About the Organization
The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) protects and promotes human rights in Ethiopia. It investigates complaints, monitors compliance, and provides legal and advisory support to citizens. Joining EHRC offers the chance to contribute to systemic change, strengthen human rights protections, and grow professionally in a dynamic environment.
Job Description
The Registrar will manage human rights complaints, ensuring effective record-keeping, case processing, and communication with complainants. Key responsibilities include:
- Ruling on admissibility and presiding over proceedings where appropriate.
- Managing an online/manual interactive case management system.
- Compiling, verifying, and disseminating complaint-related data.
- Providing information, assistance, and referrals to individuals lodging complaints.
- Working with case managers to issue summons and decisions.
- Reviewing systems, policies, guidelines, and manuals, and recommending improvements.
- Aggregating data on compliance handling, response time, and thematic areas.
Educational Qualification
- MA or BA degree in Law, LLM, Human Rights Law, or International Law.
Work Experience
- BA degree: 6 years of relevant experience.
- MA degree: 4 years of relevant experience.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Computer literate.
- Fluent in Amharic; knowledge of other local languages is advantageous.
- Strong analytical, communication, attention to detail, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Job Location
Bahir-Dar City Office, Ethiopia.
Employment Type and Salary
- Open contract / indefinite period.
- Monthly salary: 29,910 – 34,624 ETB.
- House allowance: 12,100 ETB.
- Transport allowance: 4,000 ETB.
Career Development Opportunities
This position provides extensive exposure to human rights monitoring, investigation, and legal frameworks. Candidates will enhance their expertise in complaint management, case processing, and policy advisory.
Professional Impact
The Registrar plays a critical role in safeguarding human rights, ensuring fair handling of complaints, and strengthening public trust in the EHRC.
Encouragement to Apply
Women and candidates with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. EHRC emphasizes inclusion, equal opportunity, and empowerment for underrepresented groups.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should submit their applications via the EHRC HRIS portal. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a written exam and interview. Scanned certificates or attachments are not required.
Application Deadline
Thursday, March 19, 2026