Vacant Position: One (one)

Location: Addis Ababa

Reports to: Director, Finance & Administration

Application Deadline: December 20, 2025

Employment Type: One year contract with possibility of renewal based on performance

Salary & Benefits: Per organization’s scale

Age: 35 – 55

1. Position Overview

Development and Social Services Commission is a development wing of the Ethiopian Evangelical Church Mekane Yesus registered under the FDRE ACSO and in operation for over 3 decades. Currently, the organization (EECMY DASSC) operates in all regions of the country with over 1600 employees.
We are seeking a qualified and motivated individual to join our team as an HR and Legal Affairs Officer. This dual-role position plays a vital part in managing human resources functions and ensuring legal compliance across the organization. This vacancy is open to both internal staff and external applicants who meet the qualifications and are passionate about contributing to a dynamic and mission-driven organization.

2. Key Responsibilities

Human Resources
• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and employee orientation.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems.
• Support performance management and staff development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies and labor regulations.
Legal Affairs
• Provide legal guidance on employment and organizational matters.
• Draft, review, and manage contracts and legal documents.
• Represent the organization in legal proceedings, including labor disputes, regulatory hearings, and court cases.
• Liaise with external legal advisors when necessary.
• Monitor and interpret changes in labor and corporate law.
• Design and deliver training sessions to staff on legal compliance, workplace ethics, and regulatory updates.

• Minimum of LLB degree in Law, B.A. in Human Resource Management, or a related field. Holder of both LLB and BA degree in HRM is preferable;
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in HR and/or legal affairs.
• Demonstrated experience in defending an organization in legal proceedings or representing an employer in labor-related cases.
• Experience in developing and conducting legal compliance training.
• Strong understanding of Ethiopian labor law and HR practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
• Respect the values of EECMY DASSC
• Proficiency in both spoken and written Amharic and Afan Oromo is required.
• Skill in using relevant MS Works, Excell, PPt, etc.