British Embassy Job Vacancies 2026
The British Embassy in Addis Ababa is one of our largest in Africa, and the development programme run from within it is our biggest on the continent. We are proud of our longstanding bilateral relationship with Ethiopia.
We are looking for an experienced, driven and creative person to join our friendly, integrated team where you’ll get the chance to build your skills, working right across the mission – from development to diplomatic.
Position 1: Climate and Nature Programme and Policy Officer
Essential qualifications, skills and experience
- English and Amaric (fluent written and oral)
- Experience of working on climate and nature policy issues, including climate finance and carbon markets.
- Strong experience in relationship-building, establishing robust networks and managing partners or stakeholders.
- Excellent inter-personal and team working skills, with an ability to multi-task, work flexibly and adapt to emerging issues.
- Strong understanding of Ethiopian climate and nature policies and architecture.
- Excellent analytical and data analysis skills, and good experience presenting information in clear information products using relevant IT packages.
- A proven ability to communicate clearly and confidently, verbally and in writing.
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
- Familiarity with programme delivery or project management is desirable.
Salary: USD 2,198.28 (Base salary is subject to tax and other statutory deductions).
Location (City): Addis Ababa
Application deadline: 29 April 2026
Position 2: Senior Political Analyst
Essential qualifications, skills and experience
- Fluent Amharic and English.
- Experience of working with challenging stakeholders’
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Experience of building networks outside your organisation
- An interest in conflict dynamics, and the politics of Ethiopia and neighbouring states
- A proactive approach and a ‘can do’ attitude
- A proven track record of professional, high-quality reporting and analysis
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
- Experience of political reporting in Embassies based in Addis Ababa is desirable.
- Knowledge of other Ethiopian languages such as Afan Oromo or Tigrigna would be an advantage.
Salary: USD 1,504.61 (Base salary is subject to tax and other statutory deductions)
Location (City): Addis Ababa
Application deadline: 29 April 2026
How to Apply:
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