Jobs at the African Union (AU)

Purpose of Job

• To provide technical leadership for the effective and efficient management of the Economic policy and sustainable development division.

Main Functions

• Supervises and manages staff of the Division to ensure their effectiveness and efficiency;   
• Designs strategies and policies in order to address the pertinent issues in the relevant area;
• Contributes to the development of  business continuity plans and ensures implementation at division level;
• Ensures risk management and mitigation;
• Leads the expansion and development of activities and the strategic plan of the Division.  
• Ensures the division makes inputs into policy formulation in line with economic policy and sustainable development.  
• Engages stakeholders within Members States and Regional Economic Communities (RECs) in designing and implementing strategies;  
• Represents the organisation and explain its position at conferences.  
• Ensures the preparation of the annual action plan and its corresponding resources for the division.
• Mobilises funds from  donors towards  the implementation of  strategies and activities of the Division;
• Prepares periodic financial and budget execution reports and monitors budget execution at division level.

Specific Responsibilities

• Leads the formulation and monitoring of economic policies and macroeconomic prospects in the context of the global environment and fragilities within the continent;
• Leads the development of policies and programmes to promote macroeconomic stability, monetary and fiscal harmonization and cooperation among member states;  
• Coordinates the establishment of the AU financial institutions (African Central Bank, African Investment Bank, African Monetary Fund and Pan African Stock Exchange) and promote innovative finance, Fintech and microfinance to accelerate financial inclusion;
• Leads the promotion and the coordination of activities on domestic resources mobilization and fight against illicit Financial Flows (IFFs) including monitoring the implementation of the recommendations of High Level Panel Report on IFFs and Africa initiative on Tax Transparency and Exchange of Information for tax purposes and leads the production of revenue statistics report on Africa;
• Conducts policy research and debt sustainability analysis in order to improve macroeconomic surveillance and understanding of sovereign debt risk profile and the policy tools that Member States can deploy to contain debt distress; and research to improve capacities of Member States in analysing and managing policies to promote sustainable structural economic transformation and poverty reduction;
• Leads the production  and dissemination of the AU flagship publications and other knowledge products on Africa emerging macroeconomic and development issues including Africa’s Development Dynamics and the organization of Congress of African Economists, Fridays of the Commission; among others.;
• Liaises with the Integration Division to organise meetings for Specialized Technical Committee on Finance, Monetary Affairs, Economic Planning and Integration as well as activities of the F-15 Ministers in close collaboration with the Director of Finance;
• Evaluates international economic conferences, such as the G20, the G8, F-15; and other economic forums;
• Collaborates with partner institutions; research think tanks and universities, both within and outside Africa, in order to deepen analytical capacity and broaden the scope and outreach of the AU research work;
• Oversees the progress of implementation of activities of the division and provide programmatic/substantive reviews of the drafts prepared by staff;
• Performs any other related assignment as may be assigned by the Director.  

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• A Master’s Degree in Economics, International Business or Public Administration, Statistics, Finance, Development Macroeconomics or any relevant field with a minimum of twelve (12) years of relevant work experience of which seven (7) must be at managerial level.

Required Skills:

• Ability to initiate and promote collaborative approaches between geographically and culturally dispersed 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 (French, English, Portuguese Arabic), fluency in another AU language is an added advantage

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

Leadership Competencies:

• Strategic Risk Management
• Change Management
• Developing Organizational Capacity

Core Competencies:

• Building Relationship
• Foster Accountability Culture
• Effective Communication
• Learning Orientation

Functional Competencies:

• Conceptual Thinking
• Drive for Results

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$  50,746.00 (P5 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment ( 46% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$  26,208.00   (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.

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Purpose of Job

• To support the Division in the management and implementation of Renewable Energy Projects, including the Geothermal Risk Mitigation Facility (GRMF), African Single Electricity Market (AfSEM), Clean Cooking, and other energy projects. 

