Employee-Initiated Termination of Employment Under Ethiopian Employment Law
Resigning is more than just saying “I quit.” While the general rule under Article 31 of Proclamation No. 1156/2019 requires a 30-day notice to ensure operational continuity, the law also provides an “emergency exit.” We explore the specific grounds for constructive dismissal—including sexual harassment, threats to human dignity, and imminent safety hazards—that allow a worker to leave immediately. However, this right comes with a ticking clock: a strict 15-working-day limit to act once the misconduct occurs.