Ombudsman
Ethiopian Institution of the Ombudsman
EIO
69/100
Summary
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The Ethiopian Institution of the Ombudsman was established by Proclamation No. 211/2000, implementing Article 55(14) and Article 101 of the FDRE Constitution. The Chief Ombudsman is elected by the House of Peoples' Representatives for a 6-year term. It investigates mal-administration and executive human rights violations.
Independence Scorecard
69/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 6 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Proclamation No. 211/2000 (Establishment of the Ethiopian Institution of the Ombudsman)
- Citation
- Proclamation No. 211/2000 (Federal Negarit Gazeta Extra. No. 3/2000)
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
National ombudsman; investigates complaints of mal-administration and human rights violations by federal executive organs. Issues recommendations and annual reports to Parliament.