How to Get a Job in an Ethiopian University
March 23
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Ethiopia is rated as one of the fastest growing countries in Africa, thanks to its stable leadership and thriving economy. The Ethiopian government has invested heavily in higher education; hence, the need to source qualified teaching personnel from outside the country.
What are the benefits of getting a job at an Ethiopian University?
- Contracts usually last two academic years and are renewable on mutual consent
- Paid yearly vacation in your home country
- Tax-free salary
- No limit on amount of funds repatriated
- Friendly working environment
Are you wondering how to get a job? You can check several places, like:
- Online platforms like Ezega, Employ Ethiopia and Career Jet
- Local newspapers like the Ethiopian Herald, Ethiopian News, New Business Ethiopia, NTA Newstime, and Sub Saharan Informer
- Overseas job portals like Go Abroad, Linked In and Overseas Jobs
- Make sure that you follow the instructions on how to apply for the job carefully.
Work Permit
As you make plans on how to get a job in an Ethiopian University, you must note the following:
- Any foreigner who intends to work in Ethiopia must get a work permit. The permit is given to the employee for a specific type of work for three years, and should be renewed every year.
- The work permit is issued by Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs.
- Foreign nationals may also be appointed to government jobs on a temporary basis, provided there is no Ethiopian national who can hold the position. This policy usually applies to posts that require high-level professionals.
- If an individual is a foreign national of Ethiopian origin, or is a member of a diplomatic mission, a work permit is not required.
Requirements for a Work Permit
- Four copies of the application form issued by the employing organization – in this case, the university
- Photocopy of the employee’s passport and a valid business visa
- Five recent passport size photos of the employee
- A support letter from the immediate supervising government organization
- Relevant educational certificates, and evidence of work experience
- A support letter from the Ministry of Education, if the employer is in the Education sector
- The work permit service fee of 600 Birr
Work permits must be renewed yearly. Below are the requirements for renewal:
- Two copies of the work permit renewal application form
- Support letter from the project implementing government organization
- A photocopy of the employees residential permit
- The employee’s work permit card (if the work permit card is full, a passport photo of the employee will suffice)
- Support letter from the Ministry of Education (for those employed in the Education sector)
- Service fee of 500 Birr for processing the work permit renewal
To replace your work permit card if it is lost or damaged you require:
- An application letter for replacement of the work permit, gotten from the employing organization
- Evidence from the police proving that the work permit is lost
- The work permit replacement fee of 400 Birr
There you are – all the information you need on how to get a job in an Ethiopian University. Now go ahead and apply! All the best!