African Union (AU) Job Recruitment

The African Union (AU) is a continental body consisting of the 55 member states that make up the countries of the African Continent. It was officially launched in 2002 as a successor to the Organization of African Unity (OAU, 1963-1999). We are an Integrated, Prosperous and Peaceful Africa, driven by its own citizens and representing a dynamic force in the global arena.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

Title: Principal Officer, Research and Capacity Building
Requisition ID: 2383
Location: Bamako, Mali
Job Grade: P4
Contract Type: Regular
Division: Office of the Deputy Executive Director, Research and Capacity Building Unit
Reports to: Deputy Executive Director
Directorate/Department/Organ: African Centre for the Study and Research on Migration, Bamako, Mali

Purpose of Job

The Principal Policy Officer (Research and Capacity Building) identifies and coordinates research on migration (its causes, nature, magnitude, trends, and policy implications) and coordinates the training/capacity building of Member States and Regional Economic Communities (RECs) in migration issues.

Main Functions
The Principal Policy Officer (Research & Capacity Building) will perform the following duties:

Provides overall leadership to the research and capacity-building functions of the Centre.
Coordinates the development of strategic plans for the Research & Capacity Building Unit in line with the Centre’s strategic goals, objectives, and priorities.
Presents and defends resource requirements needed to carry out the annual work plans of the Research & Capacity Building Unit.

The Principal Policy Officer (Research & Capacity Building) will play a significant role in:

Achieving the ACSRM’s mandate of deepening understanding of African migration patterns and trends and strengthening migration governance in the African continent.
Coordinating, producing,, and disseminating ACSRM’s flagship publications, including the African Migration Journal, African Migration Policy Briefs Series, African Migration Working Papers Series, and African Migration Monthly News, and identifying new ACSRM publications series.
Coordinating and providing technical expertise for ACSRM’s research projects.
Coordinating and providing technical expertise for ACSRM’s capacity-building projects.
Reviewing and providing inputs on project proposals, draft articles, technical reports, briefing notes, policy briefs, interim reports, final reports, press reviews, final reports, project reports, and memos for ACSRM’s research, policy, and capacity-building activities.
Drafting, updating, and consolidating the content of ACSRM’s website regularly.
Liaising and collaborating closely with African migration researchers, scholars, experts, policymakers, and practitioners.

Specific Responsibilities

Coordinates the development of technical proposals on research and capacity-building per the Centre’s strategic priorities.
Assists management in grant writing and mobilizing resources for the Centre’s research and capacity-building activities.
Monitors performance and prepares progress reports on the Centre’s research and capacity-building activities.
Coordinates the monitoring and evaluation of programmes under the Research & Capacity Building Unit.
Coordinates and contributes to the production and finalization of ACSRM’s publications.
Coordinates and updates the ACSRM’s experts and researchers’ database.
Liaises with African migration experts, researchers, and global migration scholars for their potential contribution as authors and reviewers of manuscripts to be published in the African Migration Journal, flagship publications, and other ACSRM publication outlets.
Leads, coordinates, and organizes ACSRM’s policy debates, research, capacity-building, advocacy seminars, webinar series, summer schools, and other events.
Leads, coordinates, and provides inputs to the publications of the content of ACSRM’s website and its updates regularly.
Provides technical inputs and assistance on requests on migration and related issues submitted by the African Union, Regional Economic Communities (RECs), Member States, local and international partners, experts, researchers, practitioners, and other stakeholders.
Leads, coordinates, and assists in developing ACSRM’s research and capacity-building projects and addressing the administrative, financial, managerial, and technical aspects.
Supervises the work of interns, consultants, and junior researchers and advises on the selection of consultants and experts for ACSRM’s activities.
Leads, coordinates, and provides inputs in drafting, reviewing, and editing articles for peer-reviewed journals, briefing notes, strategy documents, regular regional/continental/national reports, technical reports, working papers, policy briefs, white papers, memos, concept notes, project proposals and related project documentation, speeches, PowerPoint Presentations, training materials, conference materials and proceedings, project reporting, technical documents, and other papers produced by the Centre.
Draft peer-reviewed journal articles, briefing notes, policy-oriented papers, strategy documents, regular regional/continental reports, and capacity-building and training materials on migration issues.
Coordinates the overall activities of the African Migration Journal, an international peer-reviewed journal on African migration published by the African Centre for the Study and Research on Migration (ACSRM).
Represents the Centre at relevant national/regional/continental/international seminars and conferences and promotes the ACSRM’s work during these events.
Stay up-to-date on relevant theoretical and methodological approaches, policy debates, and academic literature on migration.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Deputy Director.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

Master’s Degree in Migration Studies, Sociology, Economics, Anthropology, Political Science, Geography, Demography and Population Studies, International relations, Law, Development Studies, Refugee Studies, Humanitarian affairs, or other related disciplines and fields with a concentration on migration, from an accredited academic institution, with a total of ten (10) years of relevant work experience. A Master’s degree concentrating on migration will be an asset.

