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Requisition ID: 902
Location: Bangui, CAR (Central African Republic)
Job Grade: P3
Reports to: SRCC
Contract  Type: Fixed-term
Division: Central Africa Desk
Number of Direct Reports: 4
Number of Indirect Reports: 2
Organization: African Union Commission - AUC
Directorate / Department: PAPS / Conflict management

Purpose of Job

• The Government of the Central African Republic (CAR) and fourteen (14) armed groups (AGs) signed a Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation (PAPR-RCA) on 6 February 2019, with the assistance of the African Union (AU), the support of the Economic Community of Central African States and the United Nations. This agreement contains many provisions relating to security arrangements, including political and governance issues; reconciliation; and approximation, which must be implemented in the short and medium term. The AU is the guarantor of the implementation of this peace agreement.
• Working in the framework of the AULO to CAR, and in the implementation of the FemWise-Africa mandate, the Senior FemWise Officer will be under the direct supervision of the Head of the AU CAR.
• She will also serve as the primary FemWise-Africa focal person in the CAR, and in this capacity, will submit through the SRCC CAR regular reports to the Head of the Mediation and Dialogue Division (MDD) of the Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS) at the AUC Headquarters.
• The Officer will provide technical support and advise to the AULO on issues and processes related to mediation, negotiation, dialogue and national reconciliation (including support to the ongoing Republican Dialogue), as well as sensitization and popularization of efforts being undertaken by the AU or its mechanisms, towards the long-term implementation of the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic.
• There will be a focus on community engagement, especially with local FemWise-Africa members, CSO’s, women groups, in order to identify entry points where the FemWise-Africa Network can support or complement ongoing grassroots or national efforts.

Main Functions

• Provide support in the preparation and Implement the programmes developed out of the Division’s strategic plan;
• Ensure effective coordination and implementation of Unit’s plans and activities at various levels;
• Liaise with Member States, Regional Economic Communities (RECs), and other relevant stakeholders on relevant matters;
• Prepare and develop reports, budget and work programmes related to the functioning of the Division;
• Provide support to develop resource mobilization strategy with stakeholders’ coordination;
• Manage and supervise direct reports to ensure their effective performance as per organization’s performance management policy and system;
• Conduct complex analysis and generate accurate reports in a timely manner for the Division and AU’s internal use;
• Liaise with the various Departments/Units of the Commission for coordination and alignment purposes;
• Prepare budgets for the Division in accordance with relevant frameworks. Support the promotion of the activities of the Division including preparing leaflets, guidelines and fact sheets as may be required;
• Actively contribute in the development of strategies, policies, programmes and plans.

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide advice to the Head of MISAC and Head of the AU Liaison Office in CAR on issues related to the implementation of the PAPR, reconciliation and governance;
• Collect and analyze field information from various sources, including the press;
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of events related to political issues in general, and their impact on countries in particular;
• Keep abreast of the latest trends and developments in the implementation of the PAPR and provide input on relevant issues to the Head of MISAC and Head of the AU Liaison Office in CAR, and colleagues from MISAC and AU Headquarters;
• Monitor regularly political developments at national and district levels and provide daily and weekly updates to the Head of MISAC and Head of the AU Liaison Office in CAR;  
• Produce regular reports and strategic analyses in support of the work of the Peace and Security Council (PSC), including reports on the implementation of PSC priorities at the local level;
• Identify gaps in policy and governance, prioritize those that need to be addressed and develop and coordinate / implement strategies to address gaps in CAR;
• Provide technical and substantive support to the implementation of the office's mandates;
• Maintain contacts with governmental, non-governmental and international organizations on coordination and policy issues;
• Monitor the actions undertaken by intergovernmental groups, United Nations organizations, governmental and non-governmental organizations;
• Define the individual and collective work plan in the area of its responsibility in accordance with the established terms of reference;
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Head of MISAC and Head of the AU Liaison Office in CAR.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Master's Degree in the field of Political Science, International Relations, International Law, Conflict Prevention and Resolution, Management, other fields related to conflict management within 7 years’ experience of which 3 years  should be at a supervisory level

Or

• Bachelor's Degree in similar studies with 10 years relevant experience and 3 years at Supervisor revel
• Must have excellent presentation and writing skills in French and an excellent knowledge of current political, social and economic developments in Africa (particularly in CAR);
• Must be able to work with a team of professionals and demonstrate creativity and initiative, as well as conduct strategic analysis, reports and briefs under pressure;

Required Skills:

