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.
In seeking to achieve these objectives, the African Union intends to strengthen its capacity to deliver, by amongst others, the implementation of its organization structure and the filling of all vacant posts.
The Commission of the African Union invites applicants who are citizens of Member States for the post of Policy Officer (Trade), Department of Trade and Industry.
Post: Policy Officer, Trade
Grade: P2
Unit: Trade and Industry Department
Supervisor: Senior Policy Officer, Trade
Duty station: Addis Ababa
Major duties and Responsibilities
In seeking to achieve these objectives, the African Union intends to strengthen its capacity to deliver, by amongst others, the implementation of its organization structure and the filling of all vacant posts.
The Commission of the African Union invites applicants who are citizens of Member States for the post of Policy Officer (Trade), Department of Trade and Industry.
Post: Policy Officer, Trade
Grade: P2
Unit: Trade and Industry Department
Supervisor: Senior Policy Officer, Trade
Duty station: Addis Ababa
Major duties and Responsibilities
- To recommend policy proposals, plans of action and programs on general trade issues, particularly trade liberalization and trade policy review for Member States, RECs national, regional and continental levels and AU;
- To monitor and report on the implementation of AU program activities in Trade;
- To carry out policy analysis in the field of trade promotion, particularly with regard to policies and programs of RECs, and the regional specialized institutions;
- To initiate policy papers for the Conference of Ministers of Trade and other policy organs of the African Union;
- Assist in organizing trade fairs;
- Initiate proposals on issues at stake in multilateral trade negotiations;
- Perform any other duty as may be assigned.
Educational requirements
- Candidate should have at least a Degree in Economics or Business Administration.
Working experience
Candidates must have at least five (5) years of relevant working experience in Trade Policy of a Member State or REC, of which at least three (3) years should be at management level in the area or international and regional matters.
Other relevant skills
Candidates must have at least five (5) years of relevant working experience in Trade Policy of a Member State or REC, of which at least three (3) years should be at management level in the area or international and regional matters.
Other relevant skills
- Computer literacy
- Working knowledge of policy analysis
- Management experience, excellent interpersonal skills and ability to organize and motivate others and to work in a multi-cultural environment
- Excellent drafting and reporting skills
- Good communication and negotiating skills
- Good planning and organization skills.
Language Requirement:
- Proficiency in one of the African Union working languages.
- Knowledge of other working languages would be an added advantage.
Age Requirement: Candidates must preferable be between 25 and 35 years old.
Tenure of Appointment: The appointment will be made on fixed term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months be consider as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance.
Gender Mainstreaming: The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application:
To apply, please submit the following:
Tenure of Appointment: The appointment will be made on fixed term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months be consider as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance.
Gender Mainstreaming: The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application:
To apply, please submit the following:
- A letter stating reasons for seeking employment with the Au Commission;
- A detailed and updated CV, indicating nationality, age and gender;
- Names and contact details (including e-mail, address) of three references;
- Certified copies of Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates.
Applications must be received not later than 21 May 2010 and should be addresses to:
Director of Administration & Human Resource Development
P. O .Box 3243
Addis Ababa (Ethiopia)
Fax: 00251-11-5525840/5510430
E-mail: au-recruits @ africa-union.org
