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UN jobs in Ethiopia 🇪🇹
UN-system organisations recruit in Ethiopia for country offices, regional hubs, field operations, and joint programmes. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open vacancy posted on a UN agency's career portal for Ethiopia — including international and national professional staff roles, internships, and short-term consultancies. Each listing links back to the official agency application page.
- Open roles
- 34
- Organisations
- 10
- Last refreshed
- 7/21/2026
Latest open roles
National Operations Officer
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia
The National Operations Officer provides critical operational and administrative support to the FAO Subregional Office for Eastern Africa in Addis Ababa. The role focuses on ensuring the smooth execution of field projects by managing daily operations, coordinating with technical officers, and overseeing project budgets and financial reports. Key responsibilities include assisting in the preparation and assessment of programme proposals, monitoring project progress, and ensuring compliance with operational guidelines. The incumbent acts as a focal point for project task forces, manages disbursements, and supports the operationalization of agreements with partners. The position requires strong skills in office management, administration, accounting, and public administration to facilitate efficient service delivery and continuous improvement of the operational environment. The officer also contributes to capacity building by supporting training events and participating in regional knowledge-sharing meetings. The ideal candidate is a national of Ethiopia with an advanced university degree in business or public administration and at least three years of relevant professional experience. The role demands proficiency in English and the local language, along with competencies in results focus, teamwork, and communication. This is a fixed-term staff position with potential for extension, offering a competitive local salary and benefits package.
Closes 8/8/2026Team Assistant
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) is seeking an Individual Contractor to serve as a Team Assistant within the Human Resources Management Section of the Division of Administration. This three-month contract is based in Addis Ababa and involves supporting the Office of the Chief Human Resources Officer. Key responsibilities include assisting in the development of HR workflows and standard operating procedures, coordinating HR events, and managing content for the ECA intranet. The role requires monitoring staff engagement action plans, developing single-window access processes for administrative services, and providing comprehensive office, secretarial, and logistical support to the Chief HRO and various committees. The incumbent will also be responsible for researching information, generating statistical reports, proofreading documents, and managing website content. The ideal candidate possesses a high school diploma, at least four years of relevant administrative experience, and prior experience working within an international organization. Fluency in English is mandatory, with knowledge of other UN official languages considered an asset. The role demands strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive HR information and complex administrative tasks efficiently.
Closes 7/25/2026Senior Project Associate (Capacity Building) - Affiliated
International Organization for Migration · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking a Senior Project Associate for its Protection Unit in Ethiopia to support capacity building and training initiatives. Reporting to the Senior Programme Officer and National Officer, the role involves planning, coordinating, and implementing capacity-building programs for stakeholders and institutions. Key responsibilities include conducting needs assessments, developing training materials, facilitating workshops on migrant protection and reintegration, and maintaining beneficiary records. The associate will also monitor implementing partners, draft status reports and briefing notes, and analyze project data. The position requires strong liaison with government authorities, UN agencies, and NGOs to advance legal aid, identity, and return/reintegration efforts. The ideal candidate possesses a school diploma with six years of experience or a bachelor’s degree with four years of relevant professional experience. They must demonstrate expertise in capacity building, report writing, and logistics, along with fluency in English and Amharic. This is an affiliated contract role where the candidate is responsible for their own medical insurance, with IOM covering occupational accident compensation only.
Closes 7/30/2026ICT support in IT Network maintenance and upgrade works
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
This is a three-month internship within the Digital and Information Technology Management Section (DITMS) at the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) in Addis Ababa. The intern will provide technical and operational support to the Administration, Conference Management Division under the supervision of the DITMS Chief and Network Technology Team Leader. Key responsibilities include supporting LAN and WLAN upgrade works, such as installing and configuring wireless access points, conducting site surveys, and documenting configurations. The role also involves assisting with network troubleshooting, maintenance, and monitoring, including diagnosing connectivity issues, reviewing firewall rules, and monitoring network performance. Additional duties encompass maintaining network topology diagrams, updating equipment inventories, preparing technical documentation, and supporting asset management. The position is designed for students or recent graduates in a field closely related to the internship. The UN encourages diversity and inclusion, specifically welcoming applications from women and persons with disabilities. Interns are not financially remunerated; they are responsible for their own travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses. Fluency in spoken and written English is required, with knowledge of another official UN language being an advantage.
