Chief Protocol Officer Full Time NEW

About Office of the Chief Commissioner

Purpose of the Job

The Chief Protocol Officer provides expert advice and coordination on matters of protocol, diplomacy, and high-level engagements for the Chief Commissioner. The role ensures that all interactions with ambassadors, foreign dignitaries, government officials, and other senior stakeholders comply with NHRI and international diplomatic standards. The CPO supports the Chief Commissioner in maintaining a professional, credible, and influential presence in all official engagements.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary protocol advisor to the Chief Commissioner on diplomatic, ceremonial, and official engagements.
• Plan, organize, and oversee official visits, receptions, meetings, and high-level delegations with ambassadors, senior officials, and international stakeholders.
• Coordinate logistics, seating, schedules, and ceremonial arrangements for official events.
• Ensure all events adhere to recognized protocol, etiquette, and ceremonial standards.
• Handle guest relations, VIP receptions, and diplomatic interactions with tact, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Prepare briefing notes, speeches, invitations, and correspondence specific to protocol and ceremonial matters.
• Maintain records of protocol engagements and provide periodic reports to enhance EHRC’s diplomatic credibility.
• Strengthen diplomatic relations and support the Chief Commissioner in representing EHRC with dignity and credibility
• Execute other tasks assigned by the Chief Commissioner or the Chief of Staff

• MA/BA Degree in International Relations, Public Administration, Diplomacy, or other related fieldB
• BA Degree: Minimum of four (4) years of relevant professional
• experience.
• MA Degree: Minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience supporting senior public officials, NHRIs, or public institutions is an advantage
• Computer literacy
• Knowledge of Amharic and English; knowledge of additional foreign/local languages is an asset.