Recruitment 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: Senior Sports Officer – Sports for Development (AUSC)

Requisition ID: 2841
Location: Yaoundé, Cameroun
Reports to: Coordinator
Directorate / Department: Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development
Division: AU Sports Council
Number of Direct Reports: 0
Number of Indirect Reports: 0
Job Grade: P3
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Regular

Purpose of Job

• Responsible for managing sports-for-development programs, using sport, physical education and physical activity as tools to achieve AU Agenda 2063 aspirations and to promote quality sports.

Main Functions

• Provide technical and intellectual support in the management of various elements related to the area of expertise
• Identify best practices and monitor effectiveness of the Office’s support to AU.
• Assist in the development of the strategies and business continuity plan and participate in/ensure their implementation
• Foster and ensure implementation of initiatives related to area of specialization;
• Assist in the organization of thematic networks, consultations and meetings on development cooperation and international relations.
• Develop materials and provide necessary training and support to Organization Units as required.
• Provide technical guidance on matters relating to system review and implementation project in area of specialization, as required.

Specific Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate robust programmes that advocate the use of sport, physical education, physical activity and recreation as a tool for inclusive socio-economic development to achieve AU Agenda 2063 aspirations.
• Promote inclusive participation and empowerment through sport, physical education, physical activity and recreation for youth, girls, women, people with disabilities and special needs, as well as vulnerable and marginalised groups.
• Promote development and mainstreaming of gender equality, inclusive, safeguarding, good governance and other policy frameworks in sports and alignment to the Policy for Sustainable Development of Sports in Africa.
• Lead in promoting the delivery of access to sustainable mass participation in physical activity, physical education, sport and recreation opportunities (sports-for-all).
• Coordinate the development and promotion of generic coach education and athletes’ development pathways to promote quality high performance sports in Africa.
• Oversee the coordination and development of required legal sports frameworks in Africa that protects the interests of athletes and sports development in Africa.
• Establish programmes and advocate for manufacturing of local sports equipment, sports entrepreneurship and job creation through sports.
• Perform any other duties as directed by the Coordinator.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Master’s Degree in a Sports Management, Sports Science, Physical Education, other sports related fields or Social Sciences, with a minimum of seven (7) years relevant work experience in (sports for development, sports management or administration, physical education or sports coaching), out of which three (3) years should be at expert level.
  OR
• Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management, Sports Science, Physical Education, other sports related fields or Social Sciences with a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant work experience in (sports for development, sports management or administration, physical education or sports coaching), out of which three (3) years should be at expert level.

Required Skills:

• Computer literacy and use of modern means of communication tools is desirable
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and analytical skills
• Ability to establish and maintain partnerships and to ensure high-level coordination and cooperation with stakeholders.

Leadership Competencies:

• Strategic Insight
• Change Management
• Managing Risk

Core Competencies:

• Building Relationship
• Accountable and Complies with Rules
• Learning Orientation
• Communicating with Influence

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$ 37,453.00 (P3 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment (48% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 18,396.00 (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
22nd December, 2025; 11:59 PM EAT.

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

Job Title: Director, Social Development, Culture and Sports

Requisition ID: 2844
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Reports to: Commissioner HHS
Directorate / Department / Organ: Health, Humanitarian Affairs & Social Development
Division : Social Development, Culture and Sports
Number of Direct Reports: 2
Number of Indirect Reports: 1
Job Grade: D1
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Regular

Purpose of Job

• To provide strategic leadership in planning, developing, and implementing strategic policies of the Directorate while promoting inter- directorate/department collaboration.

Main Functions

• Develops and maintains operating rules and procedures.
• Provides technical leadership and ensure efficient functioning of all Divisions within the department/directorate.
• Manages the work of the Department/Directorate and supervise direct reports to ensure their effective performance as per organization’s performance management policy and system.
• Leads the directorate/department and ensure effective management of personnel, budget, performance, quality, employee’s relations matters, and training in conformity with relevant organization’s applicable rules and procedures.
• Determines, develops and executes the overall strategy for the department and ensure alignment with organizational overall strategy.
• Designs and develops business continuity plan to address unforeseen circumstances.
• Develops and oversees policy development and guidelines according to the organizations legal framework.
• Designs policies consistent with the AU’s goal to address the pertinent issues in the relevant area.
• Manages risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Prepares and oversees integrated programmes projects of overall activities of the organization.
• Builds and maintains a strategic plan to form good working relations with another directorate/department.
• Develops and maintains regular working relations with top level stakeholders in appropriate agencies of Member States and partners.
• Organizes, coordination meetings between the organization and other relevant partners.
• Prepares periodic financial and budget execution reports and other reports.
• Oversees the collection of contributed funds to the organization.
• Initiates and takes necessary actions to collect funds of and for the African Union as a whole.
• Provides strategic, innovative, and operational leadership for the implementation of the programmes of the Department and ensure the departmental contribution to the overall AU Strategies and Vision.
• Proposes training programmes relating to programme designing and coordination.
• Promotes awareness and training of best practices in area of expertise.

