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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 Organisation of African Unity (OAU, 1963-1999).

The main objectives of the OAU were to rid the continent of the remaining vestiges of colonization and apartheid, promote unity and solidarity among African States, coordinate and intensify cooperation for development, safeguard the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Member States, and promote international cooperation.

Individuals interested in the jobs at the African Union should review the details, requirements, and application process outlined below.

Administrative Assistant (ACERWC):

• Job Type: Full Time
• Required Qualification: BSC/HND/BA
• Category: Graduate Job | NGO
• Location: Nigeria | African
• Salary: US$ 15,758 Per Annum

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Job Details:

• 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 of Ethiopia. In seeking to achieve these objectives, the African Union invites applicants who are citizens of Member States for the post of Administrative Assistant at the Secretariat of the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACERWC/the Committee). 
• The ACERWC is a human rights organ of the AU with the mandate to promote and protect the rights and welfare of children in Africa.
• The Committee was established by the Organization of African Unity (OAU), now the African Union (AU), by virtue of Article 32 of the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (The African Children’s Charter) to monitor the implementation of the Charter.
• In view of the above background, the AU invites qualified and competent applicants who are citizens of Member States of the African Union with relevant skills, competencies and experiences to submit their applications for the position of Administrative Assistant at the Secretariat of the ACERWC based in Maseru, the Kingdom of Lesotho.
• The Administrative Assistant shall provide required support on administrative, clerical and office management matters to the Office of the Deputy Secretary of ACERWC and the Organ  at large and facilitate the smooth functioning of the ACERWC.

Main Functions

• Provide timely operational and administrative support 
• Assist in activity planning
• Prepare operational work schedules and follow up implementation  
• Coordinate and/or engage in technical assistance and/or logistical work
• Assist in the creation, improvement and maintenance of operational processes and systems
• Prepare office communication and draft reports.
• Handle communication at operational level and provide update 
• Assist in the compilation and maintenance of data and information for preparation, implementation and monitoring of budgets, activities etc

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Executive Office and Units of the ACERWC; 
• Undertake all administrative matters relating to the organisation of meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences organized under ACERWC at large, including securing and arranging meeting venues, compiling participants’ invitations and confirmation of attendance, arranging participants’ travel, and other administrative arrangements; 
• Organise all travel related to the work of ACERWC including fact finding missions, follow up missions and similar activities which require travel arrangements;
• Assist the Officers in the timely preparation of relevant papers and documents for meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences, and in the finalization of related reports; 
• Undertake administrative action related to the procurement of equipment and services including preparation of purchase orders, contracts for consultants, related payment requests, and monitoring and follow-up on such requests; 
• Liaise with partner agencies on relevant administrative and financial matters; 
• Draft and finalise correspondence, reports and documents and ensuring correctness of style and compliance with AU procedures and standards; 
• Organise both incoming and outgoing correspondence, including the establishment of a physical and electronic log/registry system and filing; 
• Manage correspondence for priority action, notification of deadlines and acting on routine matters; 
• Assist the office with the drafting of memorandum and letters 
• Arrange and maintain calendar of appointments and preparing travel plans for missions; 
• Maintain contact lists
• Perform other tasks as required. 

Job Requirements:

• A Diploma in Secretarial Science, Administration, Office Management or similar fields with at least three (3) years relevant work experience in a Government, private sector or international organisations;
  OR
• A Bachelor Degree in Secretarial Science, Administration, Office Management or similar / relevant fields of study, with at least two (2) years of relevant work experience in a Government, private sector or international organisations;
• Higher academic qualification will be an added advantage.
• Previous experience with an organization working on human rights issues, especially a child rights organization, at a regional, continental or international level, will be an added advantage.
• Relevant exposure to the work of the ACERWC and the African Union will be an advantage. 
• Experience in diplomatic institutions as well as work exposure at international level and within international development agencies 

Required Skills:

• Proven ability to use clear, concise language in correspondence as well as including content fitting for the purpose and audiences when preparing written briefs and reports;
• Attention to detail and ability to work effectively under pressure;
• Very good planning and organisational skills
• Excellent secretarial and office management skills; 
• Good communication, planning and negotiating skills; 
• Good knowledge of the workings of international organisations;
• Capacity to work under pressure and in a multicultural environment;
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills;
• Readiness to share information and knowledge at all times, drive for results and continuous improvement;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work autonomously and in a multi- cultural environment; 
• Readiness to work on flexible schedule 
• High level of autonomy at work, yet with profound team-spirit 
• Adaptive, Patient, resilient and flexible 
• Pro-active and solutions oriented 
• Ability to liaise with a diverse range of people and stakeholders; 
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Computer literacy and excellent ability to work using MS Word, MS
• Excel and MS PowerPoint, etc. Knowledge and experience in additional computer office applications and working tools will be an advantage. 
• Applicants must be proficient in one of the African Union working languages (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese or Spanish).
• English and French are the working languages commonly used in the context of ACERWC.
• Knowledge of one more or several other AU working languages would be an added advantage. 