• Ability to work in a team, to maintain team spirit and to operate effectively in a multi-cultural environment
• Ability to work under pressure, and to act with discretion in a politically sensitive environment and to establish good working relationship with key stakeholders;
• Ability in observing deadlines and achieving results
• Familiarity with international and regional policy processes and policy analysis in the relevant area
• Ability to delegate the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority with regard to performance management and professional development
• Excellent drafting and reporting skills;
• Good communication and negotiating skills;
• Good planning and organizational skills;
• Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic). Knowledge of one of several other working language(s) would be an added advantage

Leadership Competencies:

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

Core Competencies:

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

Functional Competencies:

• Conceptual thinking
• Job Knowledge Sharing
• Drive for result
• Continuous improvement orientation

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.

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
The salary attached to the position is an annual lump-sum of US$ 99,274.80 (P3 Step 5) inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US$  82,211.38  inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff of the African Union Commission.

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Requisition ID: 901
Location: Central African Republic
Organization: African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights
Reports to: SRCC
Directorate / Department : PAPS
Division: Central Africa Desk
Number of Direct Reports: 2
Number of Indirect Reports: 0
Job Grade: P3
Contract  Type: Fixed-term
Location: Bangui, CAR

Purpose of Job

• The Government of the Central African Republic (CAR) and fourteen (14) armed groups (AGs) signed a Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation (PAPR-RCA) on 6 February 2019, with the assistance of the African Union (AU), the support of the Economic Community of Central African States and the United Nations.
• This agreement contains many provisions relating to security arrangements, including political and governance issues; reconciliation; and approximation, which must be implemented in the short and medium term. The AU is the guarantor of the implementation of this peace agreement.
• Working in the framework of the AULO to CAR, and in the implementation of the FemWise-Africa mandate, the Senior FemWise Officer will be under the direct supervision of the Head of the AU CAR. She will also serve as the primary FemWise-Africa focal person in the CAR, and in this capacity, will submit through the SRCC CAR regular reports to the Head of the Mediation and Dialogue Division (MDD) of the Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS) at the AUC Headquarters.
• The Officer will provide technical support and advise to the AULO on issues and processes related to mediation, negotiation, dialogue and national reconciliation (including support to the ongoing Republican Dialogue), as well as sensitization and popularization of efforts being undertaken by the AU or its mechanisms, towards the long-term implementation of the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic.
• There will be a focus on community engagement, especially with local FemWise-Africa members, CSO’s, women groups, in order to identify entry points where the FemWise-Africa Network can support or complement ongoing grassroots or national efforts.

Main Functions

• Provide support in the preparation and Implement the programmes developed out of the Division’s strategic plan;
• Ensure effective coordination and implementation of Unit’s plans and activities at various levels;
• Liaise with Member States, Regional Economic Communities (RECs), and other relevant stakeholders on relevant matters;
• Prepare and develop reports, budget and work programmes related to the functioning of the Division;
• Provide support to develop resource mobilization strategy with stakeholders’ coordination;
• Manage and supervise direct reports to ensure their effective performance as per organization’s performance management policy and system;
• Conduct complex analysis and generate accurate reports in a timely manner for the Division and AU’s internal use;
• Liaise with the various Departments/Units of the Commission for coordination and alignment purposes;
• Prepare budgets for the Division in accordance with relevant frameworks. Support the promotion of the activities of the Division including preparing leaflets, guidelines and fact sheets as may be required;
• Actively contribute in the development of strategies, policies, programmes and plans.

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and expertise on mediation, negotiation and dialogue; and assist the AULO in designing, managing and evaluating gender-inclusive conflict prevention, mediation, dialogue and peacebuilding processes relevant to CAR;
• Maintain good knowledge on the political developments in the CAR, the relevant stakeholders, state and non-state actors, as well as any other national or regional dynamics influencing the country, in order to anticipate their expected impact on ongoing mediation, negotiation, dialogue or peace-building processes;    
• Maintain good knowledge on the implementation process of the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic, including by identifying areas in which the FemWise-Africa Network or the MDD could support in strengthening this implementation process;
• Conduct outreach and advocacy activities in the CAR to popularize and promote FemWise-Africa on the ground with an ultimate objective of increasing membership, operationalizing the national chapter, and supporting the undertaking of impactful  and inclusive locally-owned activities at national and grassroots levels related to mediation, dialogue, reconciliation and peacebuilding;
• Related to (d) above, regularly update the FemWise-Africa Secretariat on the progress challenges, and recommendations on areas requiring further support;
• Develop and/or conduct inclusive capacity building exercises or trainings in order to disseminate knowledge and skills related to mediation, negotiation and dialogue;
• Submit regular reports and maintain records and documentation on any mediation, negotiation, dialogue, national reconciliation and peacebuilding processes in the CAR. This will include through regularly liaising with the Knowledge Management Team of MDD to ensure relevant knowledge is gathered in a central database for easy reference and for future dissemination on best practices and lessons learned;  
• Perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the Head of AU Mission to CAR, or the Head of the MDD.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• A Master’s University Degree in Peace & Security Studies, Governance, International Studies, Political Science, Public Policy, Law, Public Administration, Social Studies, or other related disciplines 7years' experience in the field of human rights in out of which 3 years  should be at a supervisory level

