German Embassy Ethiopia Job Vacancy 2025

JOB OVERVIEW

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Employer: Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany
Application Deadline: May 30, 2025 (Driver) | June 15, 2025 (Housekeeper)
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

About the Embassy

The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Addis Ababa represents Germany’s diplomatic interests in Ethiopia and the African Union. The Embassy offers a professional, multilingual, and internationally diverse work environment.

Open Positions

Position 1: Housekeeper for the Residence

The German Embassy seeks a professional, discreet, and experienced Housekeeper to support the daily operations of the official Residence.

Key Qualifications:

• Good oral knowledge of German or English (Amharic is a plus)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in the hospitality or service sector (preferably with diplomatic residences)
• Discreet, polite, and professional demeanor
• Excellent organizational skills, physical resilience, teamwork, and flexibility
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and on Ethiopian holidays as needed

What the Embassy Offers:

• Permanent employment under Ethiopian labor law
• Attractive salary and benefits per Embassy’s local staff scheme
• A multilingual, inclusive, and collegial work environment

Position 2: Driver

The Embassy is hiring a dedicated and experienced Driver with a solid understanding of Addis Ababa’s geography and professional conduct.

Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving history
• Proven experience as a professional driver with references and certifications
• Strong knowledge of Addis Ababa routes, government offices, and embassies
• Punctual, trustworthy, discreet, and committed to flexible working hours
• Excellent Amharic and good English communication skills
• Willingness to work extended hours and travel outside Addis Ababa

What the Embassy Offers:

• Full-time (40 hours/week) contract under Ethiopian labor law
• Salary and benefits per Embassy’s compensation framework
• A dynamic, international, family-friendly team environment

How to Apply

For Housekeeper:

Submit the following documents in English or German via email to vacancy@addi.diplo.de  with subject “Application Housekeeper” by June 15, 2025:

• Updated CV with recent photo
• Certificates and references from past employers
• Personal experience description
• Copy of passport or ID

For Driver:

Submit your application with subject “Application Driver” by May 30, 2025 via email to vacancy@addi.diplo.de  including:

1. Motivation letter
2. Updated CV
3. References and working certificates
4. Copy of passport/ID and driver’s license

Attachments must be in PDF or Word format only, and not exceed 10 MB. Photos of documents are not accepted.

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.

Additional Information

• Third-country nationals must present a valid work permit for Ethiopia at the time of employment.
• The selection process will take place in Calendar Week 24. If you haven’t received feedback by June 10, 2025, your application was not successful.
• The Embassy strongly encourages women to apply in line with its commitment to gender equality.
• Medical fitness and background checks are part of the recruitment process.

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