AU Volunteer - "8th Batch" at African Union(AU)

Application Process (Please read carefully)
Before applying, please note the following:

• You will need to fill in a form on the next page. This form will help us assess your suitability for the program. Kindly respect the stated word limit.
• You are advised to type your answers in a Word Processor (such as Microsoft Word) before pasting in the relevant fields.
• You will also need to add in a motivation letter with a maximum of 750 words. This should be added under the 'Cover letter' text box.
• Please ensure that your motivation letter answers the following:
  • Why you want to become an African Union Youth Volunteer?
  • Why you believe you are the best candidate to be an African Union Youth Volunteer?
  • What is your experience(s) (formal or informal) in youth civic engagement and participation, youth empowerment and/or promoting Pan-Africanism?
  • How has your previous experience(s) prepared you to work in diverse teams and cultures?
  • What change do you expect to see in yourself, the organization that you will be deployed in, and the community that you will be part of after your year of service?
• Attach a copy of your CV
• You will ALSO need to attach the following. Please merge these as one PDF document and attach that document. You might choose to use a service such as www.pdfmerge.com to do this.
  • A copy of the identity page in your passport or national identity card
  • Highest post-secondary certified qualification(s)
  • Signed Letter of Recommendation verifying your volunteer experience(s)

Note

• Incomplete and late applications will not be considered
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified
• Candidates who had applied in previous years are and still meet the eligibility criteria are encourage to re-apply.