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Awash Bank S.C. – Career Opportunities 2025

📅 Apply Now: Open Positions Across Legal, IT, and Leadership Functions
📍 Primary Location: Addis Ababa & Hawassa
💼 Employment Type: Permanent
📧 Submission Method: Online Application (as per instructions)

About Awash Bank

Established on November 10, 1994, Awash Bank is Ethiopia’s pioneering private financial institution, founded by 486 visionary shareholders with an initial paid-up capital of Birr 24.2 million. We commenced banking operations on February 13, 1995, and have since grown to become one of the most resilient and high-performing banks in the country.

Despite global and domestic economic challenges, Awash Bank has consistently demonstrated strong financial performance, operational excellence, and customer-centric innovation. As part of our strategic growth agenda, we are strengthening our capital base, digital infrastructure, human capital, and sustainability frameworks to deliver superior value to our customers, shareholders, and the broader economy.

We are now seeking highly competent, ethical, and results-driven professionals to fill key positions across our Legal, Information Technology, and Corporate Leadership divisions.

Available Positions – 2025 Recruitment Drive

1. Legal Aid

🔹 Place of Work: Addis Ababa
📌 Vacancy No: HO/02832/25

Qualifications & Experience:

• Diploma in Law
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in legal support or paralegal roles
• Strong understanding of banking and corporate legal procedures

2. IT Project Management Officer I

🔹 Place of Work: Addis Ababa
📌 Vacancy No: HO/02829/25

Qualifications & Experience:

• BSc in Information Technology or related field
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in IT project management, preferably in the banking sector
• Master’s degree or certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, ITIL) are advantageous

3. Legal Officer

🔹 Place of Work: South Regional Office, Hawassa
📌 Vacancy No: HO/02830/25

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)

• Minimum of 3 years of professional legal experience
• Knowledge of commercial, banking, and contract law preferred

🔹 Place of Work: Addis Ababa
📌 Vacancy No: HO/02831/25

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in the banking or financial sector
• Proven track record in legal advisory, compliance, or dispute resolution

5. IT Project Management Officer II

🔹 Place of Work: Addis Ababa
📌 Vacancy No: HO/02828/25

Qualifications & Experience:

• BSc in IT or related field
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in IT project management within financial services
• Certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, etc.) and Master’s degree are preferred

6. Senior – IT Project Management Officer

🔹 Place of Work: Addis Ababa
📌 Vacancy No: HO/02823/25

Qualifications & Experience:

• Sc in IT or related field
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in IT and project management
• Demonstrated leadership in end-to-end project delivery
• Advanced certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile, Scrum) are highly valued

7. Senior – Database Administrator

🔹 Place of Work: Addis Ababa
📌 Vacancy No: HO/02824/25

Qualifications & Experience:

• BSc in IT or related field
• Minimum of 6 years in database administration, preferably in banking
• Mandatory: Oracle 19c Certified Professional (OCP)
• Additional certifications in IBM DB2, PostgreSQL, Unix/Linux are advantageous

8. Senior – Systems Administrator (Compute & Storage)

🔹 Place of Work: Addis Ababa
📌 Vacancy No: HO/02825/25

Qualifications & Experience:

• BSc in Computer Science, IT, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Minimum of 6 years in data center, server, and storage management within financial services
• Required Certifications: VCP, RHCSA/RHCE, MCSE, CCNA, or ITIL
• Preferred: NetApp, EMC, CISSP, CISM, VMware VSAN

9. Senior – Network Administrator

🔹 Place of Work: Addis Ababa
📌 Vacancy No: HO/02826/25

Qualifications & Experience:

• BSc in Computer Science, Information Science, or Engineering
• Minimum of 6 years in network infrastructure and security
• Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CISSP, CompTIA Network+ are highly desirable

10. Senior – Data Analyst and BI Developer

🔹 Place of Work: Addis Ababa
📌 Vacancy No: HO/02827/25

Qualifications & Experience:

• BSc in Computer Science or related field
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence, and reporting
• Proficiency in BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau), SQL, and data modeling
• Relevant IT certifications are an advantage

11. Principal – IT Projects Management Officer

🔹 Place of Work: Addis Ababa
📌 Vacancy No: HO/02821/25

Qualifications & Experience:

• BSc in IT or related field
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT project leadership
• Master’s degree and professional certifications (PMP, ITIL, etc.) are preferred
• Proven success in managing complex, cross-functional technology projects

12. Principal – Database Engineer

🔹 Place of Work: Addis Ababa
📌 Vacancy No: HO/02822/25

Qualifications & Experience:

• BSc in IT or related field
• Minimum of 8 years in database engineering and architecture
• Mandatory: Oracle 19c OCP Certification
• IBM Db2 v11.5 certification is a plus
• Master’s degree is an added advantage

13. Principal – Training Impact Assessment Officer

🔹 Place of Work: Addis Ababa
📌 Vacancy No: HO/02734/25

Qualifications & Experience:

• BA in Human Resources, Education, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 8 years in training evaluation, learning impact measurement, or L&D roles
• Experience in Kirkpatrick model, ROI analysis, or M&E frameworks
• Master’s degree and certification in training assessment are preferred

14. IT Project Manager

🔹 Place of Work: Addis Ababa
📌 Vacancy No: HO/02820/25

Qualifications & Experience:

• BSc in IT or related field
• Minimum of 10 years in IT project management, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role
• Master’s degree and certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) are highly recommended
• Experience leading large-scale digital transformation projects in banking is essential

15. Director – Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Directorate

🔹 Place of Work: Addis Ababa
📌 Vacancy No: HO/02733/25

Qualifications & Experience:

• Master’s Degree in Environmental Studies, Economics, Sustainability, or related field
• Minimum of 12 years of professional experience, with at least 3 years in ESG, sustainability, or CSR leadership
• Proven experience in ESG strategy, climate risk, green finance, or sustainable banking
• Professional training in ESG frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD) is an advantage

How to Apply

📩 Submit your application via the official recruitment channel (details to be confirmed on the bank’s website or notice board).

📋 Required Documents (Scanned Copies):

• Updated CV
• Educational certificates (Grade 10, 12, Diploma, Degree, etc.)
• Professional certifications
• Work experience letters
• Kebele ID or valid identification

📌 Important Notes:

• Clearly indicate the position title and vacancy number in your application.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for written exams, interviews, or assessments.
• Applications will be evaluated based on eligibility, relevance, and completeness.
• Falsified documents or misrepresentation will lead to disqualification or termination.
• Awash Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and ethical hiring.

• Be part of Ethiopia’s first private bank and a national success story
• Work in a dynamic, innovative, and growing financial institution
• Access to professional development, training, and career advancement
• Contribute to financial inclusion and sustainable economic growth
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

🌐For updates and official application procedures, visit the Awash Bank careers portal or follow our official communication channels.

Awash Bank S.C. – Trusted. Innovative. Ethiopian.

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