Closes 7/23/2026program Assistant and partnerships
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
This is a two-month unpaid internship within the Information, Communication and Technology Services Section (ICTSS) of the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) in Addis Ababa. The intern will provide technical and operational support to the Publications, Conference, and Knowledge Management Division. Key responsibilities include supporting LAN & WLAN upgrade works, such as installing wireless access points and conducting site surveys; assisting with network troubleshooting, maintenance, and monitoring, including firewall rule reviews and performance reporting; and providing general ICT support. The role also involves preparing technical documentation, updating network inventories, and participating in team planning. The ideal candidate is a student in the final year of a bachelor's, master's, or PhD program, or a recent graduate, with a field of study closely related to the internship. No professional work experience is required. Fluency in English is mandatory, with knowledge of another UN language being advantageous. The position is unpaid, with travel and living expenses covered by the applicant or their sponsoring institution.
Closes 7/30/2026Evaluation Specialist
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) is seeking a qualified Evaluation Specialist to conduct the terminal evaluation of the project 'Capacity Building for Gender Statistics and Monitoring Systems.' The consultant will assess the project's performance, effectiveness, sustainability, and impact against its objectives, delivering an independent, evidence-based report. The role involves designing the evaluation, leading data collection and stakeholder consultations, analyzing findings, and drafting the final report with actionable recommendations. The position is remote, expected to last 5 months, and requires strong expertise in development evaluation, gender mainstreaming, and statistics. Candidates must demonstrate independence from the project's formulation or implementation. The evaluation aims to inform accountability, organizational learning, and future interventions for gender-responsive policymaking in Africa.
Closes 7/22/2026WBG Pioneer - SPARC for Conflict-Affected and Reconstruction Contexts Intern
World Bank Group · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
This internship supports the Smart Parcel Atlas for Resilient Cities (SPARC) initiative, expanding its geospatial intelligence capabilities to conflict-affected and reconstruction contexts such as South Sudan, Sudan, and Ukraine. The intern will assist in mapping conflict-specific data sources, including satellite imagery and displacement dynamics, to inform remote monitoring, damage detection, and operational prioritization for recovery investments. Responsibilities include reviewing use cases, supporting the definition of SPARC applications for post-conflict settings, contributing to analytical frameworks and prototypes, and preparing documentation on data quality and ethical considerations. The role seeks candidates currently enrolled in or in the final year of a postgraduate master’s or PhD program, with 1–6 years of relevant professional experience. Ideal candidates possess an academic background in urban planning, geospatial analytics, data science, or related fields, and demonstrate strong analytical and research skills. Proficiency in GIS, remote sensing, and programming tools like Python or R is required. The position is based in Addis Ababa, with alternatives in Juba, Nairobi, Washington D.C., or fully remote.
Closes 8/13/2026Resources Management Officer (P) - Call for Expression of Interest
International Organization for Migration · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The Resources Management Officer (P) serves as a key financial and administrative leader within the Country Office and Special Liaison Office in Ethiopia, reporting to the Head of Resources Management. The role involves comprehensive oversight of budgetary, financial, human resources, and administrative functions. Key responsibilities include monitoring financial expenditures, forecasting cash flows, validating donor fund disbursements, and preparing annual budgets. The officer ensures compliance with IOM and donor regulations, manages internal controls to prevent fraud, and oversees audit recommendations. Additionally, the position requires supervising finance staff in sub-offices, providing capacity building to project managers and implementing partners, and supporting HR functions such as recruitment and payroll validation. The officer also assists in managing IT, procurement, and logistics services, and serves as Officer-in-Charge in the absence of the Head of Resources Management. The ideal candidate possesses strong expertise in international financial management, HR procedures, and risk management, with the ability to liaise with banks, donors, and government counterparts. This role demands high ethical standards, strategic thinking, and leadership capabilities to ensure operational efficiency and compliance within a complex humanitarian and migration context.
