Job Overview
Deborah Foundation invites competent and interested candidates for the following positions.
Deborah Foundation is a registered non-profit organization with a mission to improve the lives of children with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities through support in the areas of health Education, and Policy Advocacy. It was established in 2019.
Key Details
- Location: Deborah Village, Sheger City Administration Legetafo Legedadi Sub City or Deborah Head Quarter, Bole
- Salary: Net Salary: 17,000 ETB
- Deadline: March 20, 2026
Job Requirements & Description
Position: Junior Physiotherapist
Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution.
- Valid physiotherapy license
- Strong knowledge of neurodevelopmental and motor disorders associated with intellectual disabilities.
- Familiarity with evidence-based physiotherapy interventions and techniques for children with intellectual disabilities.
- Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate physiotherapy interventions effectively.
- Communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and engage with children and their families.
- Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for working with children with intellectual disabilities.
- Proficiency in written and spoken Amharic and English language.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development and staying updated with the latest research and practices in the field.
Essential
- Using Word, Excel, and other basic computer knowledge
- Fluent in English
- Deep understanding of the job.
- Exceptional organizational and communication skills
- A patient and resilient personality
- Dedication
Personal Attributes
- Team player
- Punctuality
- Ability to work independently, displaying strong initiative in solving day-to-day problems with limited direction.
- Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage, track and organize data.
- Strong ability to take initiative and work with minimum supervision.
Salary and Benefit
- Net Salary: 17,000 ETB
- Certified Training opportunities from different local/ international partners
- Master’s program opportunities with different partner universities
- Capacity development opportunities
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted in English and include a CV, cover letter, tempo (educational evidence) and contact details of two professional referees, one of which must be the applicant’s current / most recent line manager or current / most recent Head of HR.
Please send applications by email – tsion.yemane@deborafoundation.org in pdf format with the position title in the subject line.