Bachelor’s Degree in similar fields of study with twelve (12) years of relevant work experience
Three (3) and six (6) years out of total experience need to be at supervisory and expert/specialist levels, respectively.
A Ph.D. in Migration Studies or Political/ Social Sciences/ Humanities/ Economics/ Legal International Relations, Law, or Development Studies or other social sciences-related disciplines with a concentration on migration will be an added advantage
Relevant work experience needs to be continuous and combined in the following areas:
- Solid experience in drafting peer-reviewed journals’ articles, reports, technical papers, policy briefs, meeting and project reports, etc. on migration issues in general, and on African migration in particular.
- Solid experience in conducting research and training in migration or related areas.
- Demonstrated experience in a migration research institute, academic institution or international organization, conducting research, analysing, and publishing on migration, focusing on African migration issues.
- Solid experience implementing large-scale migration projects and programmes, emphasizing project development, strategic planning, research, training/capacity building, policy development and policy implementation, and monitoring and evaluation.
Comprehensive knowledge of theories, methods, and training tools on migration.
Excellent understanding of the research and policy agenda on migration.
Excellent knowledge of various aspects of African migration, the research agenda on migration in the continent, and the training and capacity-building needs of African Member States and Regional Economic Communities (RECs) on African migration.
Excellent knowledge of the global/international agenda on migration and its implications on the African continent.
Excellent knowledge of the African Union, RECs, and international instruments related to migration.
Proven experience interacting with international and regional public partner agencies.
Proven track record of working and liaising with high-level government and donor officials.
Demonstrated experience organizing workshops, conferences, expert meetings, and training seminars for various audiences (Government officials, RECs, researchers, experts, lecturers, students, practitioners, media, etc., interested in African migration issues).
Demonstrated experience liaising with experts, researchers, lecturers, students, and practitioners on migration issues.
Demonstrable experience in supervising and leading junior researchers, interns, and consultants’ teams and delegating tasks and authority.
Demonstrable experience in drafting technical documents for executive-level consumption.
Demonstrable experience in peer-review and editing technical and policy documents.
An understanding of the African Union’s way of working and managing associated relationships with Member States/RECs and partners is preferred.

Required Skills:

Technical expertise and experience in supporting and managing complex programmes, particularly in social research and training/capacity building.
Excellent analytical skills to respond to emerging and complex migration trends. and to develop, apply, and, adjust programme strategies and policies to further the agency’s mission, goals, and objectives.
Excellent skills in conceptualizing, planning, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs.
Excellent past track record in publishing academic publications, especially articles in leading local and international peer-reviewed journals on migration issues, an asset.
Excellent past track record in publishing policy-oriented publications and technical reports directed to Government officials, international organizations, NGOs, and relevant stakeholders.
Excellent knowledge in editing, reviewing, and coordinating the publications of academic and policy-oriented papers (articles, working papers, policy briefs, technical reports, meeting reports, national, regional, and continental reports).
Excellent past track record in managing and carrying out research and capacity-building projects and activities.
Excellent track record in developing grant proposals for research funding and securing funding for research, training, and capacity-building projects and activities.
Demonstrated ability to present research findings and represent the Centre during seminars, workshops, and international conferences.
Excellent ability to liaise and develop strategic relations with experts, researchers, government officials, policymakers, academic and research institutions, think tanks, international organizations, NGOs, migrant and diasporas organizations, civil society organizations, etc., to identify, develop and conduct new research studies and opportunities in line with the ACSRM’s thematic areas.
Excellent ability to liaise diplomatically, good representational skills, and experience interacting with various stakeholders and decision-makers to build strong collaborative relationships with governments and partners (State and non-State actors).
Strong written and oral communication skills, particularly proven ability to write clear and concise reports and solid experience linking research findings with policy debates, options, and programming decisions.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Flexibility and smooth adaptation to a changing working environment.
Excellent ability to deliver under tight deadlines, work autonomously, and ensure a strong team spirit.
Excellent project planning and management skills for organizing, planning, and executing projects from conception through implementation.
Demonstrated ability about computer skills, including excellent word-processing capabilities, proficiency with e-mail and internet applications, and PowerPoint, and expertise using office software applications such as MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Excellent command of qualitative and quantitative research methods, including analyzing qualitative and quantitative data using relevant software (for instance: NVIVO, Atlas-ti for qualitative data, and SPSS and STATA for quantitative data) and excellent ability to create and maintain databases using relevant software (R, SQL, etc.), an asset.
Excellent knowledge in creating and updating websites, including developing content for the website, an asset.
Demonstrated ability to disseminate information, research findings, policy, and advocacy materials for large and various audiences (Senior Government officials, experts, researchers, students, academic and think tank partners, practitioners, media, migrant and diasporas organizations, NGOs, international organizations, etc.).
Demonstrated ability to disseminate knowledge and information through social media.
Ability to work in an international and multicultural environment and maintain positive, collegial, and strong relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.
An excellent command of at least one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, or Kiswahili). Knowledge of any of the other five will be an added advantage

Leadership Competencies:

Strategic Insight
Developing others
Change Management
Managing Risk

Core Competencies:

Building Relationship
Foster Accountability Culture
Learning Orientation
Communicating with Influence

Functional Competencies:

Conceptual thinking
Job Knowledge and information sharing
Drive for result
Continuous improvement orientation

Tenure of Appointment:

The appointment will be made on a regular term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months shall be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables.