Or

• Bachelor’s Degree in similar studies with 10 years relevant experience and 3 years at Supervisor revel
• A working experience in the field of mediation, alternative dispute resolutions (ADR), political affairs, community engagement, conflict prevention, conflict management or peacebuilding;
• Concrete experience in supporting a negotiation, mediation or dialogue process is required;
• Experience in a related field with Government, NGOs, think tank, or similar multilateral, regional or international institutions would be an added advantage;
• Good comparative knowledge of the AU mediation and negotiation structures/processes, or those of other Regional Economic Communities/Regional Mechanisms (RECs/RMs) or the UN would be desirable;
• Experience in the promotion of institutional gender mainstreaming, especially in conflict or post-conflict contexts would be advantageous.

Required Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Sound planning and organizational skills
• Ability to negotiate diplomatically
• Ability to delegate the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority with regard to performance management and professional development
• Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic) and  fluency in another AU language(s) is 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 Sharing.
• Drive for result.
• Continuous improvement orientation.

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.

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
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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Requisition ID: 883
Location: Bangui, Central African Republic
Contract Type: Fixed-term
Division: Central Africa Desk
Job Grade: P3
Reports to: Coordinator Human Rights / CAR
Directorate / Department: PAPS / Conflict management
Number of Positions: 5
Number of Direct Reports: 4
Number of Indirect Reports: 2

Purpose of Job

• The Government of the Central African Republic (CAR) and fourteen (14) armed groups (AGs) signed a Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation (PAPR-RCA) on 6 February 2019, with the assistance of the African Union (AU), the support of the Economic Community of Central African States and the United Nations.
• This agreement contains many provisions relating to security arrangements, including political and governance issues; reconciliation; and approximation, which must be implemented in the short and medium term. The AU is the guarantor of the implementation of this peace agreement.
• The Human Rights Observers will be deployed to CAR to monitor and document human rights violations and international humanitarian law in line with the CAR peace agreement.
• Under the direct supervision of the Coordinator Human Rights/CAR, they will monitor activities of human rights and will be responsible, in accordance with the provisions of the PAPR, for issues related to the promotion and protection of human rights with particular attention to vulnerable persons (women, children, the elderly etc.) and the promotion of gender mainstreaming in coordination with partners in CAR. Promote and enforce the instruments and commitments of the African Union, as well as UN Security Council Resolution 1325 and subsequent resolutions on women, peace and security.

Main Functions

• Provide support in the preparation and Implement the programmes developed out of the Division’s strategic plan;
• Ensure effective coordination and implementation of Unit’s plans and activities at various levels;
• Liaise with Member States, Regional Economic Communities (RECs), and other relevant stakeholders on relevant matters;
• Prepare and develop reports, budget and work programmes related to the functioning of the Division;
• Provide support to develop resource mobilization strategy with stakeholders’ coordination;
• Manage and supervise direct reports to ensure their effective performance as per organization’s performance management policy and system;
• Conduct complex analysis and generate accurate reports in a timely manner for the Division and AU’s internal use;
• Liaise with the various Departments/Units of the Commission for coordination and alignment purposes;
• Prepare budgets for the Division in accordance with relevant frameworks. Support the promotion of the activities of the Division including preparing leaflets, guidelines and fact sheets as may be required;
• Actively contribute in the development of strategies, policies, programmes and plans.

