Ethiopian Human Rights Commission Vacancy 2026

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.  

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.)