Gender Mainstreaming

The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Language:

Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese, and Spanish) and fluency in another AU language is an added advantage.

Remuneration
Indicative basic salary of US$ 42,879.00 (P4 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment ( 52% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 22,968.00 (per annum), and education allowance (100% of tuition and other education-related expenses for every eligible dependent up to a maximum of US$ 10,000.00 per child per annum), for internationally recruited staff and a maximum of $3,300 per child per annum for locally recruited staff.

Application Closing Date
4th October, 2024; 11h59 p.m. EAT.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Click Here to Download CV Template (MS Word)

Note

Only candidates who meet all job requirements and are selected for interviews will be contacted.
Consideration will be given only to those candidates who have submitted a fully completed online application with a curriculum vitae (CV), an African passport, and the required academic qualifications, such as Diplomas, Bachelor’s degrees (Bac+3), Master’s degrees (Bac+5) and any relevant certificate in line with the area of expertise.
The African Union is an equal opportunity employer, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Candidates from less represented countries within the African Union are strongly encouraged to apply for positions that fit their profiles. These countries include Algeria, Angola, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Comoros, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Namibia, Niger, Sahrawi D.R., Sao Tome and Principe., Seychelles, Somalia and Tunisi

IMPORTANT POSTS:

Title: Communications & Information Officer (IAPSC)
Requisition ID: 2328
Location: Yaounde, Cameroon
Job Grade: P2
Contract Type: Regular
Division: IAPSC
Reports to: Finance and Administrative Officer, UA-SAFGRAD
Directorate/Department/Organ: Agriculture, Rural Development & Blue Economy (ARBE)

Purpose of Job

To support the work of division in implementing planned programmes and provide technical inputs to develop strategies.

Main Functions

To coordinate and promote use of AU-lAPSC’s Plant Health Information System
Liaise with AU member States and relevant institutions to promote the activities of AU-IAPSC;
Publishing related documents (in UA working languages);
Provide strategic and tactical Public Relations support to the different Units of AU-IAPSC;
Develop targeted communications materials/programs for the Focal Points to sensitive member states;
Manage AU-lAPSC’s Documentation, Information and Communication Centre

Specific Responsibilities

Communications Programmes Implementation
Developing and maintaining a comprehensive database of AU-IAPSC and project contacts with an interface to the messaging system
Developing and maintaining a comprehensive database of basic project and AU-IAPSC basic statistics
Serving as the Editor for the International Plant Protection Convention and ensure information on Plant Health Issues are shared instantly;
Serve as IPPC Online Comment System for Africa;
Developing and maintaining a knowledge management system that will ensure retention of AU-lAPSC’s institutional memory;
Liaising with IT staff to create document repository databases in various technical formats;
Liaising with project staff to generate content for periodicals such as an internal news bulletin and a daily media monitoring digest;
Editorial and layout support for publications of AU-IAPSC, project reports and PowerPoint presentations;
Copywriting of AU-IAPSC information material such as corporate and project brochures and posters, which form a prime external communications tool of the organization, using the necessary platforms and applications (MS-Publisher and/or Corel Draw, etc);
Facilitate media outreach, including the maintenance of media contact databases and provide qualitative feedback report;
Manage AU-IAPSC website;
Ensure that all reports of conferences, seminars and workshops are translated into the working languages of African Union;
Coordinating all activities related to documentation and implementing related documentation systems;
Manage media training sessions for key personnel as needed;
Help track, analyze and report media coverage of AU and AU-IAPSC events;
Provide public relations writing support;
Development of press releases, media pitches, bylined articles and white papers;
Coordinate and draft responses to press inquiries in a timely manner;
Consult AU-IAPSC experts and prepare talking points for media interviews;
Plan and coordinate press events;
Any other duties as assigned by supervisor or the Director of Information and Communication

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Management, Journalism, Public Relations, International Affairs or any other related communications field.
5-years’ of relevant professional experience within developing and implementing communication activities for national government or public sector, regional or international government or non-governmental organisations, multinational organisations, advertising agencies or leading media companies will be a distinct advantage.

Master Degree in Information management, journalism, public relations, international affairs or any other related communications field.
2-years’ of relevant professional experience within developing and implementing communication activities for national government or public sector, regional or international government or non-governmental organisations, multinational organisations, advertising agencies or leading media companies will be a distinct advantage.

Required Skills:

Leadership, relationship-building, strategic planning and motivational skills;
Excellent writing and communication skills
Excellent negotiation skills
Good organizational and planning skills
Good Analytical skills and giving attension to details
Good interpersonal skills and team work
Time management skills;
Ability to work in multicultural environment
Sound planning and organisational skills
Evidence of ability to establish rapport effectively with a wide variety of people and project a positive organizational image;
Ability to occasionally work a flexible schedule including participation in special events, meetings, seminars;
Ability to work under pressure is highly desirable;
Action-oriented, high initiative, good problem-solving skills, and independent thinking
Computer literate and versed with Power Point, MS Excel and MS Word, publisher or Xpress.
Proficiency in one of the AU officials working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Spanish or Arabic) and fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage.

