Fresh Jobs at AUDA - NEPAD

Required Skills and Competencies

• Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy in handling and processing documentation.
• Excellent customer service, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and work with various individuals.
• Maintain confidentiality at the highest level at all times.
•  High level of integrity and accountability, flexible approach to work coupled with enthusiasm, commitment, and energy.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-national environment.

Education and Experience:

• A high school certificate and at least five (5) years of experience as a records management assistant, archivist, human resources assistant, or in another relevant administrative role within the public sector, multilateral institutions, and international non-governmental or similar organisations nationally, regionally, and/or internationally.

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Required Skills and Competencies

• Knowledge of international development cooperation frameworks for youth and women's empowerment and entrepreneurship approaches.
• Knowledge of development cooperation policies, strategies, and best practices, particularly in relation to youth and women empowerment.
• Familiarity with the priorities and strategies of the Spanish Agency for International Cooperation (AECID).
• Familiarity with the priorities and objectives of the Creating Opportunities for Youth and Women in Africa (COYWA) Programme as it relates to youth and women empowerment.
• Experience in providing technical assistance and advisory services to partner organizations, with an emphasis on economic empowerment programming for youth and women.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess challenges and gaps in entrepreneurships for youth and women and propose targeted interventions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including youth and women entrepreneurs and support organizations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to work in a multicultural and multilingual environment.
• Excellent presentation, report writing, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in one AU official language (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic), with fluency in another as an advantage.

Education and Experience:

• A Master’s Degree in International Development, Gender Studies, Economics, Public Policy, or a related field, with a minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in the implementation of youth and women’s programmes or in a related field within multilateral institutions or similar organizations at the national, regional, and/or international level.
• Experience in delivering technical assistance and advisory support to partner organizations, particularly in the area of youth and women's economic empowerment programming, will be considered an added advantage.

OR

• A Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Gender Studies, Economics, Economic Development, Public Policy, or a related field, with a minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience in the implementation of youth and women’s programmes or related field within multilateral institutions or comparable organizations at the national, regional, and/or international levels.
• Experience in delivering technical assistance and advisory support to partner organizations, particularly in the area of youth and women's economic empowerment programming, will be considered an added advantage.

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Required Skills and Competencies

• Strategy Leadership and Development at a national and regional level.
• Demonstrated strong management, coordination, teamwork and integrated planning skills.
• Excellent diplomacy skills and a proven ability to establish and maintain interpersonal and professional relationships with Member States and other stakeholders.
• Experience in negotiating and addressing high-stakes issues to ensure program delivery.
• The ability to harmonize organizational efforts and align them with national and regional priorities.
• Experience in building institutional capabilities to ensure high-quality program execution and knowledge sharing.
• The ability to create multi-stakeholder platforms for strategic collaborative efforts and foster strategic alliances.
• Background in financial and legal oversight to ensure the effective and accountable use of resources.
• Proven ability to position organisations strategically ensures the organisation maximises its influence and impact across all levels.
• Extensive experience in facilitating economic collaboration and stakeholder engagement to support developmental programmes.
• Experience working with quantitative and qualitative methodologies, operations research, public sector management information systems, reporting, data quality assessments, data analysis and presentation.
• Extensive experience in resource mobilisation for program development.
• Experience in managing organisational resources and deployment in pursuit of innovative approaches and initiatives to enhance national and regional development plans.
• Experience in leading and supervising a diverse team and ability to leverage limited resources and staff for maximum impact.
• Expertise in identifying and adapting best practices to specific strategic contexts.
• Experience in working with international organisations, preferably in Africa.
• Ability to always maintain confidentiality at the highest level.
• High level of expertise in integrating monitoring and evaluation results into knowledge co-creation.
• 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
• Strong ability to manage teams; creating an enabling environment, mentoring and developing 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) are essential.

Education and Experience:

• A Master’s Degree in Diplomacy, Public Policy, International Law, Public Law, Business Administration, Statistics, Social Sciences, Development Economics or a related field. Candidates should have a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant work experience in a Pan-African, Development/Multilateral Organisation in public sector institutions or similar organisations nationally, regionally and/or internationally.

Candidates should have experience in:

• Develop and implement strategic national development programs aligned with regional and continental priorities, including Agenda 2063.
• Prepare, manage, and conduct comprehensive monitoring and impact evaluations using advanced research methodologies and data-driven approaches across public sector organisations, regional institutions, and civil society.
• Lead diverse, multi-disciplinary teams in high-pressure environments, ensuring strategic alignment and effective program execution.
• Represent the organisation in high-level engagements with governments, advocating for key priorities and fostering collaborative partnerships at the national, regional, and international levels.

Or

• A Bachelor's degree in Diplomacy, Public Policy, International Law, Public Law, Business Administration, Statistics, Social Sciences, Development Economics or any other related field. Candidates should have twelve (12) years of relevant work experience in a Pan-African Development/Multilateral Organisation, of which five (5) years are at a managerial level in public sector institutions or similar organisations nationally, regionally and/or internationally.

Candidates should have experience in:

• Develop and implement strategic national development programs aligned with regional and continental priorities, including Agenda 2063.
• Prepare, manage, and conduct comprehensive monitoring and impact evaluations using advanced research methodologies and data-driven approaches across public sector organisations, regional institutions, and civil society.
• Lead diverse, multi-disciplinary teams in high-pressure environments, ensuring strategic alignment and effective program execution.
• Represent the organisation in high-level engagements with governments, advocating for key priorities and fostering collaborative partnerships at the national, regional, and international levels.

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Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong expertise in communication strategy and public relations.
• Experience in communication strategy development, media relations, and public engagement.
• Proficiency in digital communication tools, content creation, and social media management.
• Experience in designing and disseminating communication materials, particularly in the context of international development or public health.
• Proficiency in office software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and basic design tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to a fast-paced work environment.
• Proficiency in one AU official language (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic), with fluency in another as an advantage.
• Ability to work in a multicultural and multilingual environment.
• Excellent presentation, report writing, and communication skills.

Education and Experience:

• A Master's degree in Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field with a minimum relevant experience of two (2) years of working experience within multilateral/ development institutions or similar organisations nationally, regionally and/or internationally.
• Experience in international development or public health programs is added advantage.

OR

• A Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field with a minimum relevant experience of four (4) years of working experience within multilateral/ development institutions or similar organisations nationally, regionally and/or internationally.
• Experience in international development or public health programs is added advantage.

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Required Skills and Competencies

• Experience in project management.
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation.
• Strong research abilities to conduct background research and synthesize findings.
• Analytical thinking to interpret data, draw conclusions, and support decision-making.
• Excellent writing and editing skills for drafting reports, project documents, press releases, and communication materials.
• High level professional integrity and ability to always maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work with a team of professional staff and other colleagues.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, be proactive and creative.
• Possession of energy, drive, enthusiasm, commitment, and passion for high quality work.
• Good analytical, organization and planning skills.
• Effective time management skills.
• Capacity to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure with a wide range of individuals and institutions.
• Experience in the use of Microsoft Office applications and Enterprise Resource Packages, especially data analytical applications and tools. 
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-national environment.

Education and Experience:

• A Master's degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, International Relations, Social Sciences, Economics, Development Economics, Health Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, or a related field with a minimum relevant experience of two (2) years of working experience within multilateral/ development institutions or similar organisations nationally, regionally and/or internationally.

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, International Relations, Social Sciences, Economics, Development Economics, Health Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, or a related field with a minimum relevant experience of four (4) years of working experience within multilateral/ development institutions or similar organisations nationally, regionally and/or internationally.

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Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of ethical principles, particularly for emerging genetic technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to strengthen the capacity of ethics committees and foster harmonization of review processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to navigate diverse cultural contexts.
• Familiarity with WHO guidelines and African Union protocols on ethical oversight.
• Experience designing and implementing stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Proficiency in office software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and basic design tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Experience in event coordination and logistical planning.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to a fast-paced work environment.
• Proficiency in one AU official language (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic), with fluency in another as an advantage.
• Ability to work in a multicultural and multilingual environment.
• Excellent presentation, report writing, and communication skills.

Education and Experience:

• Master's degree in Ethics, Sociology, Public Policy, Arts in Education, or related field, with a minimum relevant experience of two (2) years of working within multilateral/ development institutions or similar organisations nationally, regionally and/or internationally.
• Experience in ethical frameworks, community engagement, or regulatory oversight, including work with ethics committees or review boards in the health, biotechnology, or public health sectors will be added advantage.

OR

• A Bachelor’s degree in Ethics, Sociology, Public Policy, Arts in Education, or related field, with a minimum relevant experience of four (4) years of working within multilateral/ development institutions or similar organisations nationally, regionally and/or internationally.
• Experience in ethical frameworks, community engagement, or regulatory oversight, including work with ethics committees or review boards in the health, biotechnology, or public health sectors will be added advantage.

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Required Skills and Competencies

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in administrative tasks, managing correspondence, data management, and record-keeping.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effective written and verbal exchanges, and the ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Member States, Regional Economic Communities, AU Institutions, and development concepts.
• Proficient organisational and administrative skills to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and project management software.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team, and to adapt to fast paste work environment.
• Proactive in taking initiative to support project activities and handling unforeseen challenges.
• Effective time management skills to meet tight deadlines and manage a variety of project demands.
• Skilled in providing comprehensive administrative support, including organising meetings, coordinating logistics, and managing documentation.
• Strong capacity for collaboration and coordination to facilitate smooth project implementation.
• Experience in designing and disseminating communication materials, particularly in the context of international development.

Education and Experience:

A Minimum of a High School Certificate and a College Diploma in General Administration, Developmental Studies, Office Administration, Management, Social Sciences, or a related field. Minimum five (5) years of progressive administrative or project support experience, including at least two (2) years in a similar role in national, regional, international, or multinational organisations.