Traineeship opportunity at the Embassy of Finland in Addis Ababa
The Embassy of Finland in Addis Ababa is seeking a motivated and proactive trainee for a six months fixed-term position starting in June 2026. The role offers an excellent opportunity to gain first-hand experience in Finland's foreign policy, development cooperation, and multilateral engagement, particularly with the African Union.
Key Responsibilities
The selected candidate will support the Embassy’s staff in a wide range of duties and gain familiarity with the full scope of the Embassy’s work.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Assisting in matters related to the African Union (AU), where Finland is a partner country
Monitoring and reporting on the political and economic situation in Ethiopia and on development cooperation between Finland and Ethiopia, particularly in regards to humanitarian assistance
Conducting background research and analytical tasks in support of diplomatic work
Media monitoring and preparation of media summaries
Assisting diplomats in their respective duties
Preparing incoming visits
Assisting in the preparation and organization of Embassy meetings and events
Supporting the Embassy’s communications, including updating the Embassy’s social media accounts
Performing other tasks as assigned by the Embassy’s management
Eligibility Requirements
The applicant must be a university student in a relevant field, such as international relations, political science, economics, development studies, law, communications, or a related discipline, or have graduated no more than one year prior to the start of the position
This position is open only to candidates currently residing in Ethiopia.
Qualifications and Skills
Strong interest in international relations, foreign policy, development cooperation, or related fields
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a multicultural environment
Excellent command of English; additional language skills are considered an asset
Strong writing, analytical, and organizational skills
Flexibility and willingness to undertake a wide variety of tasks
What We Offer
A unique opportunity to gain insight into Finland’s diplomatic work in Ethiopia, Africa, and multilateral cooperation
Practical experience in an international and dynamic working environment
Development of professional skills relevant to careers in international affairs
A supportive and engaging Embassy team
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit the following in English:
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Cover letter describing your relevant experience, motivation, and salary expectation
Contact details of three references
Please send your application by May 24th, 2026 to:
rekry.add@gov.fi
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Applicants will be informed about the selection timetable and process.