Leadership Competencies:
Core Competencies:

Teamwork and Collaboration
Accountability awareness and Compliance
Learning Orientation
Communicating with Influence

Functional Competencies:

Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
Job Knowledge and information sharing
Drive for Results
Continuous Improvement Focus

Tenure of Appointment:

The appointment will be made on a regular term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months shall be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables.

Gender Mainstreaming:

The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Languages:

Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese, and Spanish) is mandatory and fluency in another AU language is an added advantage

Remuneration
Indicative basic salary of US$ 31,073.00 (P2 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment (48% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 18,396.00 (per annum), and education allowance (100% of tuition and other education-related expenses for every eligible dependent up to a maximum of US$ 10,000.00 per child per annum), for internationally recruited staff and a maximum of $3,300 per child per annum for locally recruited staff.

Application Closing Date
4th October, 2024; 11h59 p.m. EAT.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Click Here to Download CV Template (MS Word)

Note

Only candidates who meet all job requirements and are selected for interviews will be contacted.
Consideration will be given only to those candidates who have submitted a fully completed online application with a curriculum vitae (CV), an African passport, and the required academic qualifications, such as Diplomas (Bac+2), Bachelor’s degrees (Bac+3), Master’s degrees (Bac+5) and any relevant certificate in line with the area of expertise.
The African Union is an equal opportunity employer, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Candidates from less represented countries within the African Union are strongly encouraged to apply for positions that fit their profiles. These countries include Algeria, Angola, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Comoros, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Namibia, Sahrawi D.R., Sao Tome and Principe., Seychelles, Somalia and Tunisia.

Title: Receptionist (AU-SAFGRAD)
Requisition ID: 2382
Location: Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
Job Grade: GSA4
Contract Type: Regular
Division: AU-SAFGRAD
Reports to: Finance and Administrative Officer, UA-SAFGRAD
Directorate/Department/Organ: DARBE

Purpose of Job

To fulfill the role of Receptionist at AU-SAFGRAD, you will be the initial point of contact for visitors, guests, and callers, ensuring a hospitable and efficient experience.
Your responsibilities will encompass managing communication and administrative tasks proficiently, thereby contributing to the seamless operation of the office.

Main Functions

Greet guests on their arrival at the office.
Guide visitors towards the appropriate person and office.
Answer, screen and transfer incoming telephone calls and communications to recipients.
Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable.
Provide basic and accurate information over the phone and face-to-face.
Receive, sort, record and distribute mail to recipients.
Update calendars and plan meetings in consultation with the Office manager’s secretary.
Prepare the final list and flight itinerary for participants attending the Office’s various workshops.
File and photocopy documents.
Greet visitors, face-to-face and over the phone; answer or ask questions.
Guide visitors by keeping employee directories up to date; give instructions.
Maintain telecommunication systems by following manufacturer’s instructions for telephone operation.
Maintain a safe and clean reception area by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
Keep records of incoming and outgoing mail and courier deliveries.
Perform messenger and liaison duties with external contacts.
Maintain subsidiary records of telephone usage as needed.
Provide support at meetings as required.
Undertake data entry as required.
Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Specific Responsibilities

Provide a friendly and professional welcome to all visitors.
Respond to inquiries from visitors regarding directions, schedules, and general information about the office.
Manage incoming calls and direct them to the appropriate staff members, taking messages as necessary.
Schedule appointments for meetings and ensure rooms are prepared accordingly.
Follow security protocols and ensure visitors sign in and receive appropriate visitor passes.
Assist with logistical arrangements for meetings.
Provide general administrative support such as handling mail, maintaining records, and coordinating courier services.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

Minimum of Diploma (Bac +2) or Bachelor (Bac + 3) Degree with three (3) and two (2) years in Secretarial Studies or Office management is required. A higher qualification would be an added advantage
Experience working with an international organization will be an added advantage.

Required Skills:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Good planning and organizational skills.
Discretion in handling confidential information
Communication, report writing and presentation skills
Ability to successfully manage ambiguity
Ability to work across business units / geographies; cultural sensitivity
Knowledge in the use of Microsoft office suite
Fluency in French. Knowledge of any other African Union working language will be an added advantage.

Leadership Competencies:
Core Competencies:

Building Relationship
Communicating with impact

Functional Competencies:

Conceptual thinking:
- Job Knowledge and information sharing
- Drive for Results
- Continuous Improvement Orientation

Tenure of Appointment:

The appointment will be made on a regular term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months shall be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables.

Gender Mainstreaming:

The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Language:

Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, Kiswahili and Spanish) is mandatory.

Remuneration
Indicative basic salary of US$ 12,834.00 (GSA4 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment ( 55% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 16,813.44 (per annum), and education allowance (100% of tuition and other education-related expenses for every eligible dependent up to a maximum of US$ 10,000.00 per child per annum), for internationally recruited staff and a maximum of $3,300 per child per annum for locally recruited staff.

Application Closing Date
4th October, 2024; 11h59 p.m. EAT.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Click Here to Download CV Template (MS Word)

Note

Only candidates who meet all job requirements and are selected for interviews will be contacted.
Consideration will be given only to those candidates who have submitted a fully completed online application with a curriculum vitae (CV), an African passport, and the required academic qualifications, such as Diplomas, Bachelor’s degrees, Master’s degrees and any relevant certificate in line with the area of expertise.
The African Union is an equal opportunity employer, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Candidates from less represented countries within the African Union are strongly encouraged to apply for positions that fit their profiles. These countries include Algeria, Angola, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Comoros, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Namibia, Niger, Sahrawi D.R., Sao Tome and Principe., Seychelles, Somalia and Tunisia.

