Current Vacancies at AUDA - NEPAD

Required Skills and Competencies

• Experience in strategy setting, programming and program development.
• Ability to conceptualize and convey strategic vision from the spectrum of development experience.
• Experience in the development of technical guidelines and standard operating procedures in results and resource frameworks.
• Experience in strategic planning, monitoring and reporting.
• Experience and ability to apply various governance-related development theories to the specific context, including translating strategic orientation principles into effective policy and programme interventions.
• Experience in interacting with senior officials and influencing senior decision-makers in a development setting.
• Strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills, including the ability to produce high-quality practical advisory reports and knowledge products.
• Proven ability to lead a practice area and drive for results with a strong knowledge of results-based management and budgeting.
• Strong ability to manage teams; create an enabling environment, mentor and develop staff.
• Demonstrated substantive leadership and ability to integrate knowledge with broader strategic, policy and operational objectives.
• Excellent computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, SAP ERP) essential.

Education and Experience:

• A Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Business, Science, Engineering and or any other related field with eight (8) years of relevant work experience in  strategic planning and programming of which three (3) years should be at a supervisory level in within public sector, multilateral institutions, and international non-governmental or similar organizations nationally, regionally and/or internationally.
• In addition, PMP certification or equivalent project management certification is required.

Or

• A Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Finance, Business, Science, Engineering or any other related field with twelve (12) years of relevant work experience of which seven (7) years should be at a specialist/expert level in strategic planning and programming within public sector, multilateral institutions, and international non-governmental or similar organizations nationally, regionally and/or internationally.
• In addition, PMP certification or equivalent project management certification is required.

Application: To apply, please submit the following:

• A motivation letter stating reasons for seeking employment with the NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency.
• A detailed and updated curriculum vitae (CV), not exceeding five (5) pages and indicating your nationality, age and gender.
• Three (3) referees with good knowledge of the candidate’s work, furnishing full contact details, telephone, fax and e-mail addresses.
• Certified copies of degrees and diplomas.

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Required Skills and Competencies

• Excellent experience in communications and journalism to mobilise support and resources.
• Excellent writing, facilitation, and presentation skills to provide effective leadership to the Division, articulate and promote AUDA-NEPAD and African sectoral positions, and compose and defend requests for support or particular actions.
• Experience in leading and supervising a diverse team and the ability to leverage limited resources and staff for maximum impact.
• Experience in managing organizational resources and deployment in pursuit of innovative approaches and initiatives.
• Experience in working with social media and technology.
• Excellent computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, SAP ERP) essential.
• Ability to always maintain confidentiality at the highest level.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and thoroughness.
• Excellent strategic visioning, planning, implementation, monitoring & evaluation, and reporting skills.
• High level of integrity and accountability, flexible approaches to work coupled with enthusiasm, commitment, and energy.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure with a wide range of individuals and institutions.
• Creative thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Good organization, planning, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in one of the AU working languages, and fluency in another AU language an added advantage.

Education and Experience:

• A Master's Degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations and any other related field with at least ten (10) years post-qualification experience in leading a communication function within the public sector, multilateral institutions, and international non-governmental or similar organizations nationally, regionally and/or internationally.  

Or

• A Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations or any other related field with at least twelve (12) years post-qualification experience in leading a communication function within the public sector, multilateral institutions, and international non-governmental or similar organizations nationally, regionally and/or internationally. At least five (5) years should be at management-level experience in leading and managing comparable within public sector, multilateral institutions, and international non-governmental or similar organizations nationally, regionally and/or internationally. 

Application: should be forwarded utilizing ‘’Arial’’ font 11.5: To apply, please submit the following:

• A motivation letter stating reasons for seeking employment with the African Union Development Agency.
• A detailed and updated curriculum vitae (CV), not exceeding five (5) pages, and indicating your nationality, age, and gender.
• Three (3) referees with good knowledge of the candidate’s work, furnishing full contact details, telephone, fax, and e-mail addresses.
• Certified copies of degrees and diplomas.
• A recent performance evaluation report (for internal candidates only).

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Required Skills and Competencies

• Experience in procedures and international standards for the purchase of goods and services.
• Experience in Global Distribution Systems particularly Amadeus.
• Experience in SAP MM module.
• Experience in IATA Rules and Regulations.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Excellent oral, writing, and editing skills.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and thoroughness.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision, be proactive, initiative, and with sound judgment.
• High level of integrity and accountability, flexible approaches to work coupled with enthusiasm, commitment, and energy.
• Ability to leverage limited resources and staff for maximum impact.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure with a wide range of individuals and institutions.
• Creative thinking, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain confidentiality at the highest level at all times.
• Sound analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with enthusiasm and commitment under pressure and minimal supervision, multi-task with a wide range of individuals and institutions, as well as be proactive and creative with sound judgment.
• Experience in leading and supervising a diverse team and the ability to leverage limited resources and staff for maximum impact.

Education and Experience:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Tourism, Administration, Logistics Hospitality and Travel, Business Administration or any related field with four (4) years of progressive professional experience in procurement and/or travel management i.e. ticketing and airline sales in a busy environment within the public sector, multilateral institutions, and international non-governmental or similar organizations nationally, regionally and/or internationally.
• IATA Diploma or formal academic training or education on passengers’ air travel is required.
• Certificate in Amadeus Reservation System is required.

Or

• A Master’s degree in Tourism, Administration, Logistics, Hospitality and Travel, Business Administration or any related field with two (2) years of relevant work experience in procurement and/or travel management i.e ticketing and airline sales in a busy environment within the public sector, multilateral institutions, and international non-governmental or similar organizations nationally, regionally and/or internationally.
• IATA Diploma or formal academic training or education on passengers’ air travel is required.
• Certificate in Amadeus Reservation System is required.

Application: should be forwarded utilizing ‘’Arial’’ font 11.5: To apply, please submit the following:

• A motivation letter stating reasons for seeking employment with the African Union Development Agency
• A detailed and updated curriculum vitae (CV), not exceeding five (5) pages and indicating your nationality, age, and gender
• Three (3) referees with good knowledge of the candidate’s work, furnishing full contact details, telephone, fax, and e-mail addresses
• Certified copies of degrees and diplomas.
• A recent performance evaluation report (for internal candidates only)

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Required Skills and Competencies

• Experience in formulating regional strategies and capacity-building work within member states and expert institutions.
• Ability to identify key strategic issues, opportunities, and risks.
• Ability to generate and communicate broad and compelling organizational direction.
• Ability to communicate links between the Organization's strategy and the Division's goals.
• Establish and maintain relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support.
• Anticipate and resolve conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions and consistently drive for change and improvements.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the African development dynamic, the African Union and AUDA-NEPAD.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead teams to deliver solutions and solve organisational challenges while drawing on global best practices in the discipline.

Education and Experience:

• A Master’s degree in Public Policy, International Relations, Management, Business Management, Gender Studies, Youth Empowerment, Education, Social Science, or a related field with ten (10) years of work experience in leading a function related to the management of capacity-building and technical assistance projects or a related area within the public sector, multilateral institutions, and international non-governmental or similar organizations nationally, regionally and/or internationally. 

Or

• A Bachelor’s degree in the above-specified fields and twelve (12) years of work experience in leading a function related to the management of capacity-building and technical assistance projects or a related area of which five (5) years should be at a managerial level within the public sector, multilateral institutions, and international non-governmental or similar organizations nationally, regionally and/or internationally.   
• Additionally, candidates must have at least ten (10) years of progressive experience in managing a team of professionals or consultants.

Application: should be forwarded utilizing ‘’Arial’’ font 11.5: To apply, please submit the following:

• A motivation letter stating reasons for seeking employment with the African Union Development Agency.
• A detailed and updated curriculum vitae (CV), not exceeding five (5) pages and indicating your nationality, age and gender.
• Three (3) referees with good knowledge of the candidate’s work, furnishing full contact details, telephone, fax and e-mail addresses.
• Certified copies of degrees and diplomas.
• A recent performance evaluation report (for internal candidates only).