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Find top recruitment and staffing agencies in Ethiopia. Whether you're looking for specialized talent or general hiring support, explore experienced recruitment firms that understand the local market and can help you build the perfect team.

Ethiopia's

Economic indicators

58

World ranked

Ethiopia ranks 58 in the world by current economic output

$163.7bn

Nominal GDP (US$)

GDP reflects the overall size and economic strength of the country's economy.

34

EMEA ranked

Ethiopia is ranked 34 in EMEA by economic output in the region

GDP growth (%)

GDP growth explained

The chart compares how GDP has grown for Ethiopia, its region, and the world over the last seven years. Positive growth indicates an expanding economy; negative growth may signal contraction and affect hiring activity.

25.6%

Current rate

▼ 4.6% reduction

Inflation represents the rate at which prices rise and purchasing power diminishes. High inflation may prompt employees to seek higher wages, potentially impacting company profitability and hiring strategies.

Ethiopia's inflation rate

120 days

Maternity leave

Maternity Leave: 120 days at full pay, 30 pre-birth. Paternity Leave: 3 days at full pay. No specific Parental Leave law in Ethiopia.

6 months

Sick leave

Employees can take up to 6 months of paid sick leave with a medical certificate. Month 1: full pay by employer; Months 2-3: half pay by employer; Months 4-6: unpaid.

Cost of living

Cost of living index explained

The cost of living has a direct impact on salary expectations and the competitiveness of compensation packages. It can influence the appeal of certain locations for both employers and candidates.

Ethiopia's

Labor market

Ethiopia vs world population age distribution

105m

Population

Ethiopia has a population of about 105m. The chart compares its age distribution with the world average—useful context for workforce size and long-term hiring demand.

30 hrs

Average working full time week

Standard work hours are capped at 8 per day, 48 per week, running Monday to Saturday. Overtime pay is required for hours exceeding these limits.

3.5%

Current percentage

Ethiopia's unemployment rate is healthy, indicating a well functioning labor market with good job opportunities for most people. Between 2022 and 2023, there was a small increase in unemployment, suggesting continued economic stability, with a slight dip in job availability

Unemployment rate

Ethiopia's

Top performing companies and industries

Top industries

  • food processing
  • textiles
  • chemicals

Ratio of males to females (by age)

86 / 75

Male

In Ethiopia there is a medium gap in participation rates between males and females, indicating moderate inequality with some progress towards gender parity.

Ethiopia's

Religion and ethnicity

Religion

In religiously diverse countries, a broad sourcing and engagement approach whilst appealing to inclusive practices resonates with this candidate market. In homogeneous environments, understanding dominant cultural norms is often more important when engaging with talent.

Ethnicity

In ethnically diverse countries, there may be a greater variety of candidates with different cultural backgrounds. Employers may need to focus more on inclusive hiring practices to attract talent from across different ethnic groups.