Education: LLM/LLB Degree in Law, Human Rights Law, or International Law.

Hiring Organization and Position

• Hiring Organization: Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC)
• Job Title: Human Rights Officer, Monitoring and Investigation
• Job Category: Social Sciences and Community Service
• Location: Bonga City Office, Ethiopia
• Employment Type: Full-time

Purpose of the Job

The purpose of the job is to manage individual human rights complaints, plan and implement monitoring of places of detention and emergencies, finalize reports, issue recommendations, and develop and implement advocacy and follow-up strategies.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: LLM/LLB Degree in Law, Human Rights Law, or International Law.
• Experience:
  • 4 years of relevant experience for LLB holders.
  • 2 years of relevant experience for LLM holders.
• Skills Required: Analytical skills, communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving.
• Language: Knowledge of Amharic required. Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous.
• General: Computer literate.

Key Job Responsibilities (Summary)

• Manage investigation of human rights complaints.
• Conduct monitoring of places of detention and draft reports.
• Conduct human rights monitoring during emergencies.
• Issue recommendations and implement advocacy and follow up strategy.
• Propose areas for systemic investigation.
• Manage partnerships and relationships with stakeholders.
• Conduct research on human rights issues.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and a recent CV to the email address below.

• Email Address: HRM@ehrc.org
• Application Instructions (Crucial): Please include the name of the position and location on the subject line of the email (e.g., Human Rights Officer, Monitoring and Investigation, Bonga City Office). Candidates who do not follow this procedure will be rejected automatically.

Application Deadline

• Monday, December 8th, 2025.

Women candidates and candidates with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.