About This Role
This role sits at the intersection of administration and government relations, specifically within a pharmaceutical company that operates across borders. As a Liaison Officer, you will be the primary bridge between the company and Ethiopian immigration authorities, handling the logistics of foreign employees’ legal status. It suits a detail-oriented professional who thrives on process compliance, enjoys navigating bureaucratic systems, and understands that delays in permit processing can directly impact business operations.
What the Requirements Say About This Role
The emphasis on “legal knowledge of immigration laws” signals that the employer values practical familiarity with Ethiopian immigration procedures more than formal legal credentials. The request for experience with “online government portals” suggests that efficiency and digital literacy are non-negotiable — this is not a role for someone who relies solely on in-person visits. The requirement for high English proficiency implies that the foreign employees you will support may not speak Amharic, so clear communication in English is essential for both internal coordination and external follow-ups.
How to Approach This Application
In your cover letter, do not simply list your administrative skills. Instead, provide a concrete example of a time you successfully secured a permit or resolved a documentation issue under tight deadlines. Emphasize your adaptability — mention any experience with changing immigration rules or working with multicultural teams. Since the salary is negotiable, research typical compensation for liaison roles in pharmaceutical or multinational settings in Addis to enter discussions informed. Highlighting familiarity with specific government offices (e.g., Immigration and Nationality Affairs Directorate) would set you apart.
Who This Role Suits
This role is best suited for a junior professional with 1–3 years of experience in administration or government relations who is comfortable with repetitive paperwork and persistent follow-up. Given that only one candidate is needed and the pharmaceutical sector is niche, the competition will be moderate but focused — your edge lies in demonstrated knowledge of work permit procedures.
Job Title: Liaison Officer
Company Name Humanwell Pharmaceutical Ethiopia plc.
We are looking for a Liaison Officer to handle and assist to get foreign work permits and Resident IDs requires a combination of strong administrative skills, legal knowledge of immigration laws, and the ability to build relationships with government authorities.
Language Skills: High proficiency in English (written and spoken) is required.
Documentation: Experience handling permits, contracts, and official documentation.
Computer Literacy: Excellent proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience using online government portals for submissions.
Number Required: 1 (One)
Salary: Negotiable
Work Place: Addis Ababa
Employment Type: Full-time and Permanent
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Visa & Permit Management: Managing the full cycle of visa applications, work permit applications, and renewal/cancellation of resident IDs.
Document Authentication: Ensuring all foreigner documents are properly authenticated, translated, and legalized.
Documentation and Accuracy: Maintaining high attention to detail for filling out applications to avoid processing delays.
Organization: Keeping records, filing systems, and updating HR databases with personal files of expatriates.
Flexibility: The ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks, including last-minute changes in regulations.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, International Relations, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field is typically required.
Experience: 1 or more years of experience as a liaison officer handling visa and work permit processing. Experience working with international organizations is often preferred.
Knowledge of Regulations: In-depth knowledge of local labor laws, immigration regulations, and procedures for obtaining work permits, visas, and resident IDs.
How To Apply
Applicants, who are interested and meet the criteria, are invited to compile all the necessary files in one document in PDF and submit to the following email address: [email protected] . You must include the "position" you are applying in the subject of the email.
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