African Union Jobs in Ethiopia - Director - Inter-african Bureau for Animal Resources Vacancies

African Union Jobs in Ethiopia - Director - Inter-african Bureau for Animal Resources 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.

Major Duties and responsibilities

Provide scientific, technical leadership and vision to IBAR in execution of its mandate;

Lead the development of policies, strategies and programmes consistent with AUC vision and
mandates, the AU Agenda 2063 and its flagships programmes namely the CAADP

Provide support for the implementation of policies, strategies and programmes in terms of advocacy,
coordination and guidance that contribute to effective implementation of relevant AU decisions

Liaise with other departments of the AU Commission as well as RECs, Member States and other relevant stakeholders to identify and promote synergies across initiatives and to ensure a coordinated
development and implementation of such programmes.

Provide leadership and oversee effective management of human, financial and materiel resources of
the institution

Build and strengthen strategic partnerships to harness technical and financial resources necessary for
effective implementation of policies, strategies and programmes.

Create and strengthen various forums for stakeholders consultations', exchange of experiences and
lessons

Oversee the publication and dissemination of scientific and technical papers to inform formulation and
implementation of evidence based and coherent policies strategies and programmes

Represent the Department of Rural Economy and Agriculture in AU missions as well as in taskforces/
committees and meetings

Educational qualifications and experience required:

Educational qualifications:

Candidates must have a minimum of a University Master’s Degree in veterinary medicine or animal science with
specialized post-graduate training in livestock or agricultural policy analysis and at least 12 year relevant experience,

out of which 7 years at managerial level;

PhD in veterinary medicine or animal science will be an added advantage. Additional qualifications in projects/
programme management in the rural development sector will also be an added advantage.

Candidates with a University Bachelor Degree in the relevant field must have at least 15 year relevant experience, out of which 5 years at managerial level.

Work experience:

Candidates must have at least 12 years of relevant experience in an International Organization, of which at least
7 years at managerial level;

Candidates with a University Bachelor Degree in the relevant field must have at least 15 year experience in an
International Organization out of which 5 years at a managerial level.

Skills and competencies required:

Functional Skills:

Effective leadership and decision making skills

Excellent strategic management skills including planning and organizing

Excellent communication skills
Personal Abilities:

Excellent report writing and presentation skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to organize and motivate others and to work in a multi-cultural
environment.

Ability to manage change with integrity, trustworthiness and confidence

Ability to work in a diversified team

Commitment to personal performance and self-development.

How to Apply

The applications must be made through the AUC E-recruitment Website not later than
27th 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 - Director - Inter-african Bureau for Animal Resources Vacancies

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