JOB OVERVIEW
- Organization: U.S. Mission in Ethiopia
- Position: Political Assistant
- Job Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field
- Work Experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
- Language Requirements: Fluent English and Amharic
- Annual Salary: USD 16,609
- Application Deadline: October 29, 2026
POSITION: POLITICAL ASSISTANT
Educational Qualifications
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following fields:
- Political Science
- Law
- Human Rights
- History
- International Development
- International Affairs Studies
Applicants should address their educational qualifications in the Education section of the ERA application.
Work Experience Requirements
Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in political or judicial research and analysis.
The experience must include using advanced written English daily for professional purposes.
Applicants should describe their relevant experience under the Major Duties and Responsibilities section of the ERA application.
Language Requirements
Applicants must be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing both:
- English
- Amharic
Language proficiency may be tested during the recruitment process.
Required Job Knowledge
Candidates should demonstrate:
- In-depth knowledge of Ethiopia’s political, legal, and cultural environment.
- Ability to analyze political events and developments.
- Understanding of regional and international factors, institutions, and systems that influence Ethiopian and U.S. Government policy and interests related to human rights.
Applicants should explain how they meet these requirements in the relevant sections of their ERA application.
SALARY AND PLACE OF WORK
- Annual Salary: USD 16,609
- Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified applicants should submit their applications through the official U.S. Mission recruitment portal.
Important: Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Applicants should ensure that their application clearly demonstrates how they meet all the position requirements.
Selection Process
Applicants may be required to take language or skills tests. Candidates invited for testing or interviews will be contacted by email or telephone.
Application Deadline: October 29, 2026
Applicants are encouraged to complete their applications before the deadline.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The U.S. Mission in Ethiopia provides equal employment opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment. The U.S. Government also supports diversity and inclusion across its personnel operations.
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