BEGEGNUNG E.V Job Vacancy 2026
Role description
Begegnung e.V. is a non-profit/humanitarian organization dedicated to supporting socially deprived and disabled children through inclusive education and community empowerment. Promoting the rights, inclusion, and wellbeing of children with disabilities through community-based rehabilitation, education, and family support services.
We are currently seeking a motivated and compassionate Junior Occupational Therapist to join our team and support our ongoing programs serving children and families, including those with physical and developmental disabilities.
Position: Junior Occupational Therapist
Qualifications:
- BSc in Occupational Therapy from a recognized institution
- Minimum 0–1 / years of relevant experience (fresh graduates with strong academic performance may be considered
- Basic knowledge of disability, child development, and rehabilitation approaches
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work sensitively with children, families, and caregivers
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Willingness to conduct home and community visits
- Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel) for documentation and reporting
Desirable Qualities
- Experience working with children with severe multiple disabilities, including autism and physical disabilities
- Experience in an NGO or community-based rehabilitation setting
- Fluency in Amharic and English language
- Commitment to child safeguarding and inclusive, rights-based approaches.
The Junior Occupational Therapist will work under the supervision of senior occupational therapist to provide occupational therapy services to children with severe multiple disability, including assessment, intervention planning, and direct therapeutic support. The role also involves close collaboration with families, caregivers, and community-based teams to promote functional independence, inclusion, and improved quality of life for beneficiaries.
Salary: 29,000 ETB Gross
Employment Type: Full-time
Duty Station: Addis Ababa (Ferensay Legasion)
Deadline: November 9, 2026