Specific Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Special Representative of the Chairperson of the Commission, Head, AU Liaison Office for Central African Republic, and direct supervision of the HRO Coordinator, the mandate of the HRO, as indicated in the various communiqués and resolutions of the Peace and Security Council (PSC) is as follows:

• Monitor the human rights situation on the ground,
• Report violations of human rights and international humanitarian law
• Undertake local conflict prevention and resolution activities.
• The HROs will report, through the HRO Coordinator, to the AU Special Representative in CAR. Daily and weekly reports have to be sent to the Commission through the Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security.
• Document the situation of civilians in the capital Bangui and other selected provincial areas of the country on all violations of human rights laws, international humanitarian law and refugees/IDPs laws;
• Develop and maintain contacts and effective working relations with Central African Republic authorities and other local, regional and international stakeholders including working with the MINUSCA HR observers that have been deployed on the ground for some time now;
• Participate in activities of conflict prevention and peace building efforts at local level;
• Assume protective presence and/or participate in local shuttle diplomacy, local capacity building and rumor control to the de-escalation of tension among the general public;
• Undertake initiatives to partner with local civil society groups to build strategies for long term violence reduction;
• Encourage peaceful dialogue ;  
• Provide advice; and
• Make appropriate recommendations to the Commission on how best to address the peace challenges in CAR.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• A Master's Degree in International Law, Human Rights, Political Science, International Relations, Economics, Social Sciences, with 5 years' experience in the field of human rights related field with a government, NGO, think tank or similar multilateral, regional or international institution which 3 years should be at expert/specialist and 3 years at supervisory level
• Or
• Bachelor in similar studies with 10 years relevant experience.
• This experience should include human rights promotion, protection, monitoring and reporting, and advocacy. Experience in promoting gender equality in a post-conflict setting outside the candidate's country of nationality is desirable.
• Must have excellent presentation and writing skills in French and an excellent knowledge of current political, social and economic developments in Africa (particularly in CAR);
• Must be able to work with a team of professionals and demonstrate creativity and initiative, as well as conduct strategic analysis, reports and briefs under pressure;

Required Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Sound planning and organizational skills
• Ability to negotiate diplomatically
• Ability to delegate the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority with regard to performance management and professional development
• Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic) and  fluency in another AU language(s) is 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 Sharing...
• Drive for result...
• Continuous improvement orientation...

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.

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
The salary attached to the position is an annual lump-sum of US$ 99,274.80 (P3 Step 5) inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US$ 82,211.38 inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff of the African Union Commission.

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Requisition ID: 903
Location: Bangui, Central African Republic
Job Grade: P3
Contract  Type: Fixed-term
Division: Central Africa Desk
Reports to: SRCC
Directorate / Department: PAPS/Conflict management
Number of Direct Reports: 4
Number of Indirect Reports: 2

Purpose of Job

• The Government of the Central African Republic (CAR) and fourteen (14) armed groups (AGs) signed a Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation (PAPR-RCA) on 6 February 2019, with the assistance of the African Union (AU) with the support of the Economic Community of Central African States and the United Nations.
• This agreement contains many provisions relating to security arrangements including SSR and DDR issues; governance; approximation which must be implemented in the short and medium term. The AU is the guarantor of the implementation of this peace agreement.
• An SSR/DDR Officer will be deployed to CAR to provide technical support for the implementation of the SSR and DDR provisions in the CAR peace agreement.
• Through the AU Mission in CAR and Central Africa (MISAC), the officer will be responsible for providing strategic advice to national authorities on appropriate and inclusive SSR and DDR mechanisms, structures and processes to support national SSR and DDR efforts, as provided for in the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation (PAPR).
• The SSR/DDR Officer will be guided by the AU Policy Framework on SSR, the AU Programme on Capacity and Knowledge Management in DDR, the AU Operational Guidance Notes on HSS and DDR and international standards on DDR and SSR.  
• Thus, the SSR and DDR officer must work with various national, regional and international partners, including AU entities and organs, regional economic communities (RECs), regional mechanisms (MRs), the United Nations, specialized agencies and civil society.
• The Senior Security Sector Reform (SSR) and Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR) Officer will be responsible for the management of projects and activities under the technical supervision of the Defence and Security Division of the DPS and other joint projects with partners in the field.

Main Functions

• Provide support in the preparation and Implement the programmes developed out of the Division’s strategic plan;
• Ensure effective coordination and implementation of Unit’s plans and activities at various levels;
• Liaise with Member States, Regional Economic Communities (RECs), and other relevant stakeholders on relevant matters;
• Prepare and develop reports, budget and work programmes related to the functioning of the Division;
• Provide support to develop resource mobilization strategy with stakeholders’ coordination;
• Manage and supervise direct reports to ensure their effective performance as per organization’s performance management policy and system;
• Conduct complex analysis and generate accurate reports in a timely manner for the Division and AU’s internal use;
• Liaise with the various Departments/Units of the Commission for coordination and alignment purposes;
• Prepare budgets for the Division in accordance with relevant frameworks. Support the promotion of the activities of the Division including preparing leaflets, guidelines and fact sheets as may be required;
• Actively contribute in the development of strategies, policies, programmes and plans.