Main Functions

• Provide technical and intellectual support in the management and implementation of the Geothermal Risk Mitigation Facility (GRMF), African Single Electricity Market (AfSEM), Clean Cooking, and other renewable energy projects;
• Liaises with Member States, Regional Economic Communities (RECs), Partners, and other stakeholders on relevant matters in regard to renewable energy projects;
• Prepares and develops reports, budgets, and work programmes related to the functioning of GRMF, Clean Cooking, AfSEM and other renewable energy projects;
• Provides support to develop resource mobilization strategy with stakeholder’s coordination;
• Manages and supervises employees under supervision with regard to organization and performance evaluation;
• Conducts complex analysis and generates accurate reports in a timely manner for the Division and AU’s internal use;
• Supports the promotion of the activities of the energy division activities including preparing leaflets, guidelines, and fact sheets as may be required;
• Contributes actively to the development of strategies, policies, programmes, and plans of GRMF, Clean Cooking, AfSEM, and others.  

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide technical input for the continuous improvement of the GRMF, Clean Cooking, AfSEM design and performance;
• Provide technical input for strategic planning, design, development and implementation of GRMF, AfSEM, and other energy division projects;
• Support the RECs and Member States in designing and implementing policy measures to stimulate private sector participation in renewable energy projects development, including geothermal projects;
• Provide support to coordinate and collaborate with key partners and international initiatives in renewable energy and power markets;
• Prepare various project concepts and proposals for submission to development partners and strategic partners for technical and financial support;
• Conduct monitoring, and evaluation of renewable energy projects and programmes in the continent;
• Prepares and coordinates studies and research in the areas of renewable energy and power trade;
• Organizes and service workshops, seminars, and meetings on energy matters;
• Conducts the work of the Specialized Technical Committee(s) and Sub-Committees on energy issues;
• Coordinate strategic partnerships to support resource mobilization and efficient implementation of renewable energy programmes;
• Facilitate rapid dissemination and exchange of information among RECs, Member States, development partners, and specialized institutions in the energy sector;
• Organize regional training and experience-sharing events in collaboration with capacity-building partners, RECs, Member States, specialized institutions, and academia;
• Prepare proposals of programmes and projects for capacity building in the field of renewable energy (including geothermal and clean cooking) and power trade to support RECs and Member States;
• Represent the AU in regional and international renewable energy (including geothermal) and power trade conferences, workshops, meetings and seminars.
• Performs any other duty as may be assigned by the Head of Division;

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• A Master’s Degree in Energy/Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering, Energy Economics, Energy Management, Energy law or in related fields with seven (7) years of working experience three (3) at the supervisory level.

OR

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Energy / Electrical / Mechanical / Chemical Engineering, Energy Economics, Energy Management, Energy law, or in related fields with ten (10) years of working experience with three (3) years at the supervisory level.

Required Skills:

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

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

Leadership Competencies:

• Strategic Insight
• Managing Risk

Core Competencies:

• Building Relationship
• Foster Accountability Culture
• Communicating with Influence
• Learning Orientation

Functional Competencies:

• Drive for Results
• Conceptual Thinking
• Job Knowledge and Information Sharing

Tenure of Appointment

• The Appointment will be made on a fixed term contract for a period of one (1) year, of which the first three (3) months will be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract may be renewed for a similar period subject to funding availability, satisfactory performance and agreed deliverables. 

Gender Mainstreaming

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

Remuneration

• The salary attached to the position is an annual lump-sum of US$  96,921.34  (P3 Step 5) inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US$ 78,461.08 inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff of the African Union Commission.

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Purpose of Job

• To support the Infrastructure and Energy Department in all procurement related activities, including the implementation of the Geothermal Risk Mitigation Facility (GRMF).

