JOB OVERVIEW

Organization: Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany
Position: Assistant
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Application Deadline: June 20, 2026

The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Addis Ababa represents Germany in Ethiopia and works to strengthen diplomatic, political, economic, cultural, and development cooperation between the two countries. The Embassy supports bilateral relations, provides consular services, and promotes collaboration in areas such as governance, trade, education, and international development.

The Embassy is currently seeking two qualified and motivated candidates for the position of Assistant.

Position: Assistant

Educational Qualifications

Applicants should hold a University Degree in one of the following fields:

• Political Science
• Economics
• Law
• Communication
• Business Administration
• Related fields

Required Skills and Experience

Candidates must have:

• Strong analytical skills for monitoring, assessing, and reporting on political developments in Ethiopia
• Knowledge of national policies, human rights, governance, and rule of law issues
• Ability to prepare concise and informative oral and written reports
• Professional networks within Ethiopian political and media sectors
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines under demanding conditions
• Initiative, flexibility, and willingness to take on new responsibilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• High level of discretion, trustworthiness, punctuality, and reliability
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications:
  • Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Outlook
• Experience using social media communication platforms

Language Requirements

• Excellent command of English
• Excellent command of Amharic
• Knowledge of German is an advantage

Key Responsibilities

• Provide oral and written translations from Amharic into English (German preferred)
• Support the Political Section with information gathering, analysis, and reporting on political developments in Ethiopia
• Assist in organizing high-level official visits from Germany to Ethiopia
• Monitor, review, and summarize media reports from:
  • Newspapers
  • Television
  • Radio
  • Online media sources
• Support event management activities, including events conducted during evenings and weekends

Required Application Documents

Applicants must submit:

• Motivation Letter
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) with a recent photograph
• Proof of relevant employment experience
• Letters of Recommendation
• Proof of University Degree

Important Notice

Documents submitted in languages other than English or German must be accompanied by an official translation into English or German from an authorized translation office.

Why Join the German Embassy?

• Opportunity to work in an international diplomatic environment
• Exposure to political, economic, and development cooperation activities
• Professional networking opportunities with government, diplomatic, and development partners
• Involvement in high-level diplomatic engagements and events
• Valuable experience in international relations and public affairs

Application Deadline

June 20, 2026

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants should submit their application and supporting documents through one of the following methods:

By Email

vacancy@addi.auswaertiges-amt.de

By Mail

Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany
P.O. Box 660
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Important Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a written test and oral examination.
• Incomplete applications may not be considered.
• Ensure all required supporting documents are submitted before the deadline.