Vacancies at African Union (AU)

Vacancies at African Union (AU)

The African Union (AU) is a continental body consisting of the 55 member states that make up the countries of the African Continent. It was officially launched in 2002 as a successor to the Organization of African Unity (OAU, 1963-1999). We are an Integrated, Prosperous and Peaceful Africa, driven by its own citizens and representing a dynamic force in the global arena.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: AVoHC Rapid Responder – Microbiologist / Medical Laboratory Expert

Requisition ID: 2558
Location: Nigeria
Directorate / Department / Organ: Africa CDC
Division: Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR)
Job Grade: Rapid Responder
Number of Positions: 125
Contract Type: Volunteer

Purpose of Job

• The Africa CDC seeks to recruit a national and citizen of any Member State of the African Union to be a roster member of the African Volunteers Health Corps.
• This is not recruitment for employment but volunteer service for Africa CDC.
• The potential AVoHC Volunteers candidates are those who have experience in Public Health Management, social and behavioural science, epidemiology, communication, Infection Prevention and Control, laboratory, mental health, etc., from Africa Union Member States.
• The potential applicants are encouraged to be fully employed and willing to volunteer for the skills and competencies any time requested by Africa CDC.

Main Functions

• In the context of the Africa CDC Public Health Emergency Incident Management System (IMS), at the different levels, the microbiologist shall provide laboratory expertise in a team responsible for the delivery of diagnostic, scientific and technical microbiology while on deployment in MS.
• S/he will ensure delivery of diagnostic assays as well as delivering training to local staff or conducting outbreak related research.

Specific Responsibilities
The Laboratory Expert shall perform the following major duties and responsibilities:

• Conduct routine laboratory tests for specific infectious diseases in collaboration with the host MS
• Design and conduct training and capacity building on different laboratory techniques
• Develop and implement standard protocols (Guidelines, SOP’s, manuals, etc.) to strengthen infectious diseases laboratory detection capacity
• Ensure biosafety and biosecurity measures are in place and implemented
• Facilitate trainings on laboratory tests and related issues in collaboration with other agencies and sectors
• Ensure standardization of the laboratories including accreditation
• Involve in outbreak response efforts through collection of samples, and undertaking laboratory investigations
• Maintain appropriate sample storage, testing and disposal and biosafety and biosecurity measures
• Strengthen laboratory information management system
• Responsible for ensuring procurement of all necessary laboratory equipment’s and supplies.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Medical laboratory (microbiology, virology, medical biology) science or other relevant field from recognized university with 2 years (for master holder) or 5 years (for Bachelor holders) relevant work experience.

Knowledge and experience:

• Experience of molecular biology (including real time PCR), serology (including ELISA and IFA) and bacteriology.
• Experience in leading microbiology-based research projects or diagnostic laboratories.
• Experience in public health emergency response as part of national rapid response team.

Required Skills
Functional Skills:

• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Ability to prepare and process laboratory samples using established protocols.
• Ability to monitor and/or maintain quality control standards.
• Records maintenance skills.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Knowledge of laboratory and experimental protocols and procedures.
• Ability to utilize, calibrate, configure and/or troubleshoot laboratory testing systems and instruments.
• Ability to isolate and identify specimens using advanced laboratory techniques and equipment.
• Knowledge of sterile procedures.

Personal Abilities:

• Ability to work under pressure, stay on track and meet deadlines
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proven ability to produce precise and intelligible reports and office briefs in line with the requirements of the Africa CDC.
• Able to operate in a multicultural environment
• High level of autonomy at work, yet with profound team-spirit
• Adaptive, patient, resourceful, resilient and flexible
• Pro-active and solutions oriented
• Knowledge of results-based management.

Tenure of Appointment:

• The AVoHC Team Members will be deployed on on-call basis, based on the incident. The Africa CDC will determine the duration of deployment in consultation with member state authorities.

Gender Mainstreaming:

• The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Renumeration
This is call for AVoHC membership. Successful applicants are not entitled to any monetary incentives during membership.  However, during assignment, deployed experts will have rights to the following:

• Economic class round-trip ticks and other travel related expenses
• Health insurance during the deployment period
• Stipend , communications, Incidentals and Risk allowance
• Accommodation allowance in case of deployment outside of the city of residence
• Certificate of recognition of your contribution at the end of deployment.

