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Ethiopian Human Rights Commission Vacancy 2025 (3 Positions) – Apply Now!

 Deadline: June 9, 2025
 Locations: Mekelle & Semera, Ethiopia
 Hiring Organization: Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC)

About EHRC

The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is an independent national human rights institution committed to ensuring human rights protection for all. EHRC maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward sexual harassment and harm against children, and all employees must adhere strictly to child safeguarding and anti-harassment principles.

Open Positions

Position 1: Associate Human Rights Officer

• Qualifications:
  • LLB / MA / LLM in Human Rights Law, International Law, or related fields
  • Experience:
    • MA/LLM: 0 years
    • LLB: 2 years relevant experience
• Language:
  • Required: Amharic
  • Advantageous: Other local languages
• Location: Mekelle City Office
• Salary Package:
  • Gross Monthly Salary: ETB 17,750 – ETB 20,567
  • Housing Allowance: ETB 8,640
  • Transport Allowance: ETB 3,300

Position 2: Human Rights Officer

• Qualifications:
  • LLB / MA / LLM in Human Rights Law, International Law, or related fields
  • Experience:
    • MA/LLM: 2 years
    • LLB: 4 years
• Language:
  • Required: Amharic
  • Advantageous: Other local languages
• Location: Mekelle City Office
• Salary Package:
  • Gross Monthly Salary: ETB 20,400 – ETB 23,683
  • Housing Allowance: ETB 8,640
  • Transport Allowance: ETB 3,300

Position 3: Associate Human Rights Officer – Delivery

• Qualifications:
  • LLB / MA / LLM in Human Rights Law, International Law, or related fields
  • Experience:
    • MA/LLM: 0 years
    • LLB: 2 years relevant experience
• Language:
  • Required: Amharic
  • Advantageous: Other local languages
• Location: Semera City Office
• Salary Package:
  • Gross Monthly Salary: ETB 17,750 – ETB 20,567
  • Housing Allowance: ETB 8,640
  • Transport Allowance: ETB 3,300

How to Apply

 Interested applicants should send:

• A covering letter explaining your motivation and suitability for the role
• An up-to-date CV

Email to: HRM@ehrc.org
Use the job title and location in the subject line (e.g., Associate Human Rights Officer – Mekelle).

Note:

• Applications without proper subject lines or documentation will be automatically rejected.
• Do not respond to the automated reply.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a written test and interview.

EHRC strongly encourages:

• Women candidates
• Candidates with disabilities

to apply!

 Don’t miss this impactful career opportunity to stand up for human rights in Ethiopia. Apply before June 9, 2025!