Education:

High School Diploma with two years of relevant experience

About the Organization
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is a leading global organization dedicated to protecting and assisting people forced to flee conflict, persecution, or disasters. Operating in 137 countries, UNHCR provides life-saving aid, including shelter, food, water, and essential services, ensuring the safety, dignity, and rights of displaced populations. Working with UNHCR offers professionals an opportunity to develop their careers while contributing to meaningful humanitarian impact.

Job Description
UNHCR is seeking a skilled Electrician to join its team in Asosa, Ethiopia. This role is responsible for maintaining, repairing, overhauling, and rebuilding diesel generators and other electrical appliances across office and guesthouse facilities. The Electrician ensures that all electrical installations are safe, reliable, and compliant with local and international standards.

Key responsibilities include carrying out new electrical installations, identifying faulty or outdated wiring, and performing preventive maintenance on all electrical systems. The Electrician will oversee the work of external contractors, manage procurement of electrical materials, and enforce safety compliance standards.

The incumbent will perform inspections, testing, calibration, and updates on generator systems and wiring to ensure operational reliability and safety. They will also maintain inventories of parts and prepare reports on labor, materials, and repair needs.

This position provides significant opportunities for professional development in electrical maintenance, technical supervision, and preventive maintenance management. The Electrician will gain experience coordinating with contractors and ensuring the safe operation of all electrical systems within UNHCR premises.

The role encourages proactive problem-solving, risk management, and operational improvement, allowing the incumbent to contribute directly to organizational efficiency and staff safety.

UNHCR is committed to workforce diversity and inclusion and strongly encourages women and candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Educational Qualification

• High School Diploma with two years of relevant experience, or
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least one year of relevant experience.
• Certifications in Electrical Studies, Electricity, or Electronics/Electro-Mechanics.

Work Experience

• Experience in electrical maintenance, installation, and generator operation.
• Familiarity with power supply systems is desirable.
• UN work experience is advantageous but not required.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in electrical equipment installation and maintenance
• Knowledge of safety standards for electrical systems and equipment
• Ability to inspect, test, and maintain generators and wiring
• Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting skills
• Organizational skills for scheduling maintenance and inventory management
• Coordination with contractors and internal stakeholders
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence

Job Location
Asosa, Ethiopia

Employment Type and Salary
Full-time. Compensation follows UNHCR field staff standards.

How to Apply
Applications must be submitted via the UNHCR online recruitment platform. Email submissions, CVs, or attachments will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Scanned certificates or additional documents are not required.

The application deadline is March 15, 2026.

This role offers professional growth in electrical systems, facility maintenance, and operational safety within a humanitarian context.

The Electrician will develop skills in preventive maintenance planning, contractor supervision, and technical problem-solving while supporting essential operations.

The position contributes to safe and efficient functioning of UNHCR offices and guesthouses, ensuring continuity of services that support staff and humanitarian operations.

Staff in this role will gain experience in inventory management, reporting, compliance enforcement, and technical coordination, enhancing both operational and leadership skills.

The role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and collaboration with colleagues, supervisors, and external contractors.

UNHCR provides a supportive and inclusive environment where employees are empowered to perform their duties safely, ethically, and efficiently.

The incumbent will play a key role in maintaining reliable electrical infrastructure, directly impacting the success of UNHCR’s mission in Ethiopia.

Joining UNHCR as an Electrician offers meaningful professional experience, contributing to the well-being and safety of displaced populations.

This position is ideal for candidates seeking to build a career in technical facility management, preventive maintenance, and electrical operations within challenging field environments.

Women and candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply, supporting UNHCR’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The Electrician will have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the operational efficiency, safety, and impact of UNHCR’s humanitarian activities.

This role enables the development of specialized expertise in electrical maintenance, compliance, and operational reliability, providing a career-building platform in the humanitarian sector.

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