Executive Assistant to the Ambassador

🌍 Embassy of Ireland Job Vacancy 2025 – Executive Assistant (Temporary Maternity Cover)

📍 Location: Embassy of Ireland, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
📅 Start Date: Early November 2025
🕔 Application Deadline: Monday, 18th August 2025 at 17:00 hrs
💼 Position Type: Temporary – 6-Month Contract (Maternity Cover)

📌 About the Embassy of Ireland in Ethiopia

Ireland has maintained diplomatic relations with Ethiopia since 1994, with its Embassy located in Addis Ababa. Guided by the Irish Government’s foreign policy, the Embassy promotes global security, justice, equality, and sustainability. As part of its mission, the Embassy works closely with government institutions, international organizations, embassies, and NGOs.

🧾 Position: Executive Assistant to the Ambassador

(Temporary Maternity Cover – 6 Months)

The Embassy of Ireland is seeking a proactive, flexible, and detail-oriented individual to serve as Executive Assistant to the Ambassador on a temporary maternity cover basis. The successful candidate will work closely with the Ambassador and other Embassy staff, facilitating communication and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

✅ Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to the Ambassador.
• Coordinate meetings, travel arrangements, and communication.
• Liaise with government offices, embassies, INGOs, and multilateral agencies.
• Maintain confidentiality, organization, and professionalism in all duties.
• Support effective communication within the Embassy and with external partners.

🎓 Essential Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate the following:

• A university undergraduate degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a similar executive assistant/secretarial role.
• Proven experience working with government institutions, embassies, or INGOs.
• Fluency in English and Amharic (both spoken and written).
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Legal right to live and work in Ethiopia prior to recruitment.

💡 Desirable Skills and Experience

• Prior experience working with embassies, INGOs/NGOs.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Experience in a diplomatic or international setting is a plus.

📄 Terms and Conditions of Employment

• Contract Duration: 6 months (with a 30-working-day probation period)
• Working Hours: Monday–Thursday (8:00am – 5:00pm), Friday (8:00am – 2:00pm)
• Leave: 10 working days of annual leave
• Salary: Gross monthly salary of €1890.60, paid in local currency
• Payment Method: Monthly bank transfer (candidates must have a local bank account)
• Location: Embassy of Ireland, Addis Ababa
• Employment Eligibility: Applicants must legally reside and work in Ethiopia and comply with local tax laws.

📥 How to Apply

1. Read the job description thoroughly to ensure eligibility.
2. Complete the official application form.
3. Attach your updated CV highlighting relevant experience.
4. Submit your application before the deadline:
   🗓 Monday, 18th August 2025 at 17:00 hrs

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

🔍 For More Information:

Visit the Embassy of Ireland's official job board:
🌐 Job Opportunities | Embassy of Ireland, Ethiopia

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