About the Organization
The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is Ethiopia’s national institution dedicated to promoting and protecting human rights for all citizens. It focuses on safeguarding the rights of vulnerable groups, including persons with disabilities and older persons. Working at EHRC offers meaningful professional growth, exposure to rights-based practices, and the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of individuals and communities.
Job Description
The Personal Assistant will support employees with disabilities to perform their roles effectively. This role ensures accessibility, inclusion, and smooth functioning in the workplace. Responsibilities include:
- Filing, organizing, and managing paper documents.
- Retrieving work materials that are physically out of reach.
- Accompanying employees around the office and during workshops, meetings, or social events.
- Providing travel assistance for fieldwork and other work-related travel.
- Reading handwritten mail or hardcopy materials for employees with visual disabilities.
- Acting as a sighted guide during events and assisting with seating arrangements.
- Assisting with personal care tasks such as eating when needed.
- Converting inaccessible texts into accessible formats.
- Performing other tasks as assigned to support employees effectively.
Educational Qualification
- BA or Diploma (Level IV Certificate) in any Social Science discipline.
Work Experience
- BA degree: 0 years of experience required.
- Diploma (Level IV Certificate): Minimum 2 years of experience working as a Personal Assistant, in secretarial services, or office management.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Strong commitment and willingness to work with persons with disabilities.
- Computer literate.
- Knowledge of Amharic and English; familiarity with other local languages is an advantage.
- Teamwork, communication, problem-solving, attention to detail, and reliability.
Job Location
Office setting – Ethiopia (Hawassa or designated EHRC offices).
Employment Type and Salary
- Six-month contract with possibility of extension.
- Compensation details will be provided upon recruitment.
Career Development Opportunities
This role offers hands-on experience in disability rights support, professional development in inclusive workplace practices, and opportunities to work in a rights-based environment. Candidates will build organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills while contributing meaningfully to EHRC’s mission.
Professional Impact
The Personal Assistant ensures that employees with disabilities can function successfully, enabling them to perform their roles fully and contribute effectively to the organization’s work in human rights and inclusion.
Encouragement to Apply
Women and candidates with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. EHRC values diversity, equal opportunity, and inclusion in all its operations.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the EHRC HRIS portal. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a written examination and interview. Scanned certificates or additional attachments are not required during the application process.
Application Deadline
Thursday, March 12, 2026