AU Director- Inter-african Bureau for Animal Resources - Jobs in Ethiopia
AU Director- Inter-african Bureau for Animal Resources - Jobs in Ethiopia
Job TitleThe 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 are located in Addis Ababa, capital city of Ethiopia.
In seeking to achieve its objectives, the African Union intends to strengthen its capacity to deliver, by amongst
others, the implementation of its organizational structure and the filling of all vacant posts.
The Commission of the African Union invites applicants who are citizens of Member States for the position of
Director, Inter-African Bureau for Animal Resources (IBAR) in the Department of Rural Economy and Agriculture
(DREA).
Job Purpose:
Project
Develop strategic initiatives and programs which are effectively implemented to contribute towards the
achievement of AU mandates, roles and strategies,
Develop and facilitate mechanisms to enhance capacity for evidence based planning, implementation,
monitoring and evaluation,
Strengthen capacity in terms of skills development, and streamlining/enhancement of organizations,
networks, and systems,
Develop and strengthen effective partnerships with relevant development institutions and stakeholders,
Develop an effective strategy for advocacy, broaden support for developed initiatives, and mobilize
resources for implementation of programs,
Ensure that the human, financial and material resources at the disposal of the division are efficiently
and effectively managed to deliver the intended results
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.
Language Requirements:
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.
How to Apply
Applications must be made through the AUC E-recruitment Website no later than 27th May 2019.
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
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.
For more information and job application details, see; AU Director- Inter-african Bureau for Animal Resources - Jobs in Ethiopia
