The African Union Development Agency invites applicants who are citizens of African Union Member States for the post of
Programme Officer - Ethics and Social Acceptance -
Integrated Vector Management Programme (IVM).
Required Skills and
Competencies
Strong understanding of ethical principles, particularly for emerging genetic technologies.
Demonstrated ability to strengthen the capacity of ethics committees and foster harmonization of review processes.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to navigate diverse cultural contexts.
Familiarity with WHO guidelines and African Union protocols on ethical oversight.
Experience designing and implementing stakeholder engagement strategies.
Proficiency in office software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and basic design tools.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and meet tight deadlines.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Experience in event coordination and logistical planning.
Ability to work independently and adapt to a fast-paced work environment.
Proficiency in one AU official language (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic), with fluency in another as an advantage.
Ability to work in a multicultural and multilingual environment.
Excellent presentation, report writing, and communication skills.
Education and
Experience
:
Master's degree in Ethics, Sociology, Public Policy, Arts in Education, or related field, with a minimum relevant experience of two (2) years of working within multilateral/ development institutions or similar organisations nationally, regionally and/or internationally.
Experience in ethical frameworks, community engagement, or regulatory oversight, including work with ethics committees or review boards in the health, biotechnology, or public health sectors will be added advantage.
OR
A Bachelor's degree in Ethics, Sociology, Public Policy, Arts in Education, or related field, with a minimum relevant experience of four (4) years of working within multilateral/ development institutions or similar organisations nationally, regionally and/or internationally.
Experience in ethical frameworks, community engagement, or regulatory oversight, including work with ethics committees or review boards in the health, biotechnology, or public health sectors will be added advantage.
Applications
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To apply, please submit the following:
A motivation letter stating reasons for seeking employment with the African Union Development Agency
A detailed and updated curriculum vitae (CV), not exceeding five (5) pages and indicating your nationality, age, and gender.
Three (3) referees with good knowledge of the candidate's work, furnishing full contact details, telephone, fax, and e-mail addresses.
Certified copies of degrees and diplomas.
Remuneration:
Indicative basic salary of US$35,044.83 per annum plus other entitlements e.g., Post Adjustment (57% of basic salary), Housing allowance ($21,832.88 per annum), gratuity (15% of gross salary) in conformity with the rules and procedures applicable to internationally recruited staff of the African Union.