Closes 7/26/2026INFORMATION SYSTEMS OFFICER (Temporary Job Opening), P3
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The Information Systems Officer (P3) at the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) in Addis Ababa leads the Security, AI, and Endpoint Management team within the Digital and Information Technology Management Section. Key responsibilities include overseeing ICT compliance audits, risk management, and quality assurance, as well as developing and enforcing ICT governance policies. The role involves managing Microsoft 365 administration, Intune-based endpoint management, and implementing AI strategies, including the rollout of Microsoft 365 Copilot. The officer also handles budgeting, fundraising, and service catalogue management. Candidates must have a Master's degree (or Bachelor's with qualifying experience) and five years of progressively responsible IT experience, including project implementation, team management, IT architecture, and data analytics. Fluency in English is required; French is desirable. The position is a temporary fixed-term contract for 364 days.
Closes 7/28/2026Economic Affairs Officer, P4
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) seeks an Economic Affairs Officer (P4) to support the Macroeconomics, Finance, Governance and Planning Division. The role focuses on strengthening macroeconomic management, economic governance, and domestic resource mobilization for African Member States. Key responsibilities include conducting economic and sector analysis, interpreting econometric modeling results, and drafting policy recommendations for structural transformation and inclusive growth. The incumbent provides substantive support to intergovernmental bodies, designs and monitors technical cooperation projects, and conducts training workshops for government officials. The position requires collecting and analyzing macroeconomic data to enable data-driven planning and decision-making. The ideal candidate possesses advanced expertise in macroeconomic analysis and economic governance, with a proven track record in policy formulation and research. The role involves representing the organization at international meetings, supervising junior staff, and contributing to normative and operational work. Success in this position demands strong analytical skills, proficiency in data visualization, and the ability to develop development strategies for presentation to high-level bodies. The officer will work under the guidance of the Division Director and Section Chief, collaborating with diverse teams to address regional and transboundary challenges while advocating Africa’s position in global governance.
Closes 8/9/2026National Post: Programme Associate, FTA, Gambela, Ethiopia,G7, (for Ethiopian National only)
United Nations Population Fund · 🇪🇹 Gambela, Ethiopia
The Programme Associate is a National Post based in Gambela, Ethiopia, supporting UNFPA’s country programme design, planning, and management. The role focuses on strengthening operational capacity and improving access to services in remote and conflict-affected areas, particularly regarding Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), HIV, Gender-Based Violence (GBV), and adolescent/youth peace and security. Key responsibilities include compiling and analyzing data for project documents, monitoring implementation, conducting field visits, and preparing progress reports. The incumbent provides logistical support for workshops and events, trains staff on program policies, and assists in advocacy and resource mobilization by maintaining donor networks. The position requires guiding routine project implementation, coordinating with national counterparts, and acting as Officer-in-Charge in the absence of the Regional Programme Officer. The ideal candidate embodies UNFPA’s values of integrity, diversity, and accountability, with a commitment to delivering high-impact results in complex humanitarian and development contexts.
Closes 7/23/2026National Post: Programme Associate, FTA, Benishangul Gumuz, Ethiopia,G7, (for Ethiopian National only)
United Nations Population Fund · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia
The Programme Associate supports UNFPA’s country programme in Benishangul Gumuz, Ethiopia, by managing data inputs, providing logistical support, monitoring project implementation, and following up on recommendations. Reporting to the Regional Programme Officer, the role involves facilitating program design, planning, and management across population and development, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), gender-based violence (GBV), and the Adolescent Youth, Humanitarian, Development, and Peace Nexus. Key responsibilities include compiling and analyzing information for country programmes, drafting project documents, evaluating project activities, conducting field visits, and preparing progress reports. The incumbent guides routine project implementation, coordinates with national counterparts, and provides logistical support for meetings and workshops. Additional duties involve training staff on program policies, supporting advocacy and resource mobilization by maintaining donor networks, and assisting in knowledge management. The role also requires acting as Officer in Charge in the absence of the Regional Programme Officer. The ideal candidate possesses seven years of relevant experience in program/project management, proficiency in office software, and fluency in English. A secondary education is required, with a first-level university degree desirable. The position is open only to Ethiopian nationals.
