African Union recruits 01 Senior Internet Governance (Ig) Expert
External Publication of Job Posting 50654106
Job Posting Title : SENIOR INTERNET GOVERNANCE (IG) EXPERT
Start Date : 19.06.2019
End Date : 22.07.2019
Reference Code : IE /2019 / 03 / 03
Job Title : SENIOR INTERNET GOVERNANCE (IG) EXPERT
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, establishment of a coordination mechanism
and a knowledge sharing platform
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 SENIOR INTERNET GOVERNANCE (IG) EXPERT (Policy and Regulation Initiative for Digital Africa
– PRIDA) within the Department of Infrastructure and Energy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Department
1- Post:
Job title: Senior Internet Governance (IG) Expert
Post level: P3 Step 5
Supervisor: Head, Information Society Division
Department: Infrastructure and Energy
Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Number of Position: 1
Project
2- Job Purpose:
To provide technical expertise and project management support on the implementation of project output of the
PRIDA Initiative relating to Internet Governance capacity building.
Tasks
3- Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the general guidance of the Head, Information Society Division, the expert will provide the specific
expertise on the subject matter, and the support on elements needed to successfully carry out the project
activities. He/ She will be requested, among others, to:
• Assist with the daily project activities pertaining to the PRIDA Initiative;
• Provide the necessary support and insights for the efficient implementation of the proposed activities;
• Develop ToRs for national focal points;
• Prepare periodic reports and action plans when required;
• Assist with the preparation for the steering and technical committees’ meetings;
• Liaise and coordinate with various PRIDA stakeholders within and outside AUC departments;
• Liaise with National and Regional Internet Governance Forums (NIGFs, RIGFs) and Regional Economic
Communities (RECs) to identify priority topics and common issues;
• Provide insight on the assessment the existing Internet Governance (IG) situation, challenges and
needs in Africa;
• Organize Multi Stakeholder workshops at continental level to validate the assessment results;
• Organize validation workshop on the assessment;
• Contribute to the Development and validation of training content on IG;
• Follow up with National Trainers, RECs and Regional Trainers on the quality of the training;
• Organize continental, regional and national IG Training workshops for various stakeholders
(government, business, academia and civil society);
• Organize of Trainings for Diplomats;
• Support the building of sustainable internet governance Structure;
• Coordinate Grant support/ technical assistance to the selected national institutions for IG capacity
building;
• Support the establishment of national IGFs;
• Support the organization of annual African Academy on Internet Governance;
• Support the organization of regional IGFs;
• Support the organization of the AfIGF; and
• Perform any other duties assigned by supervisors
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.
e) Leadership: Capacity to develop proactive policies and strategies to accomplish objectives and drives
for change and improvement; ability to empower others to translate vision into results; ability to effectively lead,
supervise, mentor, develop and evaluate staff; ability to lead a team in interdisciplinary effort as well as
management and organizational skills are essential.
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.
• Ability to work in close cooperation with international stakeholders.
6- Interpersonal skills:
• Work planning and organization ability;
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills;
• Problem solving ability;
• Ability to establish and maintain excellent work relationships on all levels within a multicultural
environment;
• Conscientiousness with respect to Results and Quality, Sense of Responsibility.
7- Expected Deliverables
The high level results to be achieved by the Initiative, through the specific interventions by the project staff are
as follows:
Deliverable 1: Active participation of African stakeholders in global internet governance fora is strengthened and
coordinated;
Deliverable 2: The establishment of National Internet Governance Forum NIGF is promoted and enabled for
African Member States who do not have national IGFs;
Deliverable 3: Regional and continental (African) IGFs are strengthened;
Deliverable 4: Capacity of member states in negotiating regional and international Internet Governance related
policy and legal disputes is enhanced;
Deliverable 5: Capacity of various African stakeholder groups in Internet Governance matters is built.
8- Qualifications and Work Experience required:
A University Master’s Degree in Telecommunications/ICT or Computer Science or Regulation studies or similar
field, with Seven (7) years of relevant progressive work experience at a Specialist/Expertise level.
Or
a University Bachelor Degree in Telecommunications/ICT or Computer Science or Regulation studies or similar
field, with Twelve (12) years of relevant progressive work experience of which Seven (7) years should have
been at a Specialist/Expertise level.
• An extensive knowledge of the ICT policy and regulatory frameworks, especially in the African context
of Internet Governance Space;
• Knowledge of organization of National/Regional Internet Governance Initiative (NRI) will be required;
• Broad experience in requirements for setting up multi-stakeholder structures at national and regional
levels with specific focus on Africa and great understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the
continent will be an advantage;
• Prior project management expertise is essential;
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in the ICT including at least 5 in IG public policy and regulatory
area, with specific focus on institutional capacity building in the field of IG for various multi stakeholder groups;
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of and working experience with international stakeholders and
governments (especially in Africa);
• Good knowledge of AU will be an advantage;
• Prior or current affiliation with a reputable institution/organization in the Internet Governance space will
be an advantage
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$ 96,921.34 (P3 Step 5) per annum including all allowances for
internationally recruited staff and US$ 78,461.08 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