Specific Responsibilities

• Provides technical guidance and supervise the preparation and formulation of appropriate programs, policies and strategies related to Social Development, labour, employment, migration, Culture, Sport, drug control and crime prevention etc.at the continental level and follow up on their implementation.
• Supervises the activities of the Specialized Agencies and Institutions of the African Union within the Department working in the areas of social development, labour, employment, sports, and culture.
• Facilitates interactions with the other Director within African Union including the Agencies and Institutions in charge of migration,
• Supervises the preparation and management of Ministerial Conferences and other relevant high-level meetings and engagements in the areas of the Directorate.
• Develops and promotes a rights-based approach framework for each thematic programme of work within the Department.
• Provides technical guidance in the analysis of problem situations and major trends, and harmonization of related development programmes and issues for the realization of an inclusive society where all human beings, including those in vulnerable situation- such as older persons, persons with disabilities including albinism, children, indigenous people- have an equal say and standing in Members States.
• Provides quality assurance in the programmes by ensuring that they meet the overall objective of the Department.
• Develops and maintains appropriate working relations with partners of the African Union, on social and development issues.
• Supervises, guides, and delegates Heads of Divisions in their duties, ensuring departments policies and guidelines are clearly communicated while assessing, managing, and resolving problematic developments and situations.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Master’s Degree in Sociology, Arts, Law, International studies, Public Administration or other related Human and Social Science studies.
• A minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in at least one of the following fields: social development, labour, employment, migration, culture, sport, drug control and crime prevention.
• Eight (8) and five (5) out of the total 15 years of experience should have been obtained at managerial and supervisory levels respectively.

Required Skills:

• Managerial skills
• Ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds and create an environment where diversity is respected.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with top level stakeholders.
• Ability to identify key strategic opportunities and risks.
• Ability to actively seek, identify and apply appropriate technology to improve program delivery.
• Ability to delegate the appropriate responsibility, accountability, and decision-making authority with regard to performance management and professional development.
• Proficiency in one of the AU working languages, fluency in another AU language is an added advantage

Leadership Competencies:

• Strategic Focus
• Developing Organizational Capability
• Change Leadership
• Strategic Risk Management

Core Competencies:

• Building Partnerships
• Drives Accountability Culture
• Learning Orientation
• Communicating with impact

Functional Competencies:

• Conceptual Thinking
• Job Knowledge Sharing
• Drive for Results
• Fosters Innovation.

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$ 78,138.00 (D1 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment (46% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 26,208.00 (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
8th January, 2026; 11:59 PM EAT.

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

Job Title: Accounts Assistant (ACERWC)

Requisition ID: 2885
Location: Maseru, Lesotho
Reports to: Senior Finance Officer
Directorate / Department / Organ: African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACERWC)
Number of Direct Reports: 1
Number of Indirect Reports: 1
Job Grade: GSA5
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Regular

Purpose of Job

• 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.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• 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.

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

Job Title: Administrative Assistant (ACERWC)

Requisition ID: 2886
Location: Maseru, Lesotho
Reports to: Deputy Executive Secretary
Directorate / Department / Organ: African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACERWC)
Number of Direct Reports: 0
Number of Indirect Reports: 0
Job Grade: GSA5
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Regular

Purpose of Job

• 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.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• 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.

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

Job Title: Cataloguer (PAP)

Requisition ID: 2881
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Reports to: Senior Library and Documentation Officer
Directorate / Department / Organ: Pan African Parliament (PAP)
Division: Committees, Research, Documentation and Library
Number of Direct Reports: 0
Number of Indirect Reports: 0
Job Grade: GSA5
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Regular

Purpose of Job

• To ensure timely, structured, and equitable access to high-quality information and knowledge resources that directly support the legislative, oversight, and representational functions of the Pan-African Parliament.
• The Cataloguer plays a central role in organizing and curating physical and digital collections, aligning them with the strategic priorities of the Parliament and the African Union.
• Through effective cataloguing, classification, indexing, and dissemination of resources, the role contributes to informed decision-making by Members of Parliament and enhances institutional memory, research capacity, and knowledge sharing across the PAP Secretariat and AU stakeholders.

