JOB OVERVIEW
- Organization: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
- Position: Legal Intern
- Job Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Job Type: Internship
- Application Deadline: October 16, 2026
About ICRC
The International Committee of the Red Cross works to prevent and alleviate human suffering in situations of armed conflict and other situations of violence. The organization promotes respect for international humanitarian law and universal humanitarian principles.
In Ethiopia, the ICRC Legal Team supports the government through legal advice and technical assistance related to the implementation of international humanitarian law.
Available Position
Position: Legal Intern
The Legal Intern will support the ICRC Legal Team and contribute to legal and operational work related to international humanitarian law and human rights.
Educational Qualification
- LL.B. degree.
- Strong knowledge of and interest in International Humanitarian Law (IHL) and International Human Rights Law.
- Applicants who have completed or are pursuing an LL.M. in relevant fields will have an added advantage.
Required Skills and Experience
- Excellent legal research, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
- Strong ability to work on legal and operational matters.
- Participation in national, regional, or international IHL competitions is highly desirable.
- Experience in human rights or criminal law moot court competitions is an added advantage.
- Ability to work under tight schedules and meet deadlines.
- Excellent proficiency in English and Amharic.
- Knowledge of additional international or local languages is an added advantage.
General Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Understand and adhere to the seven Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
- Understand and follow the ICRC Code of Conduct.
- Understand the roles of the different components of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
- Respect and observe staff regulations and security rules at all times.
- Represent the ICRC professionally.
- Develop and maintain a positive and conducive working environment with colleagues and line managers.
- Perform duties with the highest level of confidentiality in the interest of employees and the ICRC.
- Perform additional tasks outside the job description when required.
- Provide support to other departments when necessary.
Job Location
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Application Deadline
October 16, 2026
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants should submit their electronic CV and cover letter online through Ethiojobs.
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