
ABOUT CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY ETHIOPIA
Cambridge Academy Ethiopia is a premier international school committed to providing outstanding British curriculum education within a vibrant, multicultural community in Addis Ababa. We are dedicated to maintaining high standards of professionalism, accountability, and operational excellence as part of our continuous growth and COBIS accreditation journey.
Job Position 1: AV / Technical Support Technician
PERSON SPECIFICATION & REQUIREMENTS
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or technical qualification in Audio Visual Technology, Electronics, IT, Sound Engineering, Theatre Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years’ relevant AV/event technical experience.
- Practical experience with sound, microphones, presentation systems, and event AV.
- Strong troubleshooting capability.
- Ability to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays as required.
- Customer-service and teamwork orientation.
Desirable Attributes
- Auditorium/theatre experience is highly desirable.
Job Title: Centre Manager – Recreational Facilities
PERSON SPECIFICATION & REQUIREMENTS
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Sports Management, Facility Management, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant management experience, preferably in hospitality, leisure, recreation, sports, club, entertainment, hotel, or multi-facility operations.
- Demonstrated experience managing customer-facing operations.
- Strong financial, commercial, and people-management capability.
- Strong understanding of customer experience and service standards.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
- Strong planning, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and public events.
Desirable Attributes
- Experience in event operations and commercial facility management is highly desirable.
Job Title: Duty Manager / Theatre & Events Lead
- School: Cambridge Academy Ethiopia
- Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent – Shift Based
- Required Number: 3 (Three)
- Application Deadline: Within 7 working days from date of announcement
- PERSON SPECIFICATION & REQUIREMENTSEssential Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business Administration, Event Management, Facility Management, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 2–3 years’ relevant experience in hotel, hospitality, recreation, events, entertainment, sports, or facility operations.
- Practical event coordination experience.
- Strong customer-service orientation.
- Ability to work shifts, evenings, weekends, and events.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Calm and professional approach to incidents and customer escalations.
Job Title: Facilities / Maintenance Technician
- School: Cambridge Academy Ethiopia
- Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent – Shift Based
- Required Number: 2 (Two)
- Application Deadline: Within 7 working days from date of announcement
- PERSON SPECIFICATION & REQUIREMENTSEssential Qualifications & Experience
- Technical diploma/certificate in Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, HVAC, Building Maintenance, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 2 years’ relevant facilities/maintenance experience.
- Good troubleshooting and practical problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a technical team.
- Ability to work shifts, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
- Willingness to work outside normal school hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays where required.
Desirable Attributes
- Multi-skilled maintenance capability is preferred.
- Experience in institutional, hotel, commercial, or large-facility environments is an advantage.
Job Title: Personal Assistant to Head of Primary and Early Years School
- School: Cambridge Academy Ethiopia
- Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
- Required Number: 1 (One)
- Application Deadline: Within 7 working days from date of announcement
- PERSON SPECIFICATION & REQUIREMENTSEssential Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Secretarial Studies, Office Management, Communications, English, Education, or a related field.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or Senior Administrator, preferably in an international school or educational setting.
- Outstanding written and spoken English (near-native or equivalent professional fluency).
- Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
- Strong minute-taking, proofreading, and editing skills.
- High level of discretion, integrity, and confidentiality.
- Excellent organisational, time-management, and multitasking abilities.
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing.
Desirable Attributes
- Experience working in a British curriculum or international school environment.
- Familiarity with school management information systems (e.g., Mograsys).
- Formal secretarial or PA qualification.
- Experience supporting senior leadership in an educational setting.
- Knowledge of Early Years and Primary school operations.
Job Title: Primary School Librarian
- School: Cambridge Academy Ethiopia
- Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
- Required Number: 1 (One)
- Application Deadline: Within 7 working days from date of announcement
PERSON SPECIFICATION & REQUIREMENTS
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science, Education, English, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant school library experience, preferably in a primary or international school setting.
- Outstanding written and spoken English.
- Strong knowledge of children’s literature and reading development.
- Experience with library management systems and digital catalogues.
- Excellent organisational, IT, and communication skills.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing.
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, students, and parents.
Desirable Attributes
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- Teaching qualification or professional library certification.
- Experience with the British curriculum or COBIS-accredited schools.
- Experience working in Early Years or Primary education.
- Familiarity with library software such as Oliver, Accelerated Reader, or similar systems.
Job Title: Sports / Basketball Coordinator
- School: Cambridge Academy Ethiopia
- Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
- Required Number: 2 (Two)
- Application Deadline: Within 7 working days from date of announcement
PERSON SPECIFICATION & REQUIREMENTS
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, Business, Hospitality, or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in sports, recreation, hospitality, events, or facility operations.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Customer-service and commercial orientation.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends.
Desirable Attributes
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- Basketball experience is highly desirable.
- Experience coordinating tournaments, academies, clubs, or sports programmes preferred.
Job Title: Lifeguard
- School: Cambridge Academy Ethiopia
- Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent – Shift Based
- Required Number: 3 (Three)
- Application Deadline: Within 7 working days from date of announcement
PERSON SPECIFICATION & REQUIREMENTS
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Recognised lifeguard certification.
- Strong swimming and rescue capability.
- High level of alertness and responsibility.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work shifts, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
- Ability to remain calm and effective during emergencies.
Desirable Attributes
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- Current first-aid/CPR certification preferred or required according to CAE operating standards.
- Previous swimming-pool lifeguard experience preferred.
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their application package as a single PDF document containing: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1v4XP8fuCALbzRgUt4w9p4gHEOSL3IuOV/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=108050534850595632006&rtpof=true&sd=true
Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Cover letter explaining suitability for the role.
Copies of academic and professional credentials.
Please email your application to: cae-careers@cambridgeethiopia.org
Subject Line: Application: Lifeguard – [Your Name]
Important Notes:
Cambridge Academy Ethiopia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