Specific Responsibilities

• Monitor political and security developments in the Central African Republic (CAR) and regularly prepare analyses on SSR and DDR issues, including assessing their impact on the SSR and DDR process and recommending possible interventions to the AI;
• Provide strategic and operational advice on SSR and DDR aspects related to the creation and implementation of Special Joint Security Units (USMS)
• Through the AU representative and head of MISAC, provide strategic and operational advice to Central African national authorities on security sector issues, help formulate and promote strategies and interventions to support national SSR and DDR efforts;
• Assist CAR national stakeholders in the conceptualization, development and implementation of SSR and DDR strategies and plans, and contribute to efforts to mobilize and coordinate international assistance for related initiatives;
• Liaise regularly with RECs/RMs, the United Nations and other partners to identify synergies and areas of cooperation and mutual support within the various institutions;
• Provide technical support to CAR in collaboration with the United Nations and other partners to strengthen the capacity of national SSR and DDR coordination mechanisms.
• Design awareness-raising and training modules on SSR/DDR for national stakeholders and AU staff based on the AU Operational Guidance Notes on SSR and DDR;
• Manage all aspects of event organization (conferences, workshops, consultations, etc.), including the development of concept notes and agendas, the identification of participants and resource persons, and the preparation of background documents, presentations and results reports.
• Produce a range of documents, including background documents, speeches, discussion points, press releases, and contribute to reports to African Union bodies and donors, ensuring that the highest levels of quality are met;
• Perform any other related tasks assigned to him/her by the Head of MISAC, the Director of the Peace and Security Department or the Commissioner for Peace and Security.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Master’s Degree in in Political Science, Social Science, Defence and Security, Management, International Relations, Law, Development or a related field with 7 years’ experience in out of which 3 years  should be at a supervisory level

Or

• Bachelor’s Degree in similar studies with 10 years relevant experience and 3 years at Supervisor revel
• At least five years of professional experience related to Security Sector Reform (SSR) and Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR)
• Professional experience in a conflict or post-conflict context is required.
• Experience in writing high quality analytical reports is required.
• Experience in SSR and DDR in advising and guiding defence or security forces is desirable.
• Experience in policy coordination or project management is desirable.
• Training certificates on SSR level 1 or 2 and DDR would be an additional benefit.
• Knowledge of the functioning of the African Union system and the context of the Central African Republic would be an additional asset.

Required Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Sound planning and organizational skills
• Ability to negotiate diplomatically
• Ability to delegate the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority with regard to performance management and professional development
• Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic) and  fluency in another AU language(s) is 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 Sharing
• Drive for result
• Continuous improvement orientation

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.

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
The salary attached to the position is an annual lump-sum of US$ 99,274.80 (P3 Step 5) inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US$  82,211.38 inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff of the African Union Commission.

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Requisition ID: 881
Location: Central African Republic
Organization: African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights
Reports to: SRCC
Directorate/Department : PAPS
Division: Central Africa Desk
Number of Direct Reports: 2
Number of Indirect Reports: 0
Job Grade: P4
Contract  Type: Fixed-term
Location: Bangui, CAR

Purpose of Job

• The Government of the Central African Republic (CAR) and fourteen (14) armed groups (AGs) signed a Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation (PRPR-RCA) on 6 February 2019, with the assistance of the African Union (AU), the support of the Economic Community of Central African States and the United Nations.
• This agreement contains many provisions relating to security arrangements, including political and governance issues; reconciliation; and approximation, which must be implemented in the short and medium term. The AU is the guarantor of the implementation of this peace agreement.
• A Political Affairs Coordinator will be deployed to CAR to provide technical support for the implementation of the provisions on political and governance issues in the CAR peace agreement.
• Under the direct supervision of the Special Representative of the Chairperson of the Commission and the Head of the AU Mission in CAR, he/she will coordinate political affairs and be responsible, in accordance with the provisions of the PAPR, for political and governance issues in CAR (advocacy and outreach of the PAPR, assistance to the government in various governance-related priorities, including the drafting of a new Charter of Political Parties, the drafting of the law on the status of former Heads of State, the adoption of the new law for decentralization).