Main Functions

• Prepares and monitors the procurement activities of the Infrastructure and Energy Department in line with a predefined strategic plan.
• Contributes in conducting analysis and generates accurate reports in a timely manner for the Infrastructure and Energy Department and AU’s internal use.
• Provides technical support to internal and external stakeholders in relation to the Department’s procurement activities.
• Conducts preliminary research on respective policy areas and suggests improvement on existing policy areas.
• Engages with relevant stakeholders and develop working relationships.
• Supports the promotion of the activities of the Infrastructure and Energy Department and Regional Geothermal Coordination Unit (RGCU) including preparing leaflets, guidelines and fact sheets.
• Implements the procurement function of the GRMF.
• Provides strategic and operational advice to the RGCU, the project developers under GRMF and to the GRMF Oversight Committee.
• Ensure fulfillment of the applicable financial and procurement rules regarding all activities related to GRMF.

Specific Responsibilities

• Manages end–to–end procurement activities from planning to contract award
• Participates in the execution of predefined programmes and activities of the Department, including the GRMF.
• Provides guidance to Business Units on procurement and support the Business Units in creating Procurement Plans and estimates.
• Provides advice and guidance to Business Units concerning development of specifications for the acquisition of goods or related services including preparation of price estimates on procurement requests for non-standard items.
• Monitors and tracks the implementation of the Annual Procurement Plan in close collaboration with Business Units.
• Ensures the effective exchange of information between the Department, the Procurement Unit and all relevant Departments involved in the procurement process.
• Facilitates and conducts procurement training covering procurement principles, techniques, processes and systems for African Union staff, and promote understanding of the AU procurement manual.
• Reviews submissions from Divisions/Units and the RGCU for compliance with procedures prior to submission for consideration and approval by the Internal Procurement Committee or Tender Board.
• Monitors and tracks the Implementation of the Annual Procurement Plan in close collaboration with Business Units.
• Facilitates and conducts Procurement training in procurement techniques, processes and systems for African Union staff.
• Prepares and presents procurement cases to the relevant authorities for approval.
• Identifies and manages procurement risk in the procurement cycle.
• Implements the procurement function of the GRMF by performing specific tasks for the programme:
• Provide procurement support at 1st level, 2nd level and 3rd level procurements of the project phase during pre-qualification, Application and Contracting phases of the GRMF.
• Provide input in Request for Proposals, Instructions to Applicants, Grant Contracts, and all other documents pertaining to the GRMF project.
• Coordinate Application receipts and participate in evaluations with Technical Assistant and Procurement and Legal Departments of the AUC.
• Participate in Monitoring and Evaluation Missions for the GRMF for activities under procurement functions at 3rd level procurement management.
• Identify issues requiring AUC legal, procurement and financial advice and liaise with the concerned AUC offices to find solutions.
• Liaise with the various actors and stakeholders of the program including donors to ensure clear flow of information and smooth implementation of the program.
• Keep track of due reports, payments, monitoring and evaluation activities, meetings as well as all logistical and financial matters to ensure timely completion of reports, activities, and payments.
• Proactively prompt concerned AUC sections on required actions and deadlines regarding the GRMF to ensure the successful completion of the project.
• Review and monitor disbursements to developers and contractors.
• Develops, executes, and administers complex procurements for diverse procurement requirements in accordance with GRMF Procurement Guidelines and Early Contract Manual in line with AU Regulations and internally accepted standards and procedures.  
• Reviews submissions from Geothermal Developers for compliance with laid down procedures.
• Performs any other relevant duty/ responsibility assigned by the Supervisor.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Bacher’s Degree with in Procurement, Law, Commerce, Finance/ Accounting/Business administration, Economics, Engineering with 5 years experience in the field of Procurement, Law, Commerce, Finance/ Accounting/business Administration within a major Government, International Organization, large Public or Private sector organization

Or

• Master’s Degree in similar studies with 2 years relevant experience

Required Skills:

• Oral and written communication skills
• Planning and organisational skills
• Analytical skills
• Ability to work across business units / geographical locations and cultural sensitivity
• Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic) and  fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage

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

Leadership Competencies:

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

Core Competencies

• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Foster Accountability Culture
• Learning Orientation
• Communicating with Influence

Functional Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Job Knowledge Sharing
• Drive for Results
• Continuous Improvement Focus

Tenure of Appointment

• The Appointment will be made on a fixed term contract for a period of one (1) year, of which the first three (3) months will be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract may be renewed for a similar period subject to funding availability, satisfactory performance and agreed deliverables.

