Technical Officer will also be responsible for facilitating the smooth running of the Director’s office, dealing with highly confidential and sensitive issues, analysing situations accurately, providing timely advice to enable the Director to take effective action.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist in the following up on the activities of the director’s, including work planning and schedules, monitoring and evaluating progress made in line with a predefined strategic plan.
• Suggest new and expand on existing policy areas for planned research.
• Contribute in conducting analysis and generate accurate reports in a timely manner for the Directorate and AU’s internal use.
• Assist in setting the overall research direction of a relevant policy area.
• Participate in the organisation of relevant meetings, congresses and conferences with stakeholders.
• Engage with relevant mid-level stakeholders and develop working relationships. Support the promotion of the activities of the Director’s office including preparing leaflets, guidelines and fact sheets.
• Assist in drafting reports and participate in the preparation of budget and work programmes related to the functioning of the Unit/Division.
• Provide technical support to internal and external stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS

Academic and Work Experience Requirements

• Education:  
  • Master’s degree in Humanitarian Studies or Public Health, or International Development, or Social Sciences, or Communication;
  • Initial training in human medicine is an asset.
• Language:  
  • Fluency in English is a requirement. Fluency in French is a high advantage.
  •  Knowledge of another language of the African Union Commission is an asset.
• Work Experience:  
  • At least two (2) years of post-graduate professional experience in a relevant field, with experience and interest in international humanitarian development. Preferred experience in a similar Special Assistant position, with direct exposure to the highest levels of the organization, advanced writing and analytical skills, and strong relationship management skills.  
  • Experience working with the African Union Commission will be considered an asset.