educational qualifications and work experience) along with your CV. Submitting only your CV is not sufficient.
*Please be advised that all applicants’ Educational Credentials will be verified with the respective higher institutions.