City:  Addis Ababa

 

 

 

 

 

EHS Specialist

2 Jun 2025
Job ID:  100786
Country:  Ethiopia
Professional area:  Environment Health & Safety
Contract type:  Permanent
Professional level:  Experienced
Location: 

Addis Ababa, AA, ET, 1000

 

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Position Purpose:

The EHS Specialist within the Market function is responsible for implementing both local and global Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs.

This role ensures that operational controls are in place and compliant with legal and company standards.

The position involves continuous monitoring of daily and planned activities to maintain a safe and healthy work environment, while also supporting EHS reporting and promoting safety awareness across the function.

 

Main Areas of Responsibility

Compliance & Risk Control

  • Understand and apply NTE EHS requirements.
  • Identify hazards, assess risks, and implement control measures.
  • Monitor daily operations to ensure a safe workplace.

Reporting & Legal Compliance

  • Prepare accurate monthly and quarterly EHS reports.
  • Ensure timely submission of legal reports and manage permit renewals.

Training & Development

  • Promote a positive safety culture.
  • Develop and deliver EHS training programs, including safety orientations for employees, contractors, and trainees.

Performance Monitoring & Coordination

  • Manage the "Safety RoadMap" and track corrective/preventive actions.
  • Coordinate with contractors to ensure safe working conditions.
  • Conduct risk assessments and ensure implementation of control measures.
  • Support continuous improvement and leadership in safety practices.

Other Duties

  • Handle additional tasks and projects as assigned by the EHS Manager

 

Who Are We Looking For?

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Occupational Health and Safety, Health Sciences, or Social Sciences.

Experience

  • Minimum of 2 years in a similar EHS role.

Skills & Knowledge

  • Intermediate English proficiency (spoken and written).
  • Proficient in MS Office.
  • Familiarity with Collective Labor Agreements, internal regulations, and company safety policies.

 

Key Competencies

  • Strong attention to detail and risk awareness.
  • Effective communication and training skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
  • Proactive and solution-oriented mindset

 

Female applicants are encouraged to apply!

 

Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!

Next Steps:

 

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

 

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.

 

  

 

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