Security of Tenure

Is your short-term hire legally valid? Under Article 9 of the Labor Proclamation, employment in Ethiopia is legally presumed to be for an indefinite period, a default position designed to protect a worker’s security of tenure. Employers seeking to utilize fixed-term agreements must strictly adhere to the exhaustive exceptions outlined in Article 10. From managing seasonal workflows to navigating the strict 45-day limitation on temporary placements, we dissect the boundaries of definite period contracts to ensure compliance and prevent the unlawful circumvention of permanent employment rights.