Main Functions

• Develops the workplan to guide in implementation of the agreed upon activities.
• Searches, identifies, evaluates, and analyses the content and selects the information and knowledge resources.
• Compiles and prepares lists of selected resources.
• Liaises with Finance and Procurement on the acquisition selected resources
• Processes the resources by accessioning, registration, cataloguing, classification, indexing, and storage of the information resources.
• Reference and Circulation Services, circulates the resources by lending.
• Information and Knowledge Sharing through Current Awareness Service (CAS), Selective Dissemination of Information (SDI) and information repackaging for the Members.
• Develops Research Library policies.
• Ensures quality library work.

Specific Responsibilities
Collection Development and Acquisitions:

• Support the identification and selection of information resources aligned with the themes of PAP Committees and AU priorities.
• Assist in compiling acquisition lists based on internal consultations and catalogues.
• Liaise with Procurement and Finance units for quotations and processing of purchase requests.
• Receive and check incoming materials (purchased, subscribed, or donated), ensuring accuracy and basic quality.
• Coordinate with internal teams to collect PAP documents and relevant reports for library integration.

Processing of Library Materials:

• Perform preliminary processing of resources, including stamping, registering, and assigning accession numbers.
• Assist in cataloguing and classifying resources using established library standards and tools.
• Upload internal documents to the institutional repository and AU Knowledge Base.
• Support indexing and abstracting of internal publications and non-commercial resources.

Reference and Circulation Services:

• Facilitate the lending and return of library materials to Members and staff.
• Maintain records of borrowed materials and usage statistics.
• Organize and shelve resources for easy access.
• Provide basic assistance to users and refer complex inquiries when necessary.
• Participate in induction sessions for new staff and Members.

Information and Knowledge Sharing:

• Share relevant updates through Current Awareness Services (CAS) and Selective Dissemination of Information (SDI).
• Assist in preparing information summaries or packs upon user request.

Library Policies Support:

• Contribute to the implementation of existing library policies related to access, borrowing, and resource use.
• Provide input for updates to acquisition procedures under supervision

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• A minimum of College Diploma in Information Management, Library Science, Archiving, or related discipline with minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience
  Or
• Bachelor’s degree in information management, Library Science, Archiving, or related discipline with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience.

Required Skills:

• Communication skills, both written and oral communication. communication skills.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Analytical skills
• Research Skills
• Information Search Skills
• Knowledge of Integrated Library Management Systems and Databases.
• Good interpersonal skills
• User confidentiality (respect the privacy of users)
• Ability to work across business units / geographies and be cultural sensitive
• Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic, Spanish or Kiswahili), fluency in another AU language is 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
22nd December, 2025; 11:59 PM EAT.

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

Job Title: Sergeant-at-Arms (PAP)

Requisition ID: 2883
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Reports to: Deputy Clerk, Finance, Administration and Human Resources
Directorate / Department / Organ: Pan-African Parliament (PAP)
Division: Finance, Administration and Human Resources (FAHR)
Number of Direct Reports: 1
Number of Indirect Reports: 0
Job Grade: P3
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Regular

Purpose of Job

• The Serjeant-at-Arms is the chief law enforcement and security officer of the Parliament, responsible for maintaining order in the Plenary under the direction of the President.
• The role includes overseeing security, the parliamentary estate, and performing ceremonial duties such as leading official processions, escorting dignitaries, and announcing Heads of State.

Main Functions

• Ensures that Parliamentary Precinct Services serves the Members of Parliament, the people of Africa, visitors to the Parliament by protecting life and property; maintaining peace and order; providing functional accommodation and related services; providing transport services; and safeguarding the heritage and traditions of the Parliament.
• Supports the work of Members of Parliament in the Chamber, Committees, Caucuses, and outside the Seat of the Parliament through active participation on the PAP’s Management Team, which sets out the broad short- and long-range directions and policies governing the administration of the Parliament.
• Facilitates effective communication between the peoples of the continent and MPs in their various lines of business by providing the technical and administrative infrastructure for the PAP Parliamentary Press Gallery while ensuring that members of the Press properly observe the dignity and decorum appropriate to the House.
• Controls the Use of the Parliamentary Estate and manages demonstrations. On the recommendation of the South African Police Service (SAPS), take whatever action may be necessary to enforce law and order.

