Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is looking for qualified candidates to fill the following positions

Purpose of the Job:

To support in the day-to-day activities of monitoring and investigation activities and projects.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist investigation of human rights complaints assigned to him/her;
• Support to decisions in consultation with coordinators and Senior Human Rights Officers;
• Assist in monitoring of places of detention and draft reports;
• Contribute to human rights monitoring during emergencies;
• Support in Proposing areas for systemic investigation and refer them to thematic functions in consultation with the coordinator;
• Participate in managing partnerships and relationships with stakeholders;
• Assist in conducting research on human rights issues as appropriate;
• Contribute to input revisions of guidelines, manuals, and tools;
• Perform other related duties as assigned by executives.

Reports to: Head of Gambella Office

Duration: Open/Indefinite contract

Salary Range: Gross monthly salary of ETB 19,818.00- ETB 23,603.00 plus ETB 7,200.00 Housing allowance and ETB 2,200.00 Transport allowance, depending on candidates qualification, experience and earning history

Job Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• MA/BA Degree Law, Human Rights Law, International Law.
• Zero years of experience for MA holders, 2 years relevant experience or
• 6-12 months participation on Young Leaders Program (Internship Program)
• Computer literate
• Knowledge of Amharic and English is required, Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous