Documentation Officer

Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is looking for qualified candidates to fill the following positions. 

Purpose of the Job:

To preserve the Commission’s financial information and data by safekeeping of permanent records and historically valuable documents

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Organize archival records and develop classification systems to facilitate access to archival materials;
• Acquire and process new archival materials and maintain records of document;
• Receive, store, issue, and return file catalog cards according to system used;
• Check items in and out of archival and removing outdated items in consultation with the manager;  
• Provide reference services and assistance for users needing archival materials;
• Prepare archival records, such as document descriptions, to allow easy access to information;
• Authenticate and appraise historical documents and archival materials;
• Create and maintain accessible, retrievable computer archives and databases, incorporating current advances in electronic information storage technology;
• Preserve records, documents, and objects, copying records to film, disk, or computer formats, as necessary;
• Cover the role of Records and Archive officer role as required

Duration: Open Contract/Indefinite Period

Salary Range: Gross monthly salary of ETB 7,004.00- ETB 8,108.00 plus ETB 3,600.00 Housing allowance and ETB 2,200.00 Transport allowance, depending on candidates qualification, experience and earning history

Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma/Level IV Certificate in Accounting, Management, Office Administration or related field.  
• Computer literate;
• Knowledge of Amharic is required. Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous;
• 2 years of relevant experience working on documentation.