Junior Occupational Therapist
Addis Guzo Ethiopia
Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, ET
Role description
Junior Occupational Therapist – Pediatric Rehabilitation – Addis Guzo
Addis Guzo is offering a six-month internship opportunity for a Junior Occupational Therapist – Pediatric Rehabilitation in Addis Ababa. The internship is designed for an occupational therapy graduate interested in working with children with disabilities and developmental delays in a multidisciplinary rehabilitation setting.
The position is based at the Addis Guzo Rehabilitation Department in Lideta, Addis Ababa , with a monthly allowance of 11,000 ETB .
Job Summary
Position: Junior Occupational Therapist – Pediatric Rehabilitation Organization: Addis Guzo – Rehabilitation Department Location: Lideta, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Employment Type: Internship Career Level: Entry Level / Fresh Graduate Number of Positions: 1 Experience: 0–1 years Duration: 6 months Working Days: Monday–Friday Working Hours: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM Monthly Allowance: 11,000 ETB Start Date: As soon as possible Application Deadline: October 3, 2026
About Addis Guzo
Addis Guzo is a Swiss-Ethiopian NGO providing rehabilitation services for people with disabilities in Ethiopia since 2012. Its rehabilitation practice incorporates current rehabilitation approaches adapted to the Ethiopian context and international best practices.
The organization supports staff training and professional development through training, clinical supervision, mentoring, and continuing professional development.
Position Overview
The Addis Guzo Rehabilitation Department is seeking a motivated and committed junior occupational therapist interested in pediatric rehabilitation .
The six-month internship provides an opportunity to strengthen foundational pediatric occupational therapy skills and apply academic knowledge in practical clinical settings.
What the Internship Offers
The internship provides opportunities to:
Develop practical pediatric occupational therapy skills. Apply academic knowledge to real clinical situations. Learn from experienced rehabilitation professionals. Gain experience in a multidisciplinary pediatric rehabilitation setting. Develop confidence in working with children and their families. Receive regular supervision, mentoring, and feedback. Build a foundation for further professional development in pediatric rehabilitation.
Education Requirement
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
Important: This internship is specifically for occupational therapists. Applicants from other professions and applicants who do not meet the educational requirement will not be considered.
Skills and Attributes
Applicants should demonstrate:
Genuine interest in working with children with disabilities and developmental delays. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Reliability, punctuality, and professional accountability. Openness to constructive feedback and active learning. Commitment to professional growth. Willingness to work within a multidisciplinary team. Commitment to completing the full six-month internship.
Required Application Documents
Applicants should submit:
CV with photo Motivation letter explaining their interest in pediatric rehabilitation and what they hope to learn during the six-month internship at Addis Guzo.
Application Deadline
October 3, 2026
Early applications are encouraged because the internship is planned to start as soon as possible .
Addis Guzo is offering a six-month internship opportunity for a Junior Occupational Therapist – Pediatric Rehabilitation in Addis Ababa. The internship is designed for an occupational therapy graduate interested in working with children with disabilities and developmental delays in a multidisciplinary rehabilitation setting.
The position is based at the Addis Guzo Rehabilitation Department in Lideta, Addis Ababa , with a monthly allowance of 11,000 ETB .
Job Summary
Position: Junior Occupational Therapist – Pediatric Rehabilitation Organization: Addis Guzo – Rehabilitation Department Location: Lideta, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Employment Type: Internship Career Level: Entry Level / Fresh Graduate Number of Positions: 1 Experience: 0–1 years Duration: 6 months Working Days: Monday–Friday Working Hours: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM Monthly Allowance: 11,000 ETB Start Date: As soon as possible Application Deadline: October 3, 2026
About Addis Guzo
Addis Guzo is a Swiss-Ethiopian NGO providing rehabilitation services for people with disabilities in Ethiopia since 2012. Its rehabilitation practice incorporates current rehabilitation approaches adapted to the Ethiopian context and international best practices.
The organization supports staff training and professional development through training, clinical supervision, mentoring, and continuing professional development.
Position Overview
The Addis Guzo Rehabilitation Department is seeking a motivated and committed junior occupational therapist interested in pediatric rehabilitation .
The six-month internship provides an opportunity to strengthen foundational pediatric occupational therapy skills and apply academic knowledge in practical clinical settings.
What the Internship Offers
The internship provides opportunities to:
Develop practical pediatric occupational therapy skills. Apply academic knowledge to real clinical situations. Learn from experienced rehabilitation professionals. Gain experience in a multidisciplinary pediatric rehabilitation setting. Develop confidence in working with children and their families. Receive regular supervision, mentoring, and feedback. Build a foundation for further professional development in pediatric rehabilitation.
Education Requirement
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
Important: This internship is specifically for occupational therapists. Applicants from other professions and applicants who do not meet the educational requirement will not be considered.
Skills and Attributes
Applicants should demonstrate:
Genuine interest in working with children with disabilities and developmental delays. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Reliability, punctuality, and professional accountability. Openness to constructive feedback and active learning. Commitment to professional growth. Willingness to work within a multidisciplinary team. Commitment to completing the full six-month internship.
Required Application Documents
Applicants should submit:
CV with photo Motivation letter explaining their interest in pediatric rehabilitation and what they hope to learn during the six-month internship at Addis Guzo.
Application Deadline
October 3, 2026
Early applications are encouraged because the internship is planned to start as soon as possible .