Leadership Competencies:
Core Competencies:

• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Accountability awareness and Compliance
• Learning Orientation
• Communicating Clearly

Functional Competencies:

• Trouble shooting
• Job Knowledge and information sharing
• Task Focused
• Continuous Improvement Awareness

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

• Indicative basic salary of US$ 15,758.00 (GSA5 Step 1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment (57% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 16,813.44  (per annum), and education allowance (100% of tuition and other education-related expenses for every eligible dependent up to a maximum of US$ 10,000.00 per child per annum), for internationally recruited staff and a maximum of $3,300 per child per annum for locally recruited staff.

Tenure of Appointment:

• The appointment will be made on a regular term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months shall be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables.

Application Closing Date
24th December, 2025; 11:59 PM EAT.

Accounts Assistant (ACERWC):

• Job Type: Full Time
• Required Qualification: BSC/HND/BA
• Category: Graduate Job | NGO
• Location: Nigeria | African
• Salary: US$ 15,758 Per Annum

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Job Details

• 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 of Ethiopia.
• In seeking to achieve these objectives, the African Union invites applicants who are citizens of Member States for the post of Assistant Accountant at the Secretariat of the  African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACERWC/the Committee).
• The ACERWC is a human rights organ of the AU with the mandate to promote and protect the rights and welfare of children in Africa.
• The Committee was established by the Organization of African Unity (OAU), now the African Union (AU), by virtue of Article 32 of the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (The African Children’s Charter) to monitor the implementation of the Charter.
• In view of the above background, the AU invites qualified and competent applicants who are citizens of Member States of the African Union with relevant skills, competencies and experiences to submit their applications for the position of Assistant Accountant at the Secretariat of the ACERWC based in Maseru, the Kingdom of Lesotho.
• The Assistant Accountant shall provide required support on accounting, treasury and financial management functions within ACERWC.

Main Functions

• Provide timely support in area of expertise
• Assist in activity planning 
• Prepare operational work schedules and follow up implementation  
• Coordinate and/or engage in technical assistance in the area of expertise
• Assist in the creation, improvement and maintenance of operational processes  and systems
• Prepare office communication and draft reports.
• Handle communication at operational level and provide update 
• Assist in the compilation and maintenance of data and information for preparation, implementation and monitoring of budgets, activities etc

Specific Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of Financial Statements for audit 
• Assist in preparing Financial Reports and present for the supervisor’s consideration;
• Ensure that accurate and complete accounting, reporting and internal control systems are functioning and that all relevant records are maintained accurately; 
• Ensure proper handling and timely preparation of accounting documents (memo received, DV, AV etc.)
• Ensuring that all expenditures approved for payment have been provided in the approved budget; 
• Assists in the preparation of financial reports and assists in performance of various clerical duties;
• Work on settlement of Imprest, travel claims and other advances for Partners funded programmes;
• Take charge of ageing analysis of Imprest and travel claims on a regular basis to keep clean and up to date;
• Prepare responses to external and internal audit queries and assist in the implementation of audit findings
• Post journal entries into the SAP system and reconcile interoffice accounts;
• Analysing and uploading bank data onto the SAP Bank Module from prepared excel files;
• Preparation of Bank reconciliation reports;
• Investigate and follow up all outstanding items on statement reports of bank reconciliation;
• Follow up with internal and external audit reports related to any reconciliation issues raised in reports;
• Follow up periodic currency revaluation procedures on SAP system;
• Process and verify all bank payment and ensure that the accompanying supporting documents are complete and accurate;
• Process monthly payroll and related staff emoluments;
• Keep and update financial records of the office;
• Maintain updated Personnel data (staff contract, leave management, up-to-date personnel
• Maintain up to date files for service providers/contracts;
• Journalize monthly exchange and bank charges on the various payments effected through Foreign and Local bank accounts;
• Adjust the local bank balance at the end of each month;
• Assist the SFO in providing  advice on Financial and Administrative policies, their application and related procedures for the office in accordance with the Financial Rules and Regulations, Staff Regulation and Rules and various circulars;
• Take corrective actions in response to audits and other queries to ensure adherence to the Organization’s Financial Rules and Regulations, Staff Rules as well as administrative instructions and circulars;
• Assist to maintain and generate accurate financial records, in line with the approved accounting standards, guidelines, AU Financial Rules and Regulations;
• Maintain accounting databases by ensuring timely posting of transactions into the accounting software and processing necessary backups;
• Analyse all financial supporting documents received and ensure their proper filing;
• Ensure timely submission, collection and filing of all receipts from suppliers and service providers paid by the department;
• Safeguard of all vouchers including supporting documents for review by both internal and external auditors; Provide administrative support in accordance with the terms of reference of the Organ; 
• Perform other tasks as required. 

