AU-IBAR Knowledge Management Programme Officer

The African Union Interafrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) aims to provide leadership in the development of animal resources for Africa. By supporting and empowering the African Union member states and the Regional Economic Communities (RECs).

AU-IBAR's vision is of an Africa free from hunger and poverty in which animal resources make a significant contribution within the global arena.

Founded in 1951 to study the epidemiological situation and fight rinderpest in Africa, AU-IBAR's mandate covers all aspects of animal resources, including livestock, fisheries and wildlife, across the entire African continent, but fills a unique and strategic niche by working at continental and regional levels, with the RECs being key partners.

For the implementation of its strategic plan 2010-2014, AU-IBAR seeks the services of a Knowledge Management Programme Officer to oversee the implementation of its knowledge management programme and to help champion the sharing of animal resources knowledge and information.

Post

Post title: Knowledge Management Programme Officer

Post level: P3 Step 5

Duty station: AU-IBAR, Nairobi, Kenya

Major duties and responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Chief animal Health Officer, the Knowledge Management Programme Officer will:

• Provide leadership and strategic guidance to the Knowledge Management Programme of AU-IBAR.
• Work closely with the Communication Expert and Information Systems Officer to develop an information, communication and knowledge management strategy based on AU-IBAR's strategic plan.
• Promote knowledge sharing through AU-IBAR's business processes and systems through:

1. the development and management of the Animal Resources Knowledge Portal;
2. the modernisation of the library through digitization and development of an online catalogue;
3. the development of an e-repository of the AU-IBAR archive.

• Promote collaborative tools that facilitate sharing of ideas, information and knowledge such as the Intranet.
• Facilitate the sharing of experiences and knowledge as well as learning through the nurturing and management of Discussion Groups, Forums, Communities of Practice and training activities.
• Help to capture and document new information and knowledge on animal resources in Africa such as the documenting of lessons learnt and best practices and success stories.
• Develop and manage animal resources knowledge base products such as compendia, directories, databases etc.
• Help to disseminate information and share knowledge widely among AU-IBAR's target groups such as through publications, knowledge fairs and exhibitions.
• Work closely with the Webmaster and the Communication Expert to maintain and improve the AU-IBAR web site.
• Monitor and evaluate knowledge sharing within AU-IBAR.

Educational qualifications

An advanced degree (MSc) in preferably Knowledge Management, Communication, or Information sciences.

Work experience

• Familiarity with developing and delivering knowledge management programmes;
• Experience in developing and delivering knowledge sharing programmes with and for different stakeholders and partner organisations;
• Experience in data collection, collation, analysis as well as the generation and presentation of information at regional or internal level;
• Experience in the animal sciences sector would be an added advantage;
• At least seven years of progressive experience in areas of knowledge management – preferably within a knowledge-based organization similar to AU-IBAR.

Other relevant skills

• Self-starter and results oriented;
• Team player;
• Excellent communication and writing skills;
• Analytical thinking;
• Excellent command of the English language;
• Knowledge of other AU languages would be an added advantage;
• Good networker with the ability to maintain a positive and fruitful dialogue and relationship with the main institutions operating on the continent;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• High standards of personal integrity and professional work skills.

Language requirement

Proficiency in one of the African Union working languages is a requirement. Knowledge of one or more of the other AU working languages would be an added advantage.

Age requirement

Must be preferably between the age of 30 and 45 years.

Tenure of Appointment

The initial appointment will be for 11 months including a 3 months probation period. Contract extension will be subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

Gender Mainstreaming

The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Remuneration

The lump-sum salary attached to this position is an annual lump-sum of USD 81,397.62 inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and USD 67,533.59 inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff.

Applications must be made through the AUC E-recruitment Website www.aucareers.org not later than 10th September 2012.

Directorate of Administration and Human Resource Management
African Union Commission
Addis Ababa (Ethiopia)