Application Closing Date
3rd February, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• Only candidates who meet all job requirements and are selected for interviews will be contacted.
• Consideration will be given only to those candidates who have submitted a fully completed online application with a curriculum vitae (CV), an African passport, and the required academic qualifications, such as Diplomas, Bachelor’s degrees, Master’s degrees and any relevant certificate in line with the area of expertise.
• The African Union is an equal opportunity employer, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Candidates from less represented countries within the African Union are strongly encouraged to apply for positions that fit their profiles.
• These countries include Algeria, Angola, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Comoros, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Namibia, Niger, Sahrawi D.R., Sao Tome and Principe., Seychelles, Somalia and Tunisia.

Job Title: Assistant Finance Officer (ERM)

Location: Addis Ababa – Ethiopia
Reports to: Head of External Resources Management
Directorate/Department/Organ: Finance
Division: External Resources Management (ERM)
Number of Direct Reports:
Number of Indirect Reports:
Job Grade: P1
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Fixed Term

Purpose of Job

• The Assistant Finance Officer is responsible for the day-to-day financial management of the European Commission (EC) funded projects implemented by the African Union Commission. Ensure the financial management of the projects in an effective and efficient manner and completing the activities as per the requirements of the AUC and the EC, within the agreed due dates.

Main Function

• To provide operational support to strengthen financial management of the Projects

Specific Responsibilities

• Manage EC Project funds and provide overall financial oversight over the utilization of the funds;
• Monitor the performance of fund flow mechanisms of the Project and ensure that timely replenishments are made to implementing offices and the required funds are received;
• Ensure that payments are made as per the budget allocated for each project and expenditure category;
• Ensure compliance with the EC Financial Management Policies and applicable African Union financial rules;
• Ensure that all reconciliations (bank and fund) are done on monthly basis and reports are produced on the same;
• Maintain strong internal control over disbursements and accounting for the funds;
• Track and maintain records of accounts payable, accounts receivable and commitments under the project.
• Prepare the project financial management reports, including quarterly financial reports and submit them to EC;
• Coordinate EC Project external and internal audits and ensure the audit reports are submitted as per the deadline.
• Prepare responses to audit queries and assist in the implementation of rectification measures for audit findings;
• Closely work with the Senior Finance Officer to ensure the financial management activities of the projects is functioning well.
• Perform any other duties as may be required from time to time.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field with 2 years of relevant work experience in a national or international organization.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite
• Management experience and excellent interpersonal skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability both orally and in writing
• Excellent report writing and presentation
• Sound planning and organizational skills
• Conscientious in observing deadlines and achieving results
• Proficiency in one of the AU working languages, fluency in another AU language is an added advantage.

Leadership Competencies:

• Strategic Insight
• Managing Risk

Core Competencies:

• Building Relationship
• Foster Accountability Culture

Functional Competencies:

• Job Knowledge Sharing
• Continuous Improvement Orientation
• Trouble shooting
• Task Focused.

Tenure of Appointment:

• The Appointment will be made on a fixed term contract for a period of one (1) year, of which the first three (3) months will be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract may be renewed for a similar period subject to funding availability, satisfactory performance and agreed deliverables.

Gender Mainstreaming:

• The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Languages:

• Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese, and Spanish) is mandatory and fluency in another AU language is an added advantage.

Remuneration
The salary attached to the position is an annual lump-sum of US $ 75,024.13  (P1 Step 5) inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US$  56,563.87 inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff of the African Union Commission.

Application Closing Date
28th February, 2025, 11h59 p.m. EAT.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• The requirements and responsibilities contained in this job description do not create a contract of employment and are not meant to be all-inclusive. It may be changed by the role manager during employment on an as-needed basis.
• Only candidates who have met all the requirements of the post and have been selected for interview will be contacted.
• Only applications registered online with a complete curriculum vitae (CV) attached will be considered.
• The Africa union is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Consideration will be given only to those candidates who have submitted a fully completed online application with a curriculum vitae (CV), an African passport, and the required academic qualifications, such as Diplomas (Bac+2), Bachelor’s degrees (Bac+3), Master’s degrees (Bac+5) and any relevant certificate in line with the area of expertise.
• The African Union is an equal opportunity employer, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Candidates from less represented countries within the African Union are strongly encouraged to apply for positions that fit their profiles.
• These countries include Algeria, Angola, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Comoros, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Namibia, Niger, Sahrawi D.R., Sao Tome and Principe., Seychelles, Somalia and Tunisia.