Gender Mainstreaming

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

Remuneration

• The salary attached to the position is an annual lump-sum of US$ 85,212.07 (P2 Step 5) inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US$  66,751.81  inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff of the African Union Commission.

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Purpose of Job

• Support the implementation of the communication and advocacy Strategy and Plan and provide inputs into the design, management and implementation of the communication activities which are geared to influence the development agenda, promote public and media outreach and mobilise support for the programmes of the African Energy Commission (AFREC).

Main Functions

• Follows- up on the activities of the division, including monitoring and evaluating progress made in line with a predefined strategic plan;
• Suggests new and expand on existing policy areas for planned research;
• Contributes to conducting analysis and generate accurate reports in a timely manner for the respective Unit/Division and AU’s internal use;
• Sets the overall research direction of a relevant policy area;
• Responsible for the delegation and execution of defined research areas;
• Participates in the organisation of relevant meetings, congresses and conferences with stakeholders;
• Engages with relevant mid-level stakeholders and develop working relationships. Support the promotion of the activities of the Division including preparing leaflets, guidelines and fact sheets;
• Drafts reports and participate in the preparation of budget and work programmes related to the functioning of the Unit/Division;
• Provides technical support to internal and external stakeholders.

Specific Responsibilities

The Communication Officer’s duties and specific responsibilities are as follows:

Communications Planning & Implementation:

• Support the implementation of the overall communications and advocacy strategy and plan of AFREC and to contribute to the development and review of communication strategy, advocacy plans as well as support in internal and external communications and outreach targets
• Support in developing public awareness campaigns aimed at raising awareness about the AFREC’s work in the sector and monitor implementation of the campaigns
• Compile and present regular reports capturing all deliverables and achievements of the AFREC’s work in the sector
• Provide communication coverage of AFREC events
• Promote AFREC Strategic Plan/Masterplan

Digital Marketing:

• Contribute information to create awareness on digital platforms and ensure updates of key activities and messages are regularly provided
• Support content development on key mandates and programmes – Website, Social Media, Mobile Platforms
• Develop content for digital platforms including webcasts, podcasts, video animations / documentaries as per approved plans
• In collaboration web teams manage two-way messaging on social media platforms in relation to sectoral issues and propriety areas for departments, organs and institutions

Media Engagement and Advocacy:

• Identify opportunities for placement of key messages and editorial content on various media channels including digital in relation programmes implemented by AFREC
• Support advocacy and project activities by preparing talking points, fact sheets, newsletter, brochures, leaflet and briefing notes, on key activities and programmes
• Provide editorial content for publications
• Prepare press releases, note to editors as well as any briefings to be disseminated to the public through the media in relation to programme areas
• Work with Web teams as well as the AFREC divisions to ensure coverage of AFREC events and ensure records of material are assigned references and digitally archived.
• Any other duties as assigned by supervisor or the Director of Information and Communication.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Public Relations, International communications, Journalism, Marketing or in other related field with five (5) years of relevant professional work experience at national, regional or international level or in corporate marketing, public relations or media industry out of which two (2) years of experience should be at supervisory level.
• OR, A Master’s Degree in Degree in Mass Communication, Public Relations, International communications, Journalism, Marketing or in other related field with two (2) years of relevant professional work experience at national, regional or international level or in corporate marketing, public relations or media industry out of which two (2) years of experience should be at supervisory level.
• Professional certification / diploma in marketing or public relations will be an added advantage
• Additional level of academic qualification in Communication, Journalism or related fields will be an advantage.
• Experience 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:

• Oral and written communication skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Ability to successfully manage ambiguity  
• Ability to work across business units / geographies; cultural sensitivity
• Proficiency in one of the AU officials working languages (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese and Spanish) and fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage;

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

Leadership Competencies:

• Strategic Insight
• Developing Others

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.

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$ 18,547.20 (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.