European Center for Electoral Support Vacancy

The Coalition of Ethiopian Civil Society Organizations for Elections (CECOE) is a non-profit, non-governmental civil society organization that was founded in 2019 and is registered with the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Authority for Civil Society Organizations (ACSO) under registration number 4748, in compliance with Proclamation No. 1113/2019.

In anticipation of the 7th General Election, CECOE intends to deploy 5,000 Short-Term Observers (STOs) throughout the nation. To facilitate the collection, cleaning, and analysis of data obtained by the STOs, CECOE will set up an Election Situation Room that will operate from May 26 to June 4, 2026 (this date is subject to change).

Position: Data Clerks

Qualification Requirements:

• Education: Minimum of a diploma or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., law, political science, information technology, statistics, or social sciences).
• Data Skills: Basic proficiency in data management tools such as Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or similar software. Familiarity with data cleaning techniques is an advantage.
• Core Competencies: Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, effective written and verbal communication skills in English, and the ability to work effectively in a team under supervision.

Code of Conduct

• Selected Data Clerks must comply with CECOE’s policies and maintain professional conduct

Payment

• Data Clerks will receive a gross daily remuneration equivalent to EUR 34, payable in Ethiopian Birr at the applicable exchange rate, for Six (6) approved working days only, based on signed attendance sheets and supervisor verification. Applicable tax shall be deducted.

The engagement period will cover 8 days within this time frame. Data Clerks must be proficient in one of the following languages, multilingual are most welcome:

Tasks and Specific duties

Under the direct supervision of CECOE officers, Data Clerks will be responsible for collecting and processing election observation reports from field observers. The Specific Duties are:

• Receive and verify observation reports from Short-Term Observers.
• Contact observers, using designated communication channels, to follow up on reported critical incidents.
• Input, validate, and clean observation data within the established system.
• Maintain confidentiality
• Perform any other duties assigned by CECOE within the scope of the assignment.

CECOE will provide practical training to ensure Data Clerks are fully prepared for their responsibilities.

Schedule of Engagement (subject to revision):

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their CV and a Motivation letter to recruitment@eces.eu by 14th of May 2026. Please mention “Data Clerks– EURECS II” in the subject line of your email.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.