Specific Responsibilities
Security Leadership and Operational Oversight:

• Enforces security and order within the Chamber and across the Parliamentary precinct, ensuring the protection of Members, staff, dignitaries, and visitors.
• Maintains a visible security presence during all Parliamentary sittings and intervenes promptly in cases of disorder, as directed by the Presiding Officer.
• Develops, updates, and executes the Parliament-wide Security Plan, including contingency procedures, emergency evacuation protocols, and warden systems.
• Conducts environmental scanning and ensures compliance with the Host Country Agreement, particularly regarding national security obligations and support services.

Infrastructure and Estate Management:

• Oversees the planning, renovation, and maintenance of Parliament’s physical infrastructure to meet short- and long-term operational needs.
• Supervises office allocation, refurbishment works, and the preservation of heritage assets in accordance with institutional priorities.
• Manages transport services, accommodation logistics, and office facilities to ensure efficiency and functionality across the precinct.

Access Control and Circulation Management:

• Regulates access for Members, staff, and visitors, ensuring safe and unobstructed movement throughout the Parliament grounds.
• Allocates parking spaces and enforces on-site traffic regulations, in coordination with national law enforcement authorities (e.g., SAPS).
• Supervises ushering and gallery services, maintaining decorum and controlled entry during public and ceremonial sessions.

Ceremonial and Protocol Duties:

• Leads official processions during formal sessions and state ceremonies, carrying the Mace and escorting the President of the Pan-African Parliament.
• Upholds the traditions, privileges, and institutional symbolism of Parliament by ensuring ceremonial protocol is respected and consistently applied.
• Coordinates the reception and escort of high-level dignitaries and ensures the decorum of all official visits.

Strategic Risk and Emergency Management:

• Identifies and mitigates operational risks across the Parliamentary estate, aligning interventions with best practices in safety and security.
• Provides strategic guidance on crisis response, incident management, and infrastructure resilience, in line with AU and host country frameworks.

Administrative and Support Services Oversight:

• Directs administrative services related to logistics, correspondence, and Members’ support facilities to ensure seamless Parliamentary operations.
• Prepares reports, briefs, and recommendations on matters within the Office’s remit to advise the Clerk, Deputy Clerk, and President of Parliament.

Institutional Support:

• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the President of Parliament, the Clerk, or the Deputy Clerk in charge of Finance, Administration, and Human Resources, to support institutional objectives and operational continuity.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• A Master’s Degree in Administration or in the Social Sciences and a professional qualification in Security, Military, Police or Law Enforcement, with at least seven (7) years of relevant work experience in National Parliament, Court or similar organization, the Military or Police Services of which at least three (3) years at a supervisory level in security management and administration. Experience with the operations of Parliament is an added advantage.
  Or
• Bachelor’s Degree in the above-mentioned fields but with ten (10) years of relevant experience, at least three (3) of which should be at a supervisory level at National Parliament, Court or similar organization, the Military or the Police services. Experience with the operations of Parliament is an added advantage.

Required Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a demonstrated capacity to assess complex situations, identify risks, and develop practical and effective solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a high level of emotional intelligence, diplomacy, and the ability to build trust and collaborate effectively within multicultural and
  interdisciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion, particularly when managing sensitive or confidential matters; consistently demonstrates integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
• Experience engaging with high-level officials, including senior diplomats, political figures, and international executives, with tact and protocol awareness.
• Superior planning and organizational capabilities, with the ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously, and deliver under pressure.
• Leadership and delegation skills, including the ability to assign responsibilities effectively, foster
  accountability, and support the development and performance of team members.
• Excellent drafting and reporting skills, with the ability to prepare clear, concise, and context-sensitive reports, memos, and policy briefs.
• Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (English, French, Portuguese, Arabic, Spanish, or Kiswahili) is required; fluency in another AU language is a strong asset.

Leadership Competencies:

• Strategic Insight
• Change Management
• Managing Risk

Core Competencies:

• Building Relationship
• Accountable and Complies with Rules
• Learning Orientation
• Communicating with Influence

Functional Competencies:

• Conceptual Thinking
• Job Knowledge and Information Sharing
• Drive for Results
• Continuous Improvement Orientation

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$ 37,453.00 (P3 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment (57% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 21,832.68 (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
22nd December, 2025; 11:59 PM EAT.

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

Job Title: Head (Industry, Minerals and Innovation)

Requisition ID: 2753
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Reports to: Director of Industry, Mining, Entrepreneurship and Tourism
Directorate / Department: Economic Development, Trade, Tourism, Industry and Mining
Division: Industry, Innovation and Mining
Number of Direct Reports: 3
Number of Indirect Reports: 6
Job Grade: P5
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Regular

Purpose of Job

• To provide strategic leadership for the effective management of the Division of Industry, Innovation and Mining in order to achieve the objectives of the Division and the African Union.

