Officer, Translator/Press

Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is looking for qualified candidates to fill the following position. 

EHRC is committed to protecting all children from all forms of harm and to creating a safe and welcoming work environment. EHRC has zero-tolerance approach on sexual harassment  and any harm against children. Hence, EHRC will only hire candidates whose  background and behavior is aligned with anti-sexual harassment and child safeguarding principles.  

The role involves translating media content, press releases, and human rights materials between Amharic and Tigrigna, Amharic and Somali, Afan Oromo and Amharic and English while also managing media relations, preparing press materials, organizing interviews and events, and monitoring media coverage related to the Commission’s work.

Position: Officer, Translator/Press

Qualifications and Experience:

• MA/BA Degree in Language Studies, Journalism, Communication, Public Relations, International Studies, Political Science and other related field.
• 4 years of relevant experience for BA, and 2 years of relevant experience for MA.
• Computer literate
• Knowledge of Amharic and local language of the region is required.

SALARY RANGE: Gross monthly salary of ETB 20,400.00 – ETB 23,683.00 plus ETB 8,640.00 Housing allowance and ETB 3,300.00 Transport allowance, depending on candidates qualification, experience and earning history

Location:

• Officer, Translator/Press-(Tigrigna) – Mekelle City Office
• Officer, Translator/Press-(Somali) – Jigjiga City
• Officer, Translator/Press-(Afan Oromo and English) – Addis Ababa

Deadline for application: August 21, 2025

How To Apply:

Interested candidates should write a covering letter, explaining why you are interested in this role, why you are the right person for the job with a recent CV which should be sent to the following 

email address: HRM@ehrc.org

Please include the name of the position and location on the subject of the email. Candidates who didn’t follow the procedure will be rejected automatically. Please do not respond to the automatic reply.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for written exam and interview.

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