The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) , a humanitarian organization recognized for its commitment to displaced populations, is seeking an Information, Advice and Legal Assistance (ICLA) Assistant to strengthen its operations in Ethiopia.

If you are passionate about defending human rights and possess legal expertise, join a team where innovation and inclusion are at the heart of the action.

📋 Job Details

1. Location: Addis Ababa, with frequent travel to Tselemti and Dima.
2. Contract type: 1-year fixed-term contract (National contract).
3. Supervisor: ICLA Project Coordinator.
4. Supervision: Oversight of community outreach workers.

🚀 Your Main Missions

Under the responsibility of the Project Coordinator, you will ensure the daily implementation of legal activities in the areas of Mai-tsebri, Tselemti and Dima.

1. Legal Expertise and Support:

1. Providing accurate legal information and advice on LCD (Civil Documents) and HLP (Housing, Land and Property) topics.
2. Facilitate training and awareness sessions for beneficiaries.
3. Helping vulnerable people to resolve their disputes independently and effectively.

2. Project Management and Monitoring:

1. Develop annual work plans and participate in field evaluations.
2. Ensure rigorous archiving of documents and produce high-quality progress reports.
3. Collaborate closely with local authorities and humanitarian partners.

3. Continuous Improvement:

1. To offer innovative solutions to better reach the most vulnerable populations.
2. Ensure strict adherence to NRC operational procedures (SOPs).

🎓 Desired Profile

Academic qualifications and experience:

1. University degree: Law, Political Science, Sociology or related field.
2. Experience: Minimum 1 year of professional experience in a similar role.
3. Languages: Fluency in Amharic and English (spoken and written) is essential.
4. Knowledge: Mastery of humanitarian principles and understanding of the issues in contested areas.

Skills and Personal Qualities:

1. Excellent negotiation, analytical and communication skills.
2. Diplomacy, proactivity and the ability to work under pressure in complex environments.
3. Great flexibility, creativity and... a good sense of humor!

💡 Why join the NRC?

Working at the NRC means joining an organization guided by strong values: Dedication, Innovation, Inclusion, and Responsibility . You will have the opportunity to have a direct and tangible impact on the lives of displaced people while developing your skills in an international environment.

Publication date: March 24, 2026