East Africa Programme Officer at International Detention Coalition (IDC): Remote Opportunity | Apply by 8 November 2026

Overview

The International Detention Coalition is hiring an East Africa Programme Officer to support regional migration and human rights programmes, advocacy initiatives, and partnerships. Operating under the supervision of the Africa Regional Manager, the successful candidate will help coordinate projects, strengthen networks, and advance rights-based alternatives to immigration detention. This is a full-time, two-year appointment structured as a remote position based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with the possibility of extension depending on funding.

What you get

The position provides an annual compensation ranging from ETB 2,093,000 to ETB 2,898,000. Regional travel within East Africa may be required as part of the responsibilities.

Requirements

Applicants must hold a university degree in a relevant discipline such as law, international relations, migration studies, political science, or social sciences. Candidates need a minimum of five years of professional experience covering project coordination, stakeholder engagement, and advocacy within the migration or human rights sectors. Essential qualifications include a demonstrated understanding of African contexts regarding human rights and migration, experience with monitoring, evaluation, learning activities, and programme reporting, as well as strong organisational and communication skills. Additional requirements involve experience working with civil society organisations, governments, and international institutions, the ability to work independently in a remote environment, and a commitment to safeguarding policies and child protection principles. Mandatory language proficiencies include fluency in both written and spoken English and Amharic, while knowledge of Arabic or Somali is considered an advantage. Crucially, applicants must already reside in Ethiopia and possess the legal right to work in the country, as relocation support is not provided.

How to apply

Interested candidates must submit an updated curriculum vitae and a cover letter written in English through the official careers webpage. Applications must directly address all key selection criteria, detailing relevant experience in advocacy, programme coordination, stakeholder engagement, and reporting. Applications sent via direct email are not accepted.

Key dates

The application deadline is 8 November 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and the selected individual is expected to begin work as soon as possible.