Title: Information and Outreach Officer
Requisition ID: 2381
Location: Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
Job Grade: P3
Contract Type: Regular
Division: AU-SAFGRAD
Reports to: Coordinator, AU-SAFGRAD
Directorate/Department/Organ: DARBE

Purpose of Job

As the Communication and Outreach Officer at AU-SAFGRAD, you will lead efforts to promote SAFGRAD’s mission and successes through strategic communication and advocacy.
Your role involves creating impactful content, engaging stakeholders across different platforms, and maintaining consistent messaging to amplify SAFGRAD’s visibility and support.
You’ll also manage media relations, coordinate outreach activities, and assess communication strategies to ensure they effectively advance SAFGRAD’s goals.

Main Functions
Under the supervision of the Coordinator, SAFGRAD, the Information and Outreach Officer is responsible for the following:

Elaborate, implement, and follow up on the SAFGRAD information communication/advocacy strategy.
Develop linkages and ensure effective two-way communication and dialogue with different stakeholders and target groups for better impact of SAFGRAD programmes and activities.
Develop and disseminate outreach materials (brochures, bulletins, proceedings, presentations, audio-video materials, and reports).
Organize outreach events (seminars, conferences, workshops, consultations, press briefings).
Regularly update the SAFGRAD website.
Identify opportunities for strategic partnerships in the area of communication/information to strengthen AU-SAFGRAD programmes, impact, and overall image.

Specific Responsibilities

Create and implement communication plans to enhance the visibility and understanding of the office initiatives, goals, and programs.
Build and maintain relationships with media outlets to ensure accurate and timely coverage of office events and developments.
Engage with the public through various channels (social media, newsletters, websites) to raise awareness about office activities.
Produce high-quality written, visual, and multimedia content such as press releases, articles, reports, and videos to communicate key messages effectively.
Organize and promote events, conferences, and campaigns to support office advocacy and outreach efforts.
Collaborate with governments, NGOs, and other stakeholders to amplify the impact of the office communications and outreach initiatives
Assess the effectiveness of communication strategies through metrics and feedback to continuously improve outreach efforts.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree with seven (7) and ten (10) years relevant work experience in information systems, communication, journalism, or other related fields, with at least three (3) years should be at Expert level.
PhD in any of the above or related field would be an added advantage
Professional work experience in policy analysis and development, programme/project management, implementation and monitoring
Experience in an international work environment is highly desirable.

Required Skills:

Proficiency in communications approaches, tools, and methodologies is required for planning, executing, and monitoring communication strategies effectively.
Solid knowledge and understanding of information management, procedures and practices including the relevant databases and technologies;
Understanding the strategic priorities in rural economy and agriculture, alongside familiarity with current development issues including agricultural development, technology transfer, food security, and poverty eradication.
Ability to conceptualize and mainstream communication / information for Organization programs/projects;
Broad awareness of major stakeholders, National Agriculture Research Centers, Regional Institutions in agriculture and International Agricultural Research Centers in Africa.
Strong computer skills; proven ability to use standard technology packages, e.g. Internet, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, X-press, PAGEMAKER. Basic knowledge of web editing; graphic design etc.
Excellent drafting and reporting skills;
Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese and Spanish) and fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage.

Leadership Competencies:

Strategic Insight
Change Management
Managing Risk

Core Competencies:

Building Relationship
Accountable and Complies with Rules
Learning Orientation
Communicating with Influence

Functional Competencies:

Conceptual Thinking
Job Knowledge and information sharing
Drive for Results
Continuous Improvement Orientation

Tenure of Appointment

The appointment will be made on a regular term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months shall be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables.

Gender Mainstreaming:

The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Language:

Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili Portuguese, and Spanish) is mandatory and fluency in another AU language is an added advantage.

Remuneration
Indicative basic salary of US$ 37,453.00 (P3 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment (55% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 19,530.00 (per annum), and education allowance (100% of tuition and other education-related expenses for every eligible dependent up to a maximum of US$ 10,000.00 per child per annum), for internationally recruited staff and a maximum of $3,300 per child per annum for locally recruited staff.

Application Closing Date
4th October, 2024; 11h59 p.m. EAT.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Click Here to Download CV Template (MS Word)

Note

Only candidates who meet all job requirements and are selected for interviews will be contacted.
Consideration will be given only to those candidates who have submitted a fully completed online application with a curriculum vitae (CV), an African passport, and the required academic qualifications, such as Diplomas (Bac+2), Bachelor’s degrees (Bac+3), Master’s degrees (Bac+5) and any relevant certificate in line with the area of expertise.
The African Union is an equal opportunity employer, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Candidates from less represented countries within the African Union are strongly encouraged to apply for positions that fit their profiles. These countries include Algeria, Angola, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Comoros, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Namibia, Sahrawi D.R., Sao Tome and Principe., Seychelles, Somalia and Tunisia.