Main Functions

• Provide technical and intellectual support in the management of various partnerships relevant for the division and directorate;
• Identify best practices and monitor effectiveness of the division/directorate’s support to AU;
• Contribute to the development of the departmental strategies and business continuity plan and participate in/ensure their implementation
• Involve in negotiations;
• Foster and ensure implementation of large-scale and long-term initiatives related to strategic partnerships;
• Support the organization of thematic networks, consultations and meetings on development cooperation and international relations;
• Develop training materials and provide necessary training and support to Organization Units;
• Provide technical resource allocation and policy guidance on matters relating to system -Implementation projects and maintenance.

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide advice to the Head of MISAC and Head of the AU Liaison Office in CAR on issues related to the implementation of the PAPR, reconciliation and governance;
• Collect and analyze field information from various sources, including the press;
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of events related to political issues in general, and their impact on countries in particular;
• Keep abreast of the latest trends and developments in the implementation of the PAPR and provide input on relevant issues to the Head of MISAC and Head of the AU Liaison Office in CAR, and colleagues from MISAC and AU Headquarters;
• Monitor regularly political developments at national and provincial levels and provide daily and weekly updates to the Head of MISAC and Head of the AU Liaison Office in CAR;  
• Produce regular reports and strategic analyses in support of the work of the Peace and Security Council (PSC), including reports on the implementation of PSC priorities at the local level;
• Identify gaps in policy and governance, prioritize those that need to be addressed and develop and coordinate/implement strategies to address gaps in CAR;
• Provide technical and substantive support to the implementation of the office's mandates;
• Maintain contacts with governmental, non-governmental and international organizations on coordination and policy issues;
• Monitor the actions undertaken by intergovernmental groups, United Nations organizations, governmental and non-governmental organizations;
• Define the individual and collective work plan in the area of its responsibility in accordance with the established terms of reference;
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Head of MISAC and Head of the AU Liaison Office in CAR.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Master's Degree in the field of Political Science, International Relations, International Law, Conflict Prevention and Resolution, Management, other fields related to conflict management within 10 years of experience which 6 years should be at expert/specialist and 3 years at supervisory level Or Bachelor in similar studies with 12 years relevant experience.
• Must have excellent presentation and writing skills in French and an excellent knowledge of current political, social and economic developments in Africa (particularly in CAR);
• Must be able to work with a team of professionals and demonstrate creativity and initiative, as well as conduct strategic analysis, reports and briefs under pressure.

Required Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Sound planning and organizational skills
• Ability to negotiate diplomatically
• Ability to delegate the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority with regard to performance management and professional development
• Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic) and  fluency in another AU language(s) is 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 Sharing.
• Drive for result.
• Continuous improvement orientation.

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.

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
The salary attached to the position is an annual lump sum of US$ 113,614.67 (P4 Step 5) inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US$ 96,922.19  inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff of the African Union Commission.

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Requisition ID: 882
Location: Bangui, CAR (Central African Republic)
Job Grade: P3
Reports to: SRCC
Contract  Type: Fixed-term
Division: Central Africa Desk
Number of Direct Reports: 4
Number of Indirect Reports: 6
Directorate/Department : PAPS/Conflict management

Purpose of Job

• The Government of the Central African Republic (CAR) and fourteen (14) armed groups (AGs) signed a Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation (PAPR-RCA) on 6 February 2019, with the assistance of the African Union (AU), the support of the Economic Community of Central African States and the United Nations. This agreement contains many provisions relating to security arrangements, including political and governance issues; reconciliation; and approximation, which must be implemented in the short and medium term. The AU is the guarantor of the implementation of this peace agreement.
• A Human Rights & Gender Officer will be deployed to CAR to provide technical support for the implementation of human rights and gender provisions in the CAR peace agreement.
• Under the direct supervision of the Special Representative of the Chairperson of the Commission and Head of the AU Mission in CAR, he/she will be responsible, in accordance with the provisions of the PAPR, for assisting the Coordinator of Civilian Human Rights Observers on issues related to the promotion and protection of human rights with particular attention to vulnerable persons (women, children, the elderly etc.) and the promotion of gender mainstreaming in coordination with partners in CAR. Promote and enforce the instruments and commitments of the African Union, as well as UN Security Council Resolution 1325 and subsequent resolutions on women, peace and security.

