Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is looking for qualified candidates to fill the following position.
EHRC is committed to protecting all children from all forms of harm and to creating a safe and welcoming work environment. EHRC has zero-tolerance approach on sexual harassment and any harm against children. Hence, EHRC will only hire candidates whose background and behavior is aligned with anti-sexual harassment and child safeguarding principles.
Position 1: Associate Human Rights Officer
Qualifications and Experience:
LLB/MA/LLM in human Rights Law, International Law, or related fields.
Zero years of experience for MA/LLM holders and 2 years’ relevant experience for LLB.
Knowledge of Amharic is required.
Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous.
SALARY RANGE: Gross monthly salary of ETB 17,750.00 – ETB 20,567.00 plus ETB 8,640.00 Housing allowance and ETB 3,300.00 Transport allowance, depending on candidates qualification, experience and earning history
Location: Mekelle City office
Position 2: Human Rights Officer
Qualifications and Experience:
LLB/MA/LLM in human Rights Law, International Law, or related fields.
2 years relevant experience for MA/LLM holders and 4 years’ relevant experience for LLB.
Knowledge of Amharic is required.
Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous.
SALARY RANGE: Gross monthly salary of ETB 20,400.00 – ETB 23,683.00 plus ETB 8,640.00 Housing allowance and ETB 3,300.00 Transport allowance, depending on candidates qualification, experience and earning history.
Location: Mekelle City office
Position 3: Associate Human Rights Officer, Delivery
Qualifications and Experience:
LLB/MA/LLM in human Rights Law, International Law, or related fields.
Zero years of experience for MA/LLM holders and 2 years’ relevant experience for LLB.
Knowledge of Amharic is required.
Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous
SALARY RANGE: Gross monthly salary of ETB 17,750.00 – ETB 20,567.00 plus ETB 8,640.00 Housing allowance and ETB 3,300.00 Transport allowance, depending on candidates qualification, experience and earning history.
Location: Semera City office
Deadline for application: June 9th 2025
How To Apply:
Interested candidates should write a covering letter, explaining why you are interested in this role, why you are the right person for the job with a recent CV which should be sent to the following
email address: HRM@ehrc.org
Please include the name of the position and location on the subject of the email. Candidates who didn’t follow the procedure will be rejected automatically. Please do not respond to the automatic reply.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for written exam and interview.
Women candidates and candidates with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.