About ELDA

The Ethiopian Lawyers with Disabilities Association is the first-ever professional association of persons with disabilities, bringing together lawyers engaged in policy review and analysis, attorneys, prosecutors, judges, legal advisors, and students with disabilities studying law in different parts of the country. Currently, ELDA has more than 240 active and registered members within the nation. The Ethiopian Lawyers with Disabilities Association (ELDA) was formed in November 2019, being the first-ever professional association of persons with disabilities. The association was initiated by eight like-minded lawyers with disabilities and registered by the Ethiopian CSO Agencies with the certificate no. 4620 on December 19, 2019. ELDA works to ensure the full promotion, protection, and respect of all rights for all persons with disabilities in Ethiopia. The UNCRPD is the basis of our work, and we work to enhance the direct and indirect participation of persons with disabilities in the justice system, including as witnesses in all legal proceedings at investigative and other preliminary stages.

Project Background

The Ethiopian Lawyers with Disabilities Association (ELDA), in collaboration with the Population Council, is implementing a project on ‘Forced Begging among Persons with Disabilities in Ethiopia.’ 
The project aims to strengthen the prosecution of offenders, the protection and rehabilitation of victims, and the operation of free legal aid and hotline services for persons with disabilities and children exposed to forced begging. ELDA is seeking qualified and committed Rescue Officers to respond to forced begging cases involving children with and without disabilities.

Duration: 6-month contract with possibility of extension

Key Responsibilities:

• Track and locate children reported to be exposed to forced begging through the ELDA hotline.
   

• Assess risks and identify immediate threats to children during forced begging situations.
   

• Coordinate with police and relevant authorities to rescue and protect children.

• Ensure effective communication between hotline operators, facilitators, legal experts, and the project coordinator.

• Remain on standby and available by phone during assigned day or night shifts for urgent rescue cases.

• Conduct field monitoring, follow up rescued cases, and support legal investigations.

• Maintain accurate documentation and prepare activity reports.

• Apply child safeguarding and disability-inclusive approaches in all interventions.

Job Requirements

Night-Time Rescue Officer

• Diploma or above in policing, public prosecution, security studies, criminology, or a related security/legal field.

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in law enforcement, security, or child protection.

• Daytime Rescue Officer

•  Diploma or above in Special Needs Education, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Community Development, or related social science fields.

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in child protection or social services.

Required Skills

• Strong communication and coordination skills.

• Ability to respond to emergencies and work under pressure.

• Knowledge of child protection and human rights principles.

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

• Fluency in Amharic (English is an asset).

Additional Information

• Mandatory for both positions: Proven experience working with persons with disabilities and disability inclusion programs. 

• Experience with NGOs, legal aid, or justice sector institutions is an advantage.

• Preference will be given to qualified women candidates.

How To Apply

Qualified applicants should send: - An application letter [indicating the preferred position (either daytime or nighttime) and motivation for applying] - Professional CV, and - Supporting documents via e-mail to toelda2020@gmail.com with the subject line Application—rescue officer Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Job Requirements Diploma or above in policing, public prosecution, security studies, criminology, or a related security/legal field; special needs education; psychology; social work; sociology; community development; or related social science fields or in a related field of study with relevant work experience. Duties and Responsibilities: - Track and locate children reported to be exposed to forced begging through the ELDA hotline. - Assess risks and identify immediate threats to children during forced begging situations - Coordinate with police and relevant authorities to rescue and protect children. How to Apply Qualified applicants should send: - An application letter [indicating the preferred position (either daytime or nighttime) and motivation for applying] - Professional CV, and - Supporting documents via e-mail to toelda2020@gmail.com with the subject line Application—rescue officer Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted