The African Union (AU) Recent Job Openings

The African Union (AU) Recent Job Openings: 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 position below:

Job Title: Legal Officer – Protection (ACHPR)

Requisition ID: 1585
Location: Banjul, Gambia
Reports to: Senior Legal Officer – Protection
Directorate: African Commission on Human and People’s Rights ACHPR
Division : Legal
Contract Type: Regular
Job Grade: P2

Purpose of Job

• Provide support to the Senior Legal Officers responsible for protection activities in all the stages involved in complaints handling and provide technical assistance to Commissioners in the execution of their protection mandate

Main Functions

• Complain handling on assigned Communications
• Contributes to the development of policies and strategies
• Coordinates the implementation of programmes and plans of special mechanism  under the ACHPR
• Liaise with stakeholders including Member States, Regional Economic Communities (RECs), etc on relevant matters.
• Conducts analysis and generates accurate reports in a timely manner for the ACHPR’s internal use
• Assists in setting the overall research direction of a relevant policy area
• Is responsible for the delegation and execution of defined research areas
• Participates in the organisation of relevant meetings, congresses and conferences with stakeholders.
• Drafts reports and participates in the preparation of budget and work programmes related to the Unit
• Provides technical support to internal and external stakeholders.
• Provides support in the development of special mechanisms Strategies in line with the approved Strategic Plan
• Undertakes monitoring activities and delivers periodic reports on time
• Liaises with the various Departments/Units of the Commission for coordination and alignment purposes

Specific Responsibilities
Working under the Senior Legal Officer -Protection, provides support in the following areas:

• Create awareness regarding the Communications procedure;
• Monitor human rights situation in Africa and provide regular feedback and updates on the human rights situation in Africa;
• Undertake research into the legal issues raised in the various communications and the provisions of the Charter;
• Contribute articles to the African Commission’s Review and Newsletter;
• Draft resolutions and recommendations on Communications, cover the sessions and meetings of the African Commission and prepare the reports;
• Formulates  principles and rules aimed at solving human rights issues arising in the thematic areas covered by the various Special Mechanisms
• Manages requests by member states for information and support
• Contributes to legal or policy analyses and publications
• Promotes the integration of legal work across the regional programs and particularly in the regional offices
• Develops and implements capacity building and training programs
• Contributes to standard-setting, through participating in meetings, drafting work and promoting international standards
• Participates in the organization of relevant meetings, congresses and conferences with stakeholders
• Provides support to the Special Rapporteurs and the Working Groups in discharging their responsibilities, and follow-up on recommendations
• Drafts urgent Appeals, Advisory notes, Guidelines, Information notes, Position/Conference/Meeting papers for the Commissioners
• Provides technical backstopping to Special Mechanisms through research and documentation
• Provides interface with, and logistical support for interaction with Member States, Regional Economic Communities, organs of the AU  and other stakeholders
• Performs any other relevant duties as may be directed or required.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Must hold Master’s Degree in Law from an accredited university with a minimum of two (2) years’ relevant work experience

OR

• Must hold Bachelor’s Degree in Law from an accredited university with a minimum of five (5) years’ relevant work experience.

Required Skills:

• Analytical skills
• Ability to work across business units / geographies; cultural sensitive environment
• Proficiency in one of the AU Official working Language is the Requirement
• Knowledge of any one of the other AU officials working languages will be considered as an advantage.

Leadership Competencies:

• Change Management.
• Managing Risk.

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 result.
• 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, Portuguese, and Spanish) 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 ( 46% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$  15,897.60  (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.

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

Application Deadline  26th January, 2023.

Note

• Only candidates who have met all the requirements of the post and have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Only applications registered online with a complete curriculum vitae (CV) attached will be considered.
• The Africa Union is an equal-opportunity employer, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

Job Title: Security Officer (AfCFTA)

Requisition ID: 1605
Location: Accra, Ghana
Contract Type: Regular
Job Grade: P2
Division: Administration and Human Resources Management
Number of Direct Reports: 0
Number of Indirect Reports: 0
Reports to: Head of Administration and Human Resources Management Division
Directorate/Department: Administration and Human Resources Management (AfCFTA)

Purpose of Job

• Ensure the security of the AfCFTA Assets and also the security and safety of all the officials, staffs and delegates working or visiting the AfCFTA Secretariat

Main Functions

• Coordinate with the host country all security aspects of the AfCFTA
• Monitor the state of security at local, national and regional level and inform the management
• Ensure the security of all assets and proprieties of the organisation
• Manage the safety and security of the officials, staffs and delegates

Specific Responsibilities

• Monitor and research on the state of the security.
• Monitor the state of security preparedness.
• Update “security information system”
• Establish regular contacts taking reports and analyzing developments regarding security.
• Research current collateral security information from media, from the field and other sources on a daily basis.
• Analyze accumulated information and maintain a continuous picture of evolving local, national and regional events affecting the security of staff
• Monitor predictive indicators and early warning type information.
• Identify security, crime, political and military trends that would increase risk to staff.
• Coordinate the draft of periodic and incidental reports.
• Supervise the draft of a daily security developments report.
• Prepare first draft briefs, notes, reports, studies and recommendation on critical issues of interest to senior management decision-making.
• Follow up on the accumulation of data input for period trend reports.
• Review first draft after-action reports following all incidents.
• Monitor security-related preparedness and compliance of the organ.
• Monitor the security planning and preparedness.
• Determine if the appropriate equipment and resources are on hand to implement a Security Plan, particularly vehicles and emergency communication systems.
• Check that the information contained in Security Plan has been properly distributed to all staff and that key individuals are aware of and capable of performing all required actions.
• Undertake or participate in security missions, as required, including high risk, to perform security assessments.
• Perform any other duties as directed by supervisor(s)

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Security Studies or related studies and Police or Military Studies with 5 years’ relevant experience.

Or

• Master’s Degree in Security Studies or related studies with 2 years experience.
  Supervisory experience not mandatory but an added advantage

Required Skills:

• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to work independently to meet critical and competing deadlines (multi-tasking), to produce high quality work in short timeframes.
• Excellent interpersonal/teamwork skills.
• Must be computer literate with a working knowledge of common computer applications and systems.
• Excellent drafting, reporting, communication and presentation skills.
• Strong program/project management skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent planning and organizing skills.
• Ability to liaise with a diverse range of people and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in one of the African Union working languages. Proficiency of two or more of the other working language(s) would be an added value.
• Applicants must be proficient in one of the African Union working languages (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese or Spanish). Knowledge of one more or several other working languages would be an added advantage.

Leadership Competencies:

• Strategic Insight
• Developing Others
• Change Management
• Managing Risk

Core Competencies:

• Teamwork and Collaboration..
• Accountable and Complies with Rules..
• Learning Orientation

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.

Remuneration

• Indicative basic salary of US$31,073.00 (P2 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment ( 57% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 21,832.68 (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.

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

Application Deadline  26th January, 2023.

Note

• Only candidates who have met all the requirements of the post and have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Only applications registered online with a complete curriculum vitae (CV) attached will be considered.
• The Africa Union is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

Job Title: Senior Public Relations and Information Officer (ACHPR)

Requisition ID: 1583
Location: Banjul, Gambia
Reports to: Executive Secretary to the Commission
Directorate: African Commission on Human and People’s Rights ACHPR
Number of Direct Reports: 2
Number of Indirect Reports: 1
Contract Type: Regular
Job Grade: P3

Purpose of Job

• To ensure that the public is properly informed of the work of the Commission and that the message and work of the Commission is properly communicated to the outside world.

Main Functions

• Provide strategic guidance on the communication activities of ACHPR including coordination, advocacy and communication strategies, planning and implementation
• Provide technical and intellectual support in the management of various elements related to the area of expertise
• Provide support to the implementation of initiatives related to area of specialization;
• Assist in the organization of thematic networks, make contributions during consultations and meetings
• Contribute in development of materials and provide necessary training and support to Organization Units as required.
• Provide technical guidance on matters relating to system review and implementation project in area of specialization, as required.
• Provide leadership guidance to the ICT Officer and Documentation Officer
• Provide advocacy, communication and social mobilization support to ACHPR projects and activities to promote Information sharing and Communication.
• Identify best practices and monitor effectiveness of the Office’s support to AU.
• Assist in the development of the strategies and business continuity plan and contribute to their implementation
• Contribute to development of guidelines, policies and manuals that can guide programmes, system improvement initiatives and overall decision making by higher management in the respective area of expertise.

Specific Responsibilities

• Working under the Executive Secretary to the Commission, Leads in the following areas:
• Increase awareness and raise the visibility of ACHPR in the media, thereby positioning the Organization to be recognized as the key Human Rights Organ of the African Union.
• Position ACHPR as a central actor in national public opinion, developing a close relationship with the media, through its editors, journalists and columnists, among others, so ACHPR activities have continental and global visibility.
• Promote the organization’s mandate and areas of work guided by the ACHPR’s Strategic Plan and Communications Strategy.
• Foster greater information and knowledge exchange with key stakeholders, State Parties, NHRI’s and NGOs and Civil Society in the Human Rights sector.
• Participate in workshops, meetings, trainings scheduled and conducted by the ACHPR or its stakeholders and prepare communication products on same, as appropriate
• Manage the ACHPR’s Social Media accounts (Twitter, Facebook, YouTube) and develop and solicit content from Legal Officers and Commissioners as necessary to update posts in the accounts.
• Ensure the website of the ACHPR by updating with all relevant articles and press releases generated
• Develop and publish monthly, quarterly or biannual newsletter covering important news, activities and updates from Commissioners activities.
• Revise, edit texts and/or documents to be published using relevant ACHPR guidelines
• Create visual products and design graphic products as needed for the representation using ACHPR guidelines
• Disseminate results of programs, projects and activities undertaken by Commissioners to relevant partners as requested
• Ensure regular communication and updates with the National Correspondents on the continent to promote the activities of the ACHPR.
• Reinforce the internal communication of the ACHPR, including conducting or organising communications related training for staff, as relevant
• Prepare communication material such as press releases and social media posts on ACHPR’s work on the continent to disseminate in the media and social media platforms

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Must hold Master’s Degree in Communications, International Relations, Human Rights, Public Relations, or related field from an accredited university with seven (7) relevant years’ experience within a human rights framework, preferably in a regional, continental or international organisation, with three (3) years at supervisor level.

OR

• Must hold Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, International Relations, Public Relations, or Journalism from an accredited university with ten (10) years’ experience, out of which three (3) years should be at supervisory level, in a similar role preferably in a regional, continental or international organisation.

Required Skills:

• Must be computer literate with a working knowledge of common computer applications and systems; Excellent drafting, reporting, communication and presentation skills
• Experience in planning and implementing campaigns/strategies, including involving digital communications is required.
• Concentration, accuracy, and ability to work under minimum supervision and under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to organize and work under pressure in a multi-cultural environment
• Respect for confidentiality and good public relations
• Demonstrable knowledge of international organizations
• Ability to work across business units / geographies; culturally sensitive environment
• Applicants must be proficient in one of the African Union working languages (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese or Spanish).
• Knowledge of one more or several other working languages would be an added advantage
• Prior demonstrated relevant experience in strategic communication, digital content creation and information dissemination
• Previous work with an international organization preferred
• Knowledge of the African Union policies and procedures
• Strong analytical skills and ability to prepare legal submissions and opinions

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.

Languages:

• Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish) 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 ( 46% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 15,897.60 (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.

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

Application Deadline  26th January, 2023.

Note

• Only candidates who have met all the requirements of the post and have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Only applications registered online with a complete curriculum vitae (CV) attached will be considered.
• The Africa Union is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

Job Title: Deputy Secretary General (AfCFTA)

Requisition ID: 1603
Location: Accra, Ghana
Reports to: Secretary General – AfCFTA
Directorate / Department: Office of the Deputy Secretary General (AfCFTA)
Number of Direct Reports: 8
Number of Indirect Reports: 4
Job Grade: D2
Contract Type: Regular

Purpose of Job

• To coordinate the performance and delivery of the AfCFTA Secretariat programmes and ensure high performance results and impact.
• The Deputy Secretary general will assist and deputize the Secretary General in delivering his/her mandate.

Main Functions

• Advise and support the Secretary General in the management of the Secretariat
• Provide practical management and visionary leadership.
• Facilitates the identification of top priorities for the senior leadership of the AfCFTA’s mandate.
• Translates the senior leadership priorities into annual targets and goals and establishes a robust organization-wide framework for monitoring and tracking progress.
• Provides regular reports to the Secretary General on portfolio and Service delivery.

Specific Responsibilities

• Monitors and tracks progress in the delivery of the AfCFTA’s annual goals.
• Ensure effective collaboration in program development with AfCFTA institutions, AU Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD), African Union Commission (AUC).
• Cultivates a knowledge management culture through promotion of research and publications that will ensure knowledge sharing and transfer across the Commission; and;
• Drives performance and delivery across the AfCFTA ’s senior management and inspires high performance, teamwork and delivery across the portfolio.
• Collaborates with other members of the senior leadership team to ensure strategic coherence and overall synergy in the implementation of the AfCFTA programme and the delivery of high impact results for the continent.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Master’s Degree in International Trade, Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Law, Finance, Management. International Relations or a related field from a recognized institution with Fifteen (15) years of relevant professional experience with at least ten (10) years served in a senior management role preferably in an inter-governmental organization or national government/public service, international or regional institution, and a minimum of five (5) years of direct supervisory experience.

Required Skills:

• Demonstrated leadership experience with strategic vision and proven skills in managing complex organizations at the national, regional or international level;
• Demonstrated record of setting clear standards for accountability, probity, value for money and risk management and zero tolerance to fraud and corruption; for ensuring sound and transparent financial management; and delivering continuous improvement, impact, efficiency and effectiveness;
• Demonstrated ability to lead a multi-cultural team and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization;
• Proven ability to inspire, encourage, build trust and confidence and build consensus, stimulate effective campaigns and drive collective action among a broad spectrum of people and organizations.
• Demonstrated intellectual leadership, creativity and proven ability to propose new ideas and lead on new ways of working across silos in a complementary and synergistic way for a prosperous and peaceful Africa;
• Proven track record of change management and accomplishments at the regional, national or international level with strong resource mobilization, political and diplomatic skills;

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Leadership Competencies:

• Strategic Focus
• Developing Organizational Capability
• Change Leadership
• Strategic Risk Management

Core Competencies:

• Building Partnerships
• Drives 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.

Remuneration
Indicative basic salary of USD100,017.00 (D2 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment ( 57% of basic salary), Housing allowance USD27,290.88.00 (per annum), and education allowance (100% of tuition and other education-related expenses for every eligible dependent up to a maximum of USD10,000.00 per child per annum), for internationally recruited staff and a maximum of $3,300 per child per annum for locally recruited staff.

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

Application Deadline  26th Janauary, 2023.

Note

• Only candidates who have meet all the requirements of the post and have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
• Only applications registered online with a complete curriculum vitae (CV) attached will be considered.
• The Africa Union is an equal-opportunity employer, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Gender Mainstreaming: The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply