Junior Physiotherapist
Deadline: May 14, 2026
Job Description
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Physiotherapist to join our team. Ideal candidates will have a strong desire to learn and grow in a clinical setting.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of children with intellectual disabilities to identify their physical needs and limitations.
- Develop individualized physiotherapy treatment plans based on assessment findings, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
- Implement evidence-based physiotherapy interventions, techniques, and exercises to improve motor skills, mobility, coordination, and physical function.
- Monitor and evaluate the progress of children undergoing physiotherapy interventions, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
- Provide education and guidance to parents/caregivers on appropriate home exercises, adaptive equipment, and techniques to support the child’s physical development.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
- Participate in team meetings and professional development activities to enhance knowledge and skills in the field of intellectual disability and physiotherapy.
- Adhere to ethical and professional standards, ensuring confidentiality and respect for the rights of children and their families.
- Contribute to research activities and program development initiatives related to intellectual disabilities and physiotherapy.
Location: Deborah Village, Sheger City Administration Legetafo Legedadi Sub City or Deborah Head Quarter, Bole
Full-time term contract
Salary and Benefit
- Net Salary: 17,000 ETB
- Certified Training opportunities from different local/ international partners ∙
- Master’s program opportunities with different partner universities
- Capacity development opportunities
Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution.
- Valid physiotherapy license
- Strong knowledge of neurodevelopmental and motor disorders associated with intellectual disabilities.
- Familiarity with evidence-based physiotherapy interventions and techniques for children with intellectual disabilities.
- Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate physiotherapy interventions effectively.
- Communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and engage with children and their families.
- Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for working with children with intellectual disabilities.
- Proficiency in written and spoken Amharic and English language.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development and staying updated with the latest research and practices in the field.
Essential
- Using Word, excel, and other basic computer knowledge
- Fluent in English
- Deep understanding of the job.
- Exceptional organizational and communication skills
- A patient and resilient personality
- Dedication
Personal Attributes
- Team player
- Punctuality
- Ability to work independently, displaying strong initiative in solving day-to-day problems with limited direction.
- Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage, track and organize data.
- Strong ability to take initiative and work with minimum supervision.
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Problem solving
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted in English and include a CV, cover letter, tempo (educational evidence) and contact details of two professional referees, one of which must be the applicant’s current / most recent line manager or current / most recent Head of HR.
Please send applications by email – tsion.yemane@deborafoundation.org in pdf format with the position title in the subject line.