Closes 7/23/2026Senior Finance and Budget Assistant, G7
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The Senior Finance and Budget Assistant (G7) at the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) in Addis Ababa supports the Facilities Management Section within the Administration & Conference Management Division. The role involves comprehensive financial management, including handling allotment advice, monitoring approved budgets, and preparing annual budget proposals. Key responsibilities include implementing IPSAS accounting procedures, managing UMOJA system actions for pre-encumbrances and obligations, and ensuring the correctness of procurement requests. The incumbent also processes claims, acts as a certifying officer, and follows up on audit recommendations. The position requires strong analytical skills to interpret financial data, resolve discrepancies, and provide advice to unit heads on proper fund usage and procurement procedures. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in finance, budgeting, and accounting, with proficiency in MS Office and knowledge of UMOJA. The role demands high professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment. It is a locally recruited General Service position, emphasizing efficiency, competence, and integrity in adherence to UN financial rules and regulations.
Closes 8/5/2026Regional Director, Africa, D2
Resident Coordinator System · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The Regional Director, Africa (D2) leads the UN Development Coordination Office's regional interface, ensuring effective horizontal collaboration across the UN Development System and providing strategic support to Resident Coordinators. Reporting to the ASG/UNDCO Director, the role involves convening regional development arenas, fostering partnerships with Regional Economic Commissions and financial institutions, and integrating UN 2.0 capabilities like data, digital, and behavioral science to accelerate SDG implementation. Responsibilities include leading strategic thought leadership, coordinating communications, supporting resource mobilization, and overseeing the management of the Regional Office, including budgeting, staff performance, and compliance. The incumbent acts as a senior leader within the UNDCO senior management team, influencing stakeholders and ensuring coherent delivery of the 2030 Agenda in the Africa region. The role requires extensive experience in development cooperation, senior leadership, and inter-agency collaboration, with a strong emphasis on strategic foresight, risk management, and digital transformation. The position is based in Addis Ababa and involves significant travel and engagement with host governments, donors, and UN entities.
Closes 8/16/2026Senior Human Rights Officer, P5
Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The Senior Human Rights Officer (P5) provides strategic oversight and authoritative direction for human rights monitoring, analysis, and policy development within the OHCHR Regional Hub for East and Southern Africa in Addis Ababa. The role involves ensuring the quality and compliance of human rights reports, briefings, and analytical papers, with a focus on integrating gender perspectives and the 'leave no one behind' principle. Key responsibilities include advising national counterparts on complex legislation and security-sector reforms, strengthening human rights systems, and overseeing capacity-building programmes for state institutions and civil society. The incumbent represents the human rights function in senior UN coordination fora, integrates human rights into protection and rule of law frameworks, and steers resource mobilization, advocacy, and partnership strategies. The position requires managing a team, ensuring institutional accountability for human rights mainstreaming across political and humanitarian processes, and providing guidance on treaty bodies and special procedures. The ideal candidate possesses extensive professional experience in human rights or related fields, advanced strategic thinking, and deep knowledge of regional and international human rights mechanisms. This is a fixed-term contract available for an initial period of one year, subject to funding availability.
Closes 7/24/2026Programme Management Officer, P3
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The Programme Management Officer (P3) at the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) leads the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the ECA Fellowship Programme within the Strategic Planning, Oversight and Results Division. Key responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of the fellowship—from recruitment and selection to on-boarding and deployment—while ensuring smooth administrative operations. The role requires developing strategic programme plans, coordinating budget and funding submissions, and providing substantive support to consultative meetings and workshops. The officer must conduct data collection, analyze trends using data visualization methods, and produce high-quality written outputs such as background papers and reports. The position demands strong analytical, conceptual, and evaluative skills to support decision-making and policy development. The ideal candidate possesses advanced university degrees in business, management, economics, or related fields, along with significant professional experience in programme management. Proficiency in English is mandatory, with French being desirable. The role involves frequent interaction with UN agencies, government officials, and consultants, requiring professionalism, accountability, and the ability to manage conflicting priorities effectively.
