Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is looking for qualified candidates to fill the following positions. 

Purpose of the Job:

Make all communications of the EHRC accessible to Persons with hearing impairments.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide   sign language interpretation service for EHRC’s audio visual products, press releases and interviews;

•  Provide a full range of interpretation services for deaf/hard of hearing/speech impairment participants in any EHRC training, workshop, meetings, or any other events; 

• Provide interpretation service for job interviews where a deaf/hard of hearing/speech impairment candidate is participating;

• Provide interpretation service for EHRC clients and complainants with hearing impairment; 

• Do appropriate research and adapt interpretations to varying and diverse needs;

• Organize and deliver basic sign language training for EHRC employees;

• Monitor messages delivered through the EHRC Media and Communication Department in terms of accessibility to hearing impaired persons and ensure their accessibility;

• Provide sign language interpretation on monitoring and investigation works of the commission;

• Perform other relevant tasks as assigned.

Duration: One Year Contract with a Possibility of Extension

Salary Range: Gross monthly salary of ETB 9,102.00- ETB 10,537.00 plus ETB 3,600.00 Housing allowance and ETB 2,200.00 Transport allowance, depending on candidates qualification, experience and earning history

Job Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

•  BA Degree in Ethiopian Sign language and deaf culture, BA Degree in Special need with certificate in sign language. Candidates with other fields of studies with certificate in sign language and exceptional experience can be considered.

• Computer literate;

• Knowledge of Amharic is required. Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous;

• 4 years of experience after completion of the sign language Education/training

How to Apply

Submit your Cover Letter and CV via email: HRM@ehrc.org

Note: Please include the name of the position & Location in the subject of the email. Women candidates and candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply!