African Union recruits 01 Project Assistant
External Publication of Job Posting 50654080
Job Posting Title : PROJECT ASSISTANT (PRIDA)
Start Date : 19.06.2019
End Date : 22.07.2019
Reference Code : IE /2019 / 02 / 03
Job Title : PROJECT ASSISTANT (PRIDA)
Organization
The African Union, established as a unique Pan African continental body, is charged with spearheading Africa’s
rapid integration and sustainable development by promoting unity, solidarity, cohesion and cooperation among
the peoples of Africa and African States as well as developing a New Partnership worldwide. Its Headquarters is
located at Addis Ababa, capital city of Ethiopia.
Member States of the African Union are experiencing specific challenges facing their ICT sector, namely in the
following areas:
• Harmonization of measurable policy, legal and regulatory frameworks; and
• Internet Governance capacity development
In response to the above, the African Union Commission with the support of EU, has initiated the
implementation of the Policy and Regulation Initiative for Digital Africa (PRIDA). The PRIDA initiative aims to
support and facilitate the following projects/ outputs:
i. Harmonization of policies, legal and regulatory frameworks, coordination mechanism and knowledge
sharing
ii. Capacity Building on Internet Governance: Content development and trainings
In seeking to achieve these objectives, the African Union intends to strengthen its capacity to deliver, by
amongst others, the implementation of new organization structure and the filling of all vacant posts.
The Commission of the African Union invites applicants who are citizens of Member States to apply for the
position of Project Assistant (Policy and Regulation Initiative for Digital Africa – PRIDA within the within the
Department of Infrastructure and Energy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Department
1- Post:
Job title: Project Assistant (Policy and Regulation Initiative for Digital Africa – PRIDA)
Post level: GSA5 Step 5
Supervisor: Head, Information Society Division
Department: Infrastructure and Energy
Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Number of Position: 2
Project
2- Job Purpose:
iii. To provide technical expertise and project management support on the implementation of project output
of the PRIDA Initiative relating to harmonization of measurable policy, legal and regulatory frameworks as well
as Capacity Building activities on Internet Governance
Tasks
3- Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the general guidance of the Head, Information Society Division, the Project Assistant will be requested,
among others, to:
• Assist in the organization of the PRIDA Initiative workshops and meetings
• Support the organization of Steering and Technical Committees of the Project
• Follow up on procurement related to the PRIDA Initiative
• Writing meeting minutes and reports
• Liaising with relevant AUC departments on issues related to the PRIDA Initiative
• Support the implementation of the PRIDA Initiative activities
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
4- Required Skills and Competencies
a) Professionalism: The incumbent is required to possess a high degree of competence in both
substantive and managerial matters related to the post. The incumbent must possess a demonstrated ability to
initiate and promote collaborative approaches and implementing joint activities by geographically and culturally
disparate partners.
b) Communication: Effective communication skills (spoken, written, and presentational), including ability to
defend and explain difficult issues and positions to staff and senior officials; Strong conceptual skills and
openness to information sharing.
c) Teamwork: Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations both internally
and externally in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity, including
gender balance.
d) Planning and Organization: Ability to develop clear program goals that are consistent with agreed
strategies; Ability to identify priority activities and to appropriately delegate, monitor and adjust plans and
actions.
5- Other relevant skills:
• Excellent drafting and reporting skills;
• Excellent presentation skills, both orally and in writing;
• Great computer skills
• Knowledge of the African Union ecosystem is desirable.
• Problem solving ability;
• Conscientiousness with respect to Results and Quality, Sense of Responsibility.
5. Expected Deliverables
• Project meeting minutes and reports
• Well organized STCs
• Timely procurement related to the PRIDA Initiative
• Well organized PRIDA workshops and meetings
• Adequate support to the PRIDA Initiative
6. Qualifications and Work Experience required:
A Degree in Technology or related field, with one year (1) year of relevant work experience.
1. Language Requirement:
Proficiency in at least one of the African Union working languages (English, French, Arabic, Portuguese);
knowledge of other working languages would be an added advantage.
2. Tenure of Appointment:
The appointment will be made on a fixed term contract for a period of two (2) years, of which the first Six (6)
months will be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract could be renewed for annually
subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.
3. Gender Mainstreaming:
The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
4. Remuneration:
Indicative salary for this position is US$ 55,174.63 (GSA 5 Step 5) per annum including all allowances for
internationally recruited staff and US$ 22,656.97 for locally recruited staff of the African Union Commission.
• Attach detailed and updated curriculum vitae/resume including three (3) referees with good knowledge.
Of candidate’s work, please, provide referees’ contact details – telephone and e-mail addresses.
• Copy of valid passport.
• Certified copies of educational qualifications – degrees, diplomas and certificates, where applicable (Not
4. More than 5 Documents in PDF Format, and not exceeding 1 MB).
• Please be aware that only complete applications will be considered.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
How to apply
Applications must be made through the AUC E-recruitment Website
http://www.aucareers.org no later than 22 July 2019.
Applications are pre-screened by the system according to the published requirements of the job opening on the
basis of the information provided in the application. In relation to the requirements of the job opening, applicants
must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their qualifications, including their education, work
experience, and language skills. Each applicant must bear in mind that submission of incomplete or inaccurate
applications may render that applicant ineligible for consideration for the job opening. Initial screening and
evaluation of applications will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted. Applications cannot be
amended following submission. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a
reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Directorate of Administration and Human Resource Management
African Union Commission
Contract Type
Fixed Term Contract
Employment Fraction
Full-time
Branch
Headquaters