Title: Director of the Institute (PAUSTI)
Requisition ID: 2345
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Grade: P5
Reports to: Rector
Division: PAUSTI
Contract Type: Regular
Directorate/Department/Organ: PAU

Purpose of Job

The incumbent is responsible for: the effective management of the institute’s human and financial resources, properties, equipment and facilities ensuring the effective and timely implementation PAU Council and Rectorate decisions at the level of the Institute.

Main Functions

Coordinate the PAUSTI activities and ensure timely delivery of set goals;
Manage the work of the Office and supervise direct/indirect reports to ensure their effective performance as per organization’s performance management policy and system;
Contribute in the design of strategies and policies consistent with the PAU’s goals, in order to address identified issues;
Contribute to the development of the PAUSTI business continuity plan and ensure its implementation;
Ensure risk management and recommend mitigation strategies;
Develop new and expand on existing activities as components of the strategies and policies;
Engage stakeholders within Members States and RECs in designing and implementing strategies;
Represent the organization and explain its position at conferences;
Mobilize resources from donors to implement strategies and activities;
Contribute to the preparation of periodic financial and budget execution reports and monitor budget execution at division level.

Specific Responsibilities

Play leadership role in liaising between the host university, host country and the PAU Rectorate and ensure effective co-ordination between the Coordinators of all Programme Departments and Centres under the Institute;
Preside over the Annual General Meeting of the Coordinators of Programme Departments and Centres of the Institute to draw up the report of the Institute, including an activity report covering the work of the Institute submitted for consideration by the Rector and for decision-making by the PAU Senate;
Regularly prepare and submit activity reports on the work of the Institute to the Rectorate;
Report annually to the Rector on the individual academic accomplishments of academic and research staff employed at the Institute and its Centres;
Ensure implementation and periodic monitoring of the PAU multi-annual strategic development plan at the level of the Institute, its Programme Departments and Centres;
Oversee the preparations of the budget and financial reports of the institute;
Ensure the commitment and release of funds for which provision has been made in the budget approved by the AU Executive Council and serve as the authorizing officer for the Institute;
With the approval of the PAU Rector, sign agreements pertaining to voluntary donations or contributions from governments, national or international organizations, or any other private or public donor organization for the benefit of the Institute;
Keep accurate records on the academic progress of each student and make recommendations to the relevant PAU organs for appropriate actions where necessary;
Overall oversight and leadership in the activities of the examiners including appointment of Boards of Examiners or juries for postgraduate theses, projects or other related academic or research work;
Supervise the planning and development of academic programs, policies, procedures and guidelines;
Plan the evaluation and review of academic programs and curriculum;
Liaise with national, regional, continental and international accreditation and quality assurance agencies;
Coordinate the evaluation processes for faculty hiring, promotion, and tenure, and make recommendations;
Participate as an ex-officio member of PAU council;
Perform other related tasks and related responsibilities as may be assigned by the Rector PAU or as may be necessary for the efficient functioning of the Institute.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

PhD holder and a full professor in the field of Science, Technology or Engineering in a recognized university, with twelve (12) years of relevant post-graduate progressive academic experience of which seven (7) years at a senior academic leadership position, in a recognized university.
Having held the administrative positions of Head of Department, Dean or Vice-Dean of a faculty or Director of academic programs or their equivalent will be an added advantage.
The candidate must have a prominent academic profile with evidence of high quality research work in the course of his/her career.
Experience in fund-raising for international projects is desirable
A certification in project management would be an advantage.

Required Skills:

Highly conversant in the cultures and changing landscapes of higher education internationally;
Working knowledge of policy analysis and development and programme/project management, implementation and monitoring;
Strong background of research and publications, a prominent profile in the relevant academic community and a proven record of effective leadership and management experience at a senior level in an academic/research institution;
Ability to communicate orally with strong interpersonal skills;
Ability to express ideas and formulate plans by means of clear and effective writing and oral presentations;
Ability to draft conceptual and detailed reports/papers and review/edit the work of others;
Ability to prepare rationale with respect to key financial and administrative decisions;
Ability to negotiate effectively;
Ability to keep abreast of available technology and understand its applicability to the work of the Organization;
Ability to actively seek, identify and apply appropriate technology to improve programme delivery;
Good computer literacy;
Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese, and Spanish); fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage.

Leadership Competencies:

Strategic Perspective
Developing Others
Change Management
Managing Risk

Core Competencies:

Building Relationships
Foster Accountability Culture
Learning Orientation
Communicating with impact

Functional Competencies:

Conceptual Thinking
Job Knowledge and information sharing
Drive for Results
Fosters Innovation

Tenure of Appointment

The appointment will be made on a regular term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months shall be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables.

Gender Mainstreaming

The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Language:

Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese, and Spanish) is mandatory and fluency in another AU language is an added advantage.

Remuneration
Indicative basic salary of US$ 50,746.00 (P5 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment (42% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 21,240.00 (per annum), and education allowance (100% of tuition and other education-related expenses for every eligible dependent up to a maximum of US$ 10,000.00 per child per annum), for internationally recruited staff and a maximum of $3,300 per child per annum for locally recruited staff.