Job Requirement:

• A Diploma or Bachelor’s University Degree in Accounting or Finance from a recognized Institution with at least 3 (three) and two (2) years relevant work experience, preferably in an international organization setting.
• Higher qualification/Bachelor Degree level academic education is preferred.
• Professional accounting certification CPA, CIMA, ACCA preferred/desirable. 
• Work experience in SAP an added advantage

Required Skills:

• IPSAS knowledge is an added advantage
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to organize and to work in a multicultural environment.
• Excellent computer skills; Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer, etc.
• Good skills in planning and organization
• Ability to work in team 
• Applicants must be proficient in one of the African Union working languages (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese or Spanish). English and French are the working languages commonly used in the context of ACERWC. Knowledge of one more or several other AU working languages would be an added advantage. 

Leadership Competencies:
Core Competencies:

• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Accountability awareness and Compliance
• Learning Orientation
• Communicating Clearly

Functional Competencies:

• Trouble shooting
• Job Knowledge and information sharing
• Task Focused
• Continuous Improvement Awareness.

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

• Indicative basic salary of US$ 15,758.00 (GSA5 Step 1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment (57% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 16,813.44  (per annum), and education allowance (100% of tuition and other education-related expenses for every eligible dependent up to a maximum of US$ 10,000.00 per child per annum), for internationally recruited staff and a maximum of $3,300 per child per annum for locally recruited staff.

Tenure of Appointment:

• The appointment will be made on a regular term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months shall be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables.

Application Closing Date
26th December, 2025; 11:59 PM EAT.

Program Officer (AfCFTA):

• Job Type: Full Time
• Required Qualification: BSC/HND/BA
• Category: Graduate Job | NGO
• Location: Nigeria | African
• Salary: US$ 15,758 Per Annum

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Job Details:

• To provide technical support to the Private Sector Engagement Unit for the coordination of the various activities of the projects and programs in view of ensuring their successful implementation.

Main Functions

• Conduct follow-up on the activities, including monitoring and evaluating progress made in line with a predefined strategic plan. 
• Service meetings where issues of resource mobilization, capacity building, and programme management are discussed. 
• 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 respective organisation use. 
• Provide support 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 develops working relationships.
• Support the promotion of the activities of the Private Sectors Engagement Unit including preparing leaflets, guidelines and fact sheets. 
• Provide support in drafting reports and participate in the preparation of budget and work programmes related to the functioning of the Unit. 
• Provide technical support to internal and external stakeholders in relation to the activities of the Unit

Specific Responsibilities

• Conduct follow-up on the activities related to the implementation of the work plan and other management initiatives in the Unit. 
• Provide support in preparing Monitoring and Evaluation reports of the Unit’s work plans and Annual program budgets. 
• Prepare narrative reports. 
• Draft project proposals to Partners and assist in the implementation of those proposals once approved. 
• Provide support to the Senior Advisor on the Private Sector Engagement in the day to day operation, including participating in the coordination of substantive and administrative activities and preparing annual work plans and budget submissions; 
• Participate in the implementation of major Private Sector Engagement initiatives, including the preparation of written outputs (Concept Notes, issues papers, background documents, sections of reports and studies, etc.) 
• Provide support in the organization of workshops, seminars, colloquium and meetings and prepare reports;  
• Contributes to the implementation, monitoring and coordination of Private Sector Engagement projects and program in collaboration with the various stakeholders;  
• Perform other duty that will be assigned by the supervisor.

Jo Requirements:

• Candidates must have a university Bachelor’s Degree in International Trade, Economics, International Relations, Development Studies, Projects/Program Management or a related field with two (2) years of experience in a specific area of economic development, including program design, implementation, monitoring and coordination.

Required Skills:

• Ability to work in a multicultural environment; 
• Ability to work independently to meet critical and competing deadlines (multi-tasking), to produce high-quality work in short timeframes;
• Ability to analyse and research information
• Excellent interpersonal/teamwork skills;
• Must be computer literate with a working knowledge of common computer applications and systems; 
• Excellent drafting, reporting, communication and presentation skills;
• Strong program/project management skills;
• Strong analytical skills;
• Excellent planning and organising skills;
• Ability to liaise with a diverse range of people and stakeholders; and
• Proficiency in one of the African Union working languages (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, Spanish or Swahili). Knowledge of one more or several other working languages would be an added advantage.

Leadership Competencies:

• Strategic Insight
• Change Management
• Managing Risk

Core Competencies:

• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Accountability awareness and Compliance
• Learning Orientation:
• Communicating with Influence

Functional Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Job Knowledge and Information Sharing
• Drive for Results
• Continuous Improvement Focus

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$ 77,425.50 (P1 Step 5) inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US$ 59,850.19  inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff of the AfCFTA Secretariat.

Tenure of Appointment:

• The Appointment will be made on a fixed term contract for a period of one (1)/ two (2) year, of which the first six (6) months will be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract may be renewed up to two times based on positive performance assessment and subject to the availability of funds.

Application Closing Date
31st December, 2025; 11:59 PM UTC.