Job Title: Finance Officer (PSF)

Location: Addis Ababa – Ethiopia
Reports to: Head of Peace and Security Finance Unit
Directorate/Department/Organ: Finance
Division: Peace and Security Finance Unit
Number of Direct Reports: 4
Number of Indirect Reports: 0
Job Grade: P2
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Fixed Term

Purpose of Job

• To provide technical support in financial management, accounting, administrative and treasury services in order to meet legislative requirements and support AU operations.

Main Functions

• Provides support in the preparation and Implement the programmes developed out of the Division’s strategic plan;
• Ensures effective coordination and implementation at various levels;
• Liaise with Member States, Regional Economic Communities (RECs) and other stakeholders including on relevant matters;
• Prepares and develops reports, budget and work programmes related to the functioning of the Division;
• Provides support to develop resource mobilization strategy with stakeholder’s coordination;
• Manages and supervises employees under his/her supervision with regard to organization and performance evaluation;
• Conducts complex analysis and generate accurate reports in a timely manner for the Division and AU’s internal use;
• Liaise with the various Departments/Units of the Commission for coordination and alignment purposes;
• Prepares budgets for the Division in accordance with relevant frameworks. Support the promotion of the activities of the Division including preparing leaflets, guidelines and fact sheets as may be required;
• Actively contribute in the development of strategies, policies, programmes and plans.

Specific Responsibilities

• Ensures that accurate and complete accounting, reporting and internal control systems are functioning and that all relevant records are maintained accurately
• Prepares financial management reports to track performance against budget and report the results to management
• Maintains a financial reporting calendar and ensure timely preparation of all financial reports
• Provides advice and ensure compliance with Financial Rules and Regulations and other determined Financial Policies
• Ensures accounting records are correct and reliable; including and not limited to timely bank reconciliations, maintenance of open items, timely processing of travel financial transactions, clearance of purchase requisitions and purchase order balances.
• Ensures compliance with financial internal controls, and ensure that transactions are processed and assets managed in accordance with AUC Financial Rules and Regulations
• Prepares monthly/annual accounts closure, including bank reconciliations and submission of timely and accurate reports to management
• In close coordination with the supervisor, support the preparation and review of donor financial reports, and endorse such reports before submission to donors
• Ensures monthly and yearly closing as well as any other periodic accounting-related processes are executed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assists, prepares or consolidates year-end financial statements for inclusion in the AUC Annual Financial Statements to be audited and provide advice, financial interpretations and corrective actions in response to audits and other queries to ensure adherence to the AUC Financial Rules and Regulations.
• Promotes best practices, transparency, accountability and appropriate working systems
• Plans, coordinate, and supervise the work of the Assistant Accountants;
• Performs any other financial related duties as may be assigned by supervisors
• Maintains the accounts payable and accounts receivable systems in order to ensure complete and accurate records.
• Maintains appropriate financial information systems and accounting records based on the generally accepted accounting principles and international accounting standards;
• Keeps accurate financial records;
• Defines requirements and works with systems units with respect to production of relevant financial reports. Review and deal appropriately with accounts receivable. Take timely action in closing projects financially in the system;
• Coordinates, reviews and endorses responses to audit queries from internal and external audits and ensure the implementation of accounting audit recommendations;
• Supervises the preparation of financial reports, monitoring and supervising expenditures with respect to approved budgets and work plans;
• Monitors, analyses, and approves transactions for entry into the accounting system;
• Analyzes accounts and review/evaluate extra budgetary financial reports. Identifies problem transactions and irregularities in related accounts, resolving them in a timely and effective manner;
• Provides hands on support for efficient and effective financial, budget, and fund management process;
• Answers inquires of related to finance issues to various stakeholders;
• Produces regular financial reports as required or requested;
• Collects and analyze financial data in such areas as forecasting, budgeting, cost reduction analysis.