No statutory minimum wage
Minimum Wage
48 hrs/week
Working Hours
16 days
Annual Leave
13 weeks
Maternity Leave
1.25x
Overtime Rate
1.5 months
Max Probation
Generate employment contracts compliant with Labour Proclamation No. 1156/2019. Pre-configured with Ethiopia labour law requirements.
Ethiopia employment contracts are governed by Labour Proclamation No. 1156/2019. All employers are required to provide written terms of employment. Key statutory requirements include: no statutory minimum wage, maximum 48 working hours per week, 16 days annual leave, and 13 weeks maternity leave (100% (employer)).
Employers in Ethiopia must make mandatory deductions for Private Organizations Employees' Pension (POEP) (7% employee, 11% employer). The notice period for termination is 1-3 months. Employment disputes are resolved through the Labour Board / Federal First Instance Court. Severance pay: 1/3 month per year of service.
Disclaimer: This contract template provides general guidance based on Ethiopia labour law. It is not legal advice. For senior hires, complex arrangements, or industry-specific requirements, consult a qualified labour lawyer in Ethiopia.