Main Functions

• Provide support in the preparation and Implement the programmes developed out of the Division’s strategic plan;
• Ensure effective coordination and implementation of Unit’s plans and activities at various levels;
• Liaise with Member States, Regional Economic Communities (RECs), and other relevant stakeholders on relevant matters;
• Prepare and develop reports, budget and work programmes related to the functioning of the Division;
• Provide support to develop resource mobilization strategy with stakeholders’ coordination;
• Manage and supervise direct reports to ensure their effective performance as per organization’s performance management policy and system;
• Conduct complex analysis and generate accurate reports in a timely manner for the Division and AU’s internal use;
• Liaise with the various Departments/Units of the Commission for coordination and alignment purposes;
• Prepare budgets for the Division in accordance with relevant frameworks. Support the promotion of the activities of the Division including preparing leaflets, guidelines and fact sheets as may be required;
• Actively contribute in the development of strategies, policies, programmes and plans.

Specific Responsibilities

• Promote respect for human rights in all aspects of the implementation of the PAPR in CAR;
• Submit regular reports on violations of human rights and international humanitarian law to the Head of MISAC and the AU Commission for consideration by the Peace and Security Council;
• Support the efforts of local authorities by providing them with advice to strengthen the promotion and protection of human rights and respect for the rule of law and gender integration within Central African institutions;
• Support the AU mission in CAR in its work to support gender mainstreaming and identify specific gender activities, including on women's empowerment, sexual and gender-based violence (GBV);
• Provide the necessary technical expertise to the mission components on gender mainstreaming strategies, including expanding analytical capacity and developing gender-sensitive policies and programs;
• Liaise, coordinate and monitor activities, projects with national and international human rights institutions and focal points;
• Identify and specify human rights and gender needs for advisory services and technical cooperation, including the preparation and conduct of assessment missions;
• Prepare analytical briefings, briefing notes and reports to the AU Commission on gender and human rights issues specific to CAR, as well as on the Women, Peace and Security Programme;
• Prepare a regular report on the issue of peace and security for women and men for the Knowledge Management Platform on Peace, Security and Gender;
• Support and popularize the implementation of relevant AU and UN guidelines on gender equality and women's empowerment in CAR;
• Provide training and guidance to inform the development of gender-sensitive policies and operational tools for different institutions in CAR;
• Contribute to the consolidation and documentation of good practices and lessons learned from the programme for peace and security of human rights, gender and women's rights and ensure their integration into policy development and review processes;
• Assist the AU Mission in CAR (MISAC) in the design and implementation of a mission-wide action plan for the promotion of gender equality and human rights to translate existing policies and mandates for the promotion of gender equality and women's empowerment;
• Ensure coordination with other national humanitarian coordination mechanisms on gender-based violence, such as the subgroup/working group on protection and subgroups on gender-based violence, as well as coordination with relevant national institutions and NGOs;
• Ensure collaboration with regional and United Nations partners in the field by identifying critical areas of support and promoting complementarity in human rights, gender equality and women's empowerment;
• Undertake awareness-raising activities on human rights and gender issues in the country;
• Perform any other tasks as directed by the supervisor.

 
Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• A Master's Degree in International Law, Human Rights, Political Science, International Relations, Economics, Social Sciences, etc. with  7years' experience in the field of human rights in out of which 3 years  should be at a supervisory level

Or

• Bachelor's Degree in similar studies with 10 years relevant experience and 3 years at Supervisor revel
• Professional experience in a related field with a government, NGO, think tank or similar multilateral, regional or international institution. This experience should include human rights promotion, protection, monitoring and reporting, and advocacy. Experience in promoting gender equality in a post-conflict setting outside the candidate's country of nationality is desirable.

Required Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Sound planning and organizational skills
• Ability to negotiate diplomatically
• Ability to delegate the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority with regard to performance management and professional development
• Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic) and  fluency in another AU language(s) is 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 Sharing
• Drive for result
• Continuous improvement orientation

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.

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

• The salary attached to the position is an annual lump-sum of US$ 99,274.80 (P3 Step 5) inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US$  82,211.38   inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff of the African Union Commission.

Remuneration
The salary attached to the position is an annual lump-sum of US$ 99,274.80 (P3 Step 5) inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US$  82,211.38  inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff of the African Union Commission.

