African Union Head of Partnership and International Cooperation Jobs 2024 – Ethiopia NGO Jobs

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African Union Head of Partnership and International Cooperation Jobs 2024 – Ethiopia NGO Jobs.

African Union Ethiopia looking for “Head of Partnership and International Cooperation”.

Applicants with a Master’s Degree may apply on or before 23rd May, 2024.

The African Union (AU) is a continental union consisting of 55 member states located on the continent of Africa. The AU was announced in the Sirte Declaration in Sirte, Libya, on 9 September 1999, calling for the establishment of the African Union. The bloc was founded on 26 May 2001 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and launched on 9 July 2002 in Durban, South Africa. The intention of the AU was to replace the Organization of African Unity (OAU), established on 25 May 1963 in Addis Ababa by 32 signatory governments; the OAU was disbanded on 9 July 2002.

The African Union has published a job vacancy announcement on 02nd May, 2024 for qualified Ethiopia’s to fill in the vacant post of Head of Partnership and International Cooperation to be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

African Union Job Vacancy 2024

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Partnership Development: Identifies potential partners, assesses their suitability, and initiates collaboration with those partners who are aligned with Africa CDC’s goals and objectives;
  • Relationship Management: Responsible for maintaining strong relationships with existing partners, ensuring that their needs and expectations are met, and that they are kept informed of the Africa CDC’s progress and impact;
  • Collaboration and Coordination: Works closely with other divisions within Africa CDC to identify areas where partnerships can be leveraged to support Africa CDC’s goals and objectives. This involves collaborating with other teams to develop joint initiatives and programs;
  • Communication: Communicates effectively with partners and donors to build trust and confidence in Africa CDC’s work. This includes regular updates on progress, impact, and future plans;
  • Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitors the effectiveness of partnerships and resource mobilization efforts to ensure that they are aligned with Africa CDC’s strategic objectives and goals. This involves tracking performance metrics, assessing impact, and adjusting as necessary.
  • Develop and implements strategies to secure resources and support from partners and donors. This includes developing proposals, making presentations, and negotiating contracts;
  • Advocate for the mobilization of increased resources and technical assistance by the international donor community to support Africa CDC mandate, raising awareness and commitment for ensuring the effective incorporation of responses in bilateral and multilateral development assistance policies;
  • Plan, oversee and coordinate the implementation of the division’s objectives and its mainstreaming into continental, regional and national development plans.
  • Provide technical and intellectual support in the management of various partnerships relevant for Africa CDC mission.
  • Identify best practices and monitor effectiveness of the division’s support to AU.
  • Foster and ensure implementation of large-scale and long-term initiatives related to Strategic Partnerships;
  • Provide ongoing technical guidance, policy advice and assistance to the Regional Economic Communities and African Union Member States;
  • Develop, in collaboration with key stakeholders, key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor programme and activities within the division, and make recommendations for improving the effectiveness and efficiency of programme implementation;
  • Undertake periodic field missions to monitor and assess programme implementation and progress, and to ensure compliance with operational procedures (results and logical frameworks);
  • Coordinate and provide substantive support to the development of programme and grant proposals, and resource mobilization.
  • Promote the harmonization and alignment of donor assistance to national strategies and priorities
  • Supervise staff and provide guidance and supervision to national and regional focal points, on the basis of agreed upon biennial plans.

Position in Organization:

  • Position Name: Head of Partnership and International Cooperation
  • Reports to: Head, Partnerships and International Cooperation
  • Directorate/Department/Organ: Africa CDC
  • Number of Direct Reports: 0
  • Number of Indirect Reports: 0
  • Job Grade: P5
  • Number of Positions: 1
  • Contract Type: Fixed Term
  • Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Minimum Requirement:

Education:

  • A Masters university degree in Development studies, Public Health/Health Systems Management, International Relations, Strategic Management Public Policy or International Development or a related field is required.

Experience:

  • Twelve (12) years of relevant work experience with a minimum of seven (7) and five (5) years’ experience in a managerial and supervisory role (s) respectively.
  • Experience in planning, managing offices, project management, programs and portfolios;
  • Experience with successfully interacting with stakeholders and decision-makers in technical and other professional settings.

Language:

  • Proficiency in one of the AU working languages is required (English, French, Arabic, Kiswahili, Portuguese or Spanish). Fluency in English and knowledge of any additional language is an added advantage.

How to Apply African Union Head of Partnership and International Cooperation Jobs 2024

Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.

Then to apply, go to https://jobs.au.int/Africa%20CDC/job/Addis-Ababa-Head-of-Partnership-&-International-Cooperation-%28AfCDC%29/793201802/

The Closing Date: 23rd May, 2024.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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