Closes 8/2/2026Human Rights Officer, P4
Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The Human Rights Officer (P4) serves as a regional lead within the Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ESCR) Section of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva. Reporting to the Regional Director for East and Southern Africa, the incumbent is responsible for developing evidence-based work, policy papers, and legal briefs on economic, social, and cultural rights. Key duties include monitoring the implementation of international human rights instruments and treaty body recommendations, preparing reports for the General Assembly and Human Rights Council, and engaging with stakeholders such as UNESCO, UNICEF, national officials, and civil society. The role requires integrating human rights perspectives, including gender dimensions, into UN and NGO programs, and providing technical assistance and capacity-building to governments and National Human Rights Institutions. Additionally, the officer acts as a team leader, managing staff, planning, and budgeting functions, while training and supervising junior colleagues. The ideal candidate possesses advanced knowledge of ESCR issues, institutional mandates, and the ability to analyze complex human rights problems in political and socio-economic contexts. Strong competencies in professionalism, teamwork, planning, and performance management are essential, along with demonstrated skills in training and advocacy.
Closes 7/23/2026Principal Business Analyst, African Pooled Procurement Mechanism (Africa CDC)
African Union Commission · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia
The Principal Business Analyst serves as a key analytical authority within the African Pooled Procurement Mechanism (APPM), a strategic instrument of the Africa CDC aimed at improving access to affordable health products. The role involves leading strategic, economic, and market analysis to inform procurement strategies, market-shaping interventions, and financing mechanisms. Responsibilities include generating market intelligence, designing modeling options for procurement and financing tools (such as volume guarantees and advance purchase models), and providing evidence-based advice to the African Market Shaping Council. The analyst will oversee the development of analytical models and dashboards, produce flagship outputs like market shaping briefs and pricing frameworks, and engage with stakeholders including AU Member States and donors. The position requires translating complex data into clear strategic choices for senior decision-makers and supporting resource mobilization efforts. The ideal candidate possesses advanced analytical skills, a deep understanding of market dynamics and cost structures, and strong communication abilities to influence policy and procurement decisions in a multilateral context.
Closes 7/24/2026Officer, Communications and Social Media (50%)
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is seeking an Officer, Communications and Social Media to support the Risk-informed Early Action Partnership (REAP). This role focuses on implementing the REAP 2030 Strategy by strengthening visibility, narrative coherence, and public engagement. The incumbent will lead operational communications, coordinate social media strategies, and manage end-to-end content production, including writing, video editing, and graphic design. The position requires translating complex policy and partnership insights into compelling narratives for diverse audiences such as policymakers, donors, and practitioners. Key responsibilities include managing the social media lifecycle, coordinating with partners to amplify campaigns, and monitoring engagement trends. The ideal candidate possesses a bachelor’s degree in communications, three years of relevant experience, and proficiency in digital tools like Adobe Creative Suite and video editing software. Fluency in English is required, with additional IFRC languages preferred. The role demands strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work in multicultural environments, and proficiency in digital collaboration and AI tools.
Closes 7/28/2026Officer, Policy
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is seeking a Policy Officer to support the Risk-informed Early Action Partnership (REAP) Secretariat in Geneva. The role focuses on integrating Early Warning, Early Action (EWEA) and Anticipatory Action into global, regional, and national disaster risk management policies. Key responsibilities include developing and implementing the REAP 2030 Policy Plan, facilitating policy dialogues, and coordinating with multilateral actors like WMO and UNDRR to influence legislative frameworks. The officer will enable regional policy approaches, support parliamentary champions for reform, and drive advocacy strategies to secure funding and legal backing for early action. The candidate must possess strong skills in policy process development, multi-stakeholder coordination, and advocacy, with a proven track record in designing high-level convenings. The role requires fluency in English and a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, with a preference for post-graduate qualifications and experience in humanitarian or development sectors.
Closes 7/28/2026
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- Economic Commission for Africa8
- International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies2
- International Organization for Migration2
- Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights2
- United Nations Population Fund2
- Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations1
- Resident Coordinator System1
- UNICEF1
- World Bank Group1
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