Ethiopian Human Rights Commission Vacancy 2026
Role description
The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is seeking qualified individuals to occupy the following position.
EHRC is dedicated to safeguarding all children from any form of harm and to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace. The Commission maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding sexual harassment and any acts of harm against children. Therefore, EHRC will exclusively employ candidates whose backgrounds and conduct are consistent with the principles of anti-sexual harassment and child protection.
Position: Security Guard
Required Education and Work Experience
- Completion of Grade 8 education.
- Completion of military training.
- At least two (2) years of work experience in security services or a related field.
- Ability to speak, read, and write in Amharic.
- Ability to uphold and demonstrate the Commission’s values.
Purpose of the Position
To safeguard the Commission’s property and personnel and maintain security and order within the institution.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Protect the Commission’s property and employees in accordance with assigned security procedures and schedules.
- Verify that any property or vehicles leaving the premises have the necessary authorization from the responsible official before allowing them to exit.
- Receive and assist visitors courteously and conduct security checks before entry.
- Outside working hours, ensure that offices and windows are properly locked and that lights and water supplies are turned off.
- Receive visitors carrying equipment, issue identification cards, and return their equipment upon departure after collecting the ID cards.
- Report for duty on time according to the security roster and conduct proper handover and takeover of property and equipment with the outgoing/incoming guard.
- Handle security equipment carefully and use it solely for official security purposes.
- Take preventive measures against disturbances, security breaches, and criminal incidents within the premises. Attempt to calm situations when problems arise and report offenders to the supervisor.
- In the event of a fire, make every effort to extinguish it and, when beyond personal capacity, immediately notify the fire emergency service.
- Monitor and prevent prohibited items and substances from being brought into the institution.
- Prepare and submit performance/activity reports.
Salary: 7200 – 8592 / Monthly
Allowance:
House Allowance: 6,050
Transport Allowance: 4,000.00
Location: Addis Ababa
Deadline for application: June 21, 2026 (Sene 14, 2018 E.C.)