Social Risk Management Specialist

Commercial Bank of Ethiopia Vacancy Announcement

The Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE) invites fresh and qualified job seekers to apply for the following vacant position.

About Commercial Bank of Ethiopia

The origin of the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia dates back to the establishment of the State Bank of Ethiopia in 1942. CBE was legally established as a share company in 1963. Since then, the Bank has played a significant role in supporting the economic and social development of the country.

Position: Social Risk Management Specialist

Educational Qualification and Work Experience

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Social Science, Development Studies, Socio-Economics, or other related social disciplines relevant to Environmental and Social Risk Management,
  OR
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science, Development Studies, Socio-Economics, or other related social disciplines relevant to Environmental and Social Risk Management, with 7–9 years of general experience in social development management.

Required Experience and Skills

• Proven experience in:
  • Public consultation and public hearings
  • Participatory research methods (observation, surveys)
  • Participatory rural and urban appraisal
  • Participatory poverty assessments
  • Participatory monitoring and evaluation
  • Grievance redress mechanisms
• At least 5 years of specific experience in social safeguard and social risk management, including:
  • Physical and economic displacement
  • Rehabilitation and resettlement related to construction projects
  • Preparation and implementation of Resettlement Action Plans (RAP)
  • Gender analysis
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with:
  • World Bank Environmental and Social Safeguard Policies
  • IFC Performance Standards

Salary

• As per the Bank’s salary scale

Place of Work

• Head Office

Employment Type

• Permanent

Application Period

• February 09, 2026 – February 15, 2026

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants should apply online through the CBE career website:

👉 https://vacancy.cbe.com.et

Applicants are required to upload:

• Educational credentials (Degree or Master’s document)
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Work experience documents
• Other relevant supporting documents

Applications must be submitted within seven consecutive working days from the date of this announcement.

Note: The Bank reserves the right to cancel or take any alternative action regarding this vacancy.

Important Notes

• Successful candidates must authenticate their academic documents from the issuing institutions within six months after joining the Bank.
• Any misrepresentation, forged documents, incorrect graduation year, cheating, or illegal acts during recruitment may result in disqualification even after employment.
• Priority will be given in accordance with the Bank’s HR procedures.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for written examination and interview.
• All documents must be scanned in PDF or DOCX format only, with a maximum file size of 2MB.
• Registration alone is not considered an application—ensure you complete the application process. A detailed application guide is available on the vacancy website.

Other CBE Legal Vacancies

Commercial Bank of Ethiopia also invites qualified and interested candidates for the following legal positions:

1. Legal Trainee
2. District Attorney
3. Associate District Attorney II
4. Legal Advisor
5. Legal Compliance Officer
6. Legal and Regulatory Change Management Officer
7. Associate District Attorney I

Application Period

• December 08 – December 14, 2025

Apply Online

👉 https://vacancy.cbe.com.et

For detailed requirements and additional information, visit:
👉 https://combanketh.et/uploads/Legal_External_Vacancy_Decmber_6_2025_6cfd71879a.pdf

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