Application Closing Date
16th September, 2024; 11h59 p.m. EAT.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Click Here to Download CV Template (MS Word)

Note

Only candidates who meet all job requirements and are selected for interviews will be contacted.
Consideration will be given only to those candidates who have submitted a fully completed online application with a curriculum vitae (CV), an African passport, and the required academic qualifications, such as Diplomas (Bac+2), Bachelor’s degrees (Bac+3), Master’s degrees (Bac+5) and any relevant certificate in line with the area of expertise.
The African Union is an equal opportunity employer, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Candidates from less represented countries within the African Union are strongly encouraged to apply for positions that fit their profiles. These countries include Algeria, Angola, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Comoros, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Namibia, Niger, Sahrawi D.R., Sao Tome and Principe., Seychelles, Somalia and Tunisia.
Please download the African Union CV template by clicking the link above. Kindly fill it out correctly and upload it to the “Resume” tab of your profile. This is MANDATORY.

Title: Director of the Institute (PAUGHSS)
Req Id: 2344
Location: Yaounde, Cameroon
Reports to: Rector
Directorate/Department/Organ: PAU
Division: PAUGHSS
Number of Direct Reports: 1
Number of Indirect Reports: 0
Job Grade: P5
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Regular

Purpose of Job

The incumbent is responsible for the effective management of the Institute’s human and financial resources, properties, equipment, and facilities ensuring the effective and timely implementation of the PAU Council and Rectorate decisions at the level of the Institute.

Main Functions

Coordinate the PAUGHSS activities and ensure timely delivery of set goals.
Manage the work of the Office and supervise direct/indirect reports to ensure their effective performance as per the organization’s performance management policy and system.
Contribute to the design of strategies and policies consistent with the PAU’s goals, in order to address identified issues.
Contribute to the development of the PAUGHSS business continuity plan and ensure its implementation.
Ensure risk management and recommend mitigation strategies.
Develop new and expand on existing activities as components of the strategies and policies.
Engage stakeholders within Member States and RECs in designing and implementing strategies.
Represent the organization and explain its position at conferences.
Mobilize resources from donors to implement strategies and activities.
Contribute to the preparation of periodic financial and budget execution reports and monitor budget execution at the division level.

Specific Responsibilities

Play a leadership role in liaising between the host university, host country, and the PAU Rectorate and ensure effective coordination between the Coordinators of all Programme Departments and Centres under the Institute.
Preside over the Annual General Meeting of the Coordinators of Programme Departments and Centres of the Institute to draw up the report of the Institute, including an activity report covering the work of the Institute for consideration to the Rector and submitted for decision by the PAU Senate.
Regularly prepare and submit activity reports on the work of the Institute to the Rectorate.
Report annually to the Rector on the individual academic accomplishments of academic and research staff employed at the Institute and its Centers.
Ensure the implementation and periodic monitoring of the PAU multi-annual strategic development plan at the level of the Institute, its Programme Departments, and Centers.
Oversee the preparations of the budget and financial reports of the Institute.
Ensure the commitment and release of funds for which provision has been made in the budget approved by the AU Executive Council and serve as the authorizing officer for the Institute.
With the approval of the PAU Rector, sign agreements pertaining to voluntary donations or contributions from governments, national or international organizations, or any other private or public donor organization for the benefit of the Institute.
Keep accurate records on the academic progress of each student and make recommendations to the relevant PAU organs for appropriate actions where necessary.
Provide overall oversight and leadership in the activities of the examiners, including the appointment of Boards of Examiners or juries for postgraduate theses, projects, or other related academic or research work.
Supervise the planning and development of academic programs, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Plan the evaluation and review of academic programs and curriculum.
Liaise with national, regional, continental, and international accreditation and quality assurance agencies.
Coordinate the evaluation processes for faculty hiring, promotion, and tenure, and make recommendations.
Participate as an ex-officio member of the PAU council.
Perform other related tasks and related responsibilities as may be assigned by the Rector PAU or as may be necessary for the efficient functioning of the Institute.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

PhD holder and full professor in the fields of social sciences and humanities, legal sciences, or economics from a recognized university, with twelve (12) years of relevant post-graduate progressive academic experience, of which seven (7) years are at a senior academic leadership position, in a recognized university.
Having held administrative positions such as Head of Department, Deputy Dean or Dean of faculty, or Director of academic programs or their equivalent will be an added advantage.
The candidate must have a prominent academic profile with evidence of high-quality research work in the course of his/her career.
Experience in fund-raising for international projects is desirable.
A project management certificate is an added advantage.

Required Skills:

Highly conversant in the cultures and changing landscapes of higher education internationally.
Working knowledge of policy analysis and development and program/project management, implementation, and monitoring.
Strong background of research and publications, a prominent profile in the relevant academic community, and a proven record of effective leadership and management experience at a senior level in an academic/research institution.
Ability to communicate orally with strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to express ideas and formulate plans by means of clear and effective writing and oral presentations.
Ability to draft conceptual and detailed reports/papers and review/edit the work of others.
Ability to prepare rationale with respect to key financial and administrative decisions.
Ability to negotiate effectively.
Ability to keep abreast of available technology and understand its applicability to the work of the Organization.
Ability to actively seek, identify, and apply appropriate technology to improve program delivery.
Good computer literacy.
Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic) is required; Knowledge in another AU language(s) is an added advantage.

