African Union Jobs in Ethiopia - Desktop Publisher Vacancies

African Union Jobs in Ethiopia - Desktop Publisher Vacancies


Job Title

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 in Addis Ababa, capital city of Ethiopia.

In seeking to achieve these objectives, the African Union intends to strengthen its capacity to deliver by, among others, the implementation of new organization structure and the filling of regular and short-term vacant posts.

The Commission of the African Union invites applicants who are citizens of Member States for the regular post of Desktop Publisher in the Directorate of Conference Management and Publications, Printing Unit of the African
Union Commission.

Reproduction Officer, the incumbent is required to perform the following
tasks:

  • Produce page layouts of documents for electronic or printed Publishing
  • Execute typographical composition using different types of softwares (Adobe Creative Suite, Corel,
    Page maker and Quark XPress; etc…)
  • Format and convert document from one type to another, prepare camera-ready/copy of AU Publications
    and non-publications jobs;
  • Keep records of jobs completed on daily basis and passes to pre-press Supervisor for print processing;
  • Ensure confidentiality of all documents where appropriate;
  • Advice on quality-control in production of documents/publications;
  • Operate and maintain clean Desktop Publishing equipment;
  • Carry out any other duties that may be assigned by the overall/immidiate supervisor.
    Tasks

    Qualification and work experience required

    Qualifications:

  • The incumbent must have a diploma in graphic art, graphic design, graphic communications, desktop
    publishing, graphic multimedia
  • Certificate on Adobe Creative Cloud Suite is an advantage.

    Professional experience required:

  • At least 2 years of experience in the field for diploma holders or 5 years experience in the field for
    holders of
    certificate in Desktop Publishing.
  • Experience with publication practices in printing industry is desirable.

    Other Relevant Competencies and Skills
  • Excellent computer literacy (Microsoft Office Suite, internet, desktop publishing and graphic software)
  • Excellent planning and organizational skills
  • Excellent technical and communication skills.
  • Excellent drafting and reporting skills;
  • Good knowledge of the workings of international organizations;
  • Capacity to work under pressure and in a multicultural environment;
  • Must be proactive in carrying out assigned duties
  • Must have good time management abilities
  • Expert judgment in approach to work and in selection of techniques/technologies and equipment;

    Language Requirement
  • Proficiency in one of the African Union working languages is mandatory.
  • Proficiency in two or more of the other
    working language(s) would be an advantage.

    How to Apply
  • The applications must be made through the AUC E-recruitment Website not later than
    30th May 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.

    Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a
    reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.

  • 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
  • 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
  • For more information and job application details, see; African Union Jobs in Ethiopia - Desktop Publisher Vacancies



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