Main Functions

• Supervise and manage employees of the Division with regard to organisation and performance evaluation;
• Design strategies and policies consistent with the Department’s goal in order to address the pertinent issues in the relevant area;
• Contribute to the development of the departmental business continuity plan and ensure implementation at division level;
• Ensure risk management and mitigation;
• Design and plan policy programs to achieve the strategies;
• Develop new and expand on existing activities as components of the strategies and policies;
• Address problems using the current approaches in the area of industry, innovation & minerals;
• Engage stakeholders within Members States and Regional Economic Communities (RECs) in designing and implementing strategies;
• Represent the African Union and explain its position at conferences.
• Mobilise from donors and partners, funding and resources to implement the Departmental strategies, programs and activities;
• Lead and monitor budget execution for the Division;
• Lead and monitor preparation of periodic financial and budget execution reports.

Specific Responsibilities

• Coordinate and harmonize implementation of policies and programs in the area of industry, innovation & minerals policy development across AU Member States, the RECs and other international organizations to ensure maximum impact of the African Industrial Development and Integration;
• Provide substantive support on industry, innovation and minerals issues to AU Policy Organs (such as the Specialized Technical Committee (STC) on Trade, Tourism, Industry and Minerals) by offering strategic advice, giving technical guidance and assisting in developing a consensus;
• Coordinate the implementation and evaluation of projects and programs in the areas of SMEs development, agro- industries, green industrialization, and eco-industrial parks within AU Member States & RECs;
• Develop policy proposals and recommendations that promote a conducive environment for industrial development and innovation in Africa;
• Lead the organizing of relevant conferences, workshops, seminars and meetings in the areas of Industry, Innovation and Minerals Policy development;
• Coordinate research in related field of work of the Division of Industry, Innovation and Minerals;
• Manage and supervise day-to-day activities of staff within the Division and responsible for staff performance appraisal;
• Responsible for annual budget preparation, execution and reporting;
• Lead preparation of periodic activity reports of the Division;
• Coordinate harmonization of industrial, Mineral and Innovation policy measures, strategies and regulatory frameworks on the continent in order to promote industrial development and growth;
• Lead the development of programs that support value addition by African industries in order to promote resource-based industrialization in Africa;
• Lead the development and implementation of programs aimed at promoting technology transfer, commercialization of industrial research, establishment of technical support and incubation centers for SMEs, Special Economic Zones and Industrial Parks;
• Promote and strengthens Quality infrastructure programs at continental, regional and national levels;
• Collaborate with relevant national, regional, continental and global institutions in the development of intellectual property rights (IPRs) and access to knowledge;
• Supervise the development of comprehensive programs to position Africa to benefit from digital economy and the 4th Industrial Revolution, encourage industrial competitiveness, monitor industrial performance and support the Start-ups through the establishment of an African Industrial Database;
• Provide technical support and advisory to Member states as well as other public and private organizations and institutions on the continent in dealing with industrial development and mineral resource development;
• Collaborate with other African Union Commission Departments undertaking related projects, programs and policies;
• Promote good working relationships and cooperation with relevant stakeholders and partners;
• Perform any other related duties that may be assigned.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Master’s Degree in Industrial Development, Economics, Business, Engineering or related field with twelve (12) years of relevant progressive work experience of which seven (7) years must be at managerial level and five (5) years at supervisory level;
• Experience in policy formulation will be an advantage.

Required Skills:

• A demonstrated ability to initiate and promote collaborative approaches between geographically and culturally disparate partners
• Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations both internally and externally
• Interpersonal and analytical skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to develop and delegate clear program goals, plans and actions, including budgets, that are consistent with agreed strategies
• Ability to effectively lead, supervise, mentor, develop and evaluate staff
• Proficiency in one of the AU working languages, fluency in another AU language is an added advantage

Leadership Competencies:

• Strategic Perspective
• Developing Others
• Change Management
• Managing Risk

Core Competencies:

• Building Relationship
• Communicating with impact
• Learning Orientation
• Foster Accountability Culture

Functional Competencies:

• Conceptual Thinking
• Drive for Results
• Fosters Innovation
• Job Knowledge Sharing.

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$ 50,746.00 (P5 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment (46% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 26,208.00 (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
10th December, 2025; 11:59 PM EAT.

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