Leadership Competencies:

Strategic Insight
Developing Others
Change Management
Managing Risk

Core Competencies:

Building Relationships
Foster Accountability Culture
Learning Orientation
Communicating with Impact

Functional Competencies:

Conceptual Thinking
Job Knowledge and Information Sharing
Drive for Results

Application Closing Date
13th September, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Title: Head of Division – Women and Gender Policy & Development
Req Id: 2346
Locations: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Reports to: Director, Woman Gender and Youth Development
Directorate/Department/Organ: Woman Gender And Youth Development
Division: Women and Gender Policy & Development
Number of Direct Reports: 2
Number of Indirect Reports: 3
Job Grade: P5
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Regular

Purpose of Job

Directs and manages the daily operations of the Women and Gender Policy & Development Division in order to achieve the strategic objectives of the directorate and the AU’s overall goals.

Main Functions

Designs and implements policies, programs, and projects to achieve the directorate’s strategic objectives.
Manages and supervises employees within the division, ensuring the timely delivery of the directorate’s goals and effective staff performance evaluation.
Designs policies, strategies, and programs to contribute to the effective implementation of relevant AU Policy Organs Decisions.
Ensures the delivery of the division’s annual targets in line with the directorate’s overall goals and ensures robust and timely monitoring and reporting.
Provides technical leadership and ensures efficient functioning of all Units within the Division.
Manages the work of the Division and supervises direct reports to ensure their effective performance in line with the organization’s performance management policy and system.
Engages stakeholders within Members States and Regional Economic Communities (RECs)/Regional Mechanisms (RMs) and relevant international organisations in designing and implementing strategies.
Maintains thematic partnerships in support of the mandate of the Division.
Maintains regular working relations with senior stakeholders in Member States and partner institutions in the execution of the Division’s mandate.
Represents the organisation and communicates its position at conferences.
Contributes to the preparation of periodic financial and budget execution reports and monitors budget execution at division level.
Ensures the effective management of funds contributed to the organization.
Manages risk within the division and recommends mitigation strategies.
Contributes to the development of the departmental business continuity plan and ensures implementation at division level.
Maintains a positive work environment that facilitates collaboration and information sharing and is conducive to attracting, retaining, and motivating diverse talent.

Specific Responsibilities

Manages all activities within the Division and works closely with other members of the Directorate to ensure successful outcomes of the annual plan of work and other expected results.
Supervises the work of staff within the Division by providing leadership, technical guidance, and professional development support.
Designs strategies and efforts in implementing the gender strategy for the AU and mainstreaming it into the organization’s work in the short, medium, and long term, including defining programmes of work, resources, and budgets for the stated periods.
Creates tools and methods of work to enable the Division and Directorate to stay abreast of emerging issues, forecast future needs, focus its efforts on strategic and transformational initiatives, and create targeted and strategic relationships based on complementary areas of strength.
Provides technical support and guidance to the Commission, Member States, and Regional Economic Communities in defining actions and developing synergies with existing policies required to successfully implement the AU’s commitments set forth in Agenda 2063, other existing policy instruments, and in relevant Decisions and Declarations from Policy Organs.
Advises the Division as well as the Directorate on initiatives that further the implementation of the gender strategy including campaigns, media engagements, strategic relationships, policy and research papers, technical and financial support.
Prepares substantive inputs (quality briefings, discussion papers, and policy documents) into key strategic AU documents and ahead of statutory technical and consultative and other officially approved meetings through comprehensively analyzing and researching issues under review as well as the political, social, and economic situation on the continent and in Member States from a gender perspective.
Develops and recommends initiatives that boost sharing of experiences and cross-organizational learning and strategy design to advance the gender agenda and ensure all issues are comprehensively addressed.
Prepares substantive policy guidance notes, contributes to advocacy and communications materials highlighting trends and developments on gender equality and women’s empowerment at global, regional, and continental levels.
Manages and establishes partnerships with other experts and stakeholders (e.g., governments, research institutes, academia, UN system and other international organizations, NGOs, the private sector, etc.) to discuss emerging topics related to gender equality and women’s empowerment.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

Master’s Degree in gender and development, political science, anthropology, social science, project management, policy planning and management, and economics.
A minimum of twelve (12) years of appropriate experience in the relevant field of the job with strong knowledge of African Development context at national, regional, or international level, of which at least seven (7) years should have been served at the managerial level and five (5) years at the supervisory level.

Required Skills:

A demonstrated ability to initiate and promote collaborative approaches between geographically and culturally disparate partners.
Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations both internally and externally.
Ability to develop and delegate clear program goals, plans, and actions, including budgets, that are consistent with agreed strategies.
Ability to effectively lead, supervise, mentor, develop, and evaluate staff.
Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (English, French, Arabic, Portuguese, or Spanish), fluency in another AU language is an added advantage.

Leadership Competencies:

Strategic Perspective
Developing Others
Change Management
Managing Risk

Core Competencies:

Building Relationship
Foster Accountability Culture
Learning Orientation
Communicating with Impact

Functional Competencies:

Conceptual Thinking
Job Knowledge and Information Sharing
Drive for Results
Fosters Innovation

Application Closing Date
13th September, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

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