Senior Carving Expert

Job Description

Company Snapshot

The Ethiopian Tourist Trading Enterprise (ETTE), established in 1964, is a government-owned enterprise dedicated to promoting Ethiopia’s rich cultural heritage and supporting the nation’s tourism sector. With over six decades of experience, ETTE operates a network of duty-free and duty-paid retail outlets, offering a diverse range of products including handicrafts, souvenirs, electronics, and luxury goods. The enterprise also engages in the production of traditional Ethiopian art and crafts, aiming to showcase the country’s unique cultural identity to both domestic and international customers. Through its commitment to quality service and cultural promotion, ETTE plays a significant role in enhancing Ethiopia’s image and contributing to its economic development.

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities:

• Reading and interpret designs or sketches for carving works/projects

• Carving wooden objects based on client specifications and designs

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• Selecting appropriate wood materials and tools for each project

• using various carving tools such as chisels, gouges, and knives

• Inspecting finished products to ensure they meet quality standards. etc

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Completion of 10th/12th grade high school/ Certificate Technical School or Diploma graduated in wood technology and related fields

• Years of Experience: Minimum experience of 6/4year in wood technology, furniture finishing works or related fields

• Salary: We offer a competitive salary that aligns with our company’s pay scale and reflects the value of your contributions.

• Work Location: This position is based at Addis Ababa

• Contract Type: This is a permanent position.

• Hiring Needs: We are currently hiring one professional to join our team.

Skills:

• Soft Skills: Creativity and ability to develop unique carving designs and ideas

  Knowledge: Knowledge of wood types and their characteristics

How to Apply:

Applicants are required to bring the original and a photocopy of their educational credentials via email: Enkuayehus@ette.com.et or apply in person at 22 Mazoria, behind Axum Hotel, past Tobia Traditional Bar, next to Fikre Kunspogna.

Note: Those who graduated with a Master’s degree, degree, or diploma from private higher education institutions must provide verification from the relevant authority. Those who graduated with a diploma from technical and vocational education institutions or colleges must also submit a Certificate of Competence (COC).