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Requisition ID: 867
Location: Bangui, CAR
Organization: African Union Commission - AUC
Reports to: SRCC
Directorate/Department : PAPS/Conflict Management
Division: Central Africa Desk
Number of Direct Reports: 2
Number of Indirect Reports: 0
Job Grade: P4
Contract  Type: Fixed-term

Purpose of Job

• The Government of the Central African Republic (CAR) and fourteen (14) armed groups (AGs) signed a Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation (PAPR-RCA) on 6 February 2019, with the assistance of the African Union (AU), the support of the Economic Community of Central African States and the United Nations. This agreement contains many provisions relating to security arrangements, including political and governance issues; reconciliation; and approximation, which must be implemented in the short and medium term. The AU is the guarantor of the implementation of this peace agreement.
• A Coordinator of Civilian Human Rights Observers will be deployed to CAR to provide technical support for the implementation of human rights and gender provisions in the CAR peace agreement. Under the direct supervision of the Special Representative of the Chairperson of the Commission and the Head of the AU Mission in CAR, he/she will coordinate the activities of human rights observers and will be responsible, in accordance with the provisions of the PAPR, for issues related to the promotion and protection of human rights with particular attention to vulnerable persons (women, children, the elderly etc.) and the promotion of gender mainstreaming in coordination with partners in CAR. Promote and enforce the instruments and commitments of the African Union, as well as UN Security Council Resolution 1325 and subsequent resolutions on women, peace and security.

Main Functions

• Provide technical and intellectual support in the management of various partnerships relevant for the division and directorate;
• Identify best practices and monitor effectiveness of the division/directorate’s support to AU;
• Contribute to the development of the departmental strategies and business continuity plan and participate in/ensure their implementation
• Involve in negotiations;
• Foster and ensure implementation of large-scale and long-term initiatives related to strategic partnerships;
• Support the organization of thematic networks, consultations and meetings on development cooperation and international relations;
• Develop training materials and provide necessary training and support to Organization Units;
• Provide technical resource allocation and policy guidance on matters relating to system -Implementation projects and maintenance.

 Specific Responsibilities

• Promote respect for human rights in all aspects of the implementation of the PAPR in CAR;
• Submit regular reports on violations of human rights and international humanitarian law to the Head of MISAC and the AU Commission for consideration by the Peace and Security Council;
• Support the efforts of local authorities by providing them with advice to strengthen the promotion and protection of human rights and respect for the rule of law and gender integration within Central African institutions;
• Liaise, coordinate and monitor activities, projects with national and international human rights institutions and focal points;
• Identify and specify human rights and gender needs for advisory services and technical cooperation, including the preparation and conduct of assessment missions;
• Prepare analytical briefings, briefing notes and reports to the AU Commission on gender and human rights issues specific to CAR, as well as on the Women, Peace and Security Programme;
• Prepare a regular report on the issue of peace and security for women and men for the Knowledge Management Platform on Peace, Security and Gender;
• Support and popularize the implementation of relevant AU and UN guidelines on gender equality and women's empowerment in CAR;
• Provide training and guidance to inform the development of gender-sensitive policies and operational tools for different institutions in CAR;
• Contribute to the consolidation and documentation of good practices and lessons learned from the programme for peace and security of human rights, gender and women's rights and ensure their integration into policy development and review processes;
• Assist the AU Mission in CAR (MISAC) in the design and implementation of a mission-wide action plan for the promotion of gender equality and human rights to translate existing policies and mandates for the promotion of gender equality and women's empowerment;
• Ensure coordination with other national humanitarian coordination mechanisms on gender-based violence, such as the subgroup/working group on protection and subgroups on gender-based violence, as well as coordination with relevant national institutions and NGOs;
• Ensure collaboration with regional and United Nations partners in the field by identifying critical areas of support and promoting complementarity in human rights, gender equality and women's empowerment;
• Undertake awareness-raising activities on human rights and gender issues in the country;
• Perform any other tasks as directed by the supervisor.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• A Master's Degree in International Law, Human Rights, Political Science, International Relations, Economics, Social Sciences, with 10 years' experience in the field of human rights related field with a government, NGO, think tank or similar multilateral, regional or international institution which 6 years should be at expert/specialist and 3 years at supervisory level

Or

• Bachelor in similar studies with 12 years relevant experience.
• This experience should include human rights promotion, protection, monitoring and reporting, and advocacy. Experience in promoting gender equality in a post-conflict setting outside the candidate's country of nationality is desirable.
• Must have excellent presentation and writing skills in French and an excellent knowledge of current political, social and economic developments in Africa (particularly in CAR);
• Must be able to work with a team of professionals and demonstrate creativity and initiative, as well as conduct strategic analysis, reports and briefs under pressure;

Required Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Sound planning and organizational skills
• Ability to negotiate diplomatically
• Ability to delegate the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority with regard to performance management and professional development
• Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic) and  fluency in another AU language(s) is 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 Sharing
• Drive for result
• Continuous improvement orientation

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.

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
The salary attached to the position is an annual lump-sum of US$ 113,614.67 (P4 Step 5) inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US$  96,922.19  inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff of the African Union Commission.