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 city of Ethiopia.
The Commission of the
African Union invites applicants who are citizens of Member States to apply for
the post of Human Resources Officer within the Human Resources Division in
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
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Post
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Post title:
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Human Resources
Officer, Discipline and
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Counseling
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Post level:
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P2
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Unit:
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Human Resources Division
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Immediate
Supervisor:
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P3, Staff Development and Training
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Duty station:
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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Major duties and
responsibilities
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Under the overall
direction of the Head of Division Human Resources, the Human
Resources Policy Officer
will be responsible for the following duties:
Administration of
Justice
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Manages issues relating to the
administration of justice, staff perfromance evaluations, appeals and
disciplinary matters relating to disputes within the AUC.
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Serves as focal point in:
preparing the Organization’s responses to requests for comments related to
management evaluation and appeals, and other matters relating to the
administration of justice.
• Provides support to management on diverse substantive and
procedural questions of considerable complexity, which may include those
related to disciplinary matters, administration and management, and
institutions support.
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Performs extensive research and
analysis and prepares opinions, studies, briefs, reports, and correspondence;
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Human Resources Policy
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Provides advice to management
on interpretation and application of policies, and staff regulations and rules.
Reviews and provides advice on exceptions to policies, regulations and rules.
• Provides advice to management prior to administrative decisions,
as necessary.
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Prepares comments on draft amendments to the staff regulations
and rules & administrative issuances or amendments. Verifies consistency
with the existing staff regulations and rules; prepares analyses and
evaluations of human resources policies and practices.
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Supports development and
implements new human resources policies, practices and procedures to meet the
evolving needs of the AUC.
• Monitors and advises on the implementation of human resources
policies, practices and procedures.
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May represent the AUC in joint
bodies and working groups relating to human resources policy, administrative
law, conditions of service and related areas.
General
• Keeps
abreast of developments in various areas of human resources.
• Prepares reports and participates and/or leads special human
resources projects.
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Advises and counsels program
managers in respect of rights, responsibilities, code of conduct and
difficulties associated with work and entitlements related to performance
management of their staff.
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Monitors, advises and acts on
disciplinary matters in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Mediates conflict, grievance and harassment cases.
• Supports
the management in classification and other appeal cases.
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Qualifications and experience required
University
degree in human resources management, business or public administration,
employment law or related field. Advanced degree preferred. Certification such
as a Professional in Human Resources (Global) preferred.
4. Professional experience required
Minimum of
five years of progressively responsible experience in human resources
management, employee or labor relations, employment law or related area in a
competitive environment.
5. Other relevant skills Professionalism
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Knowledge of human resources
policies, practices and procedures and ability to apply them in an
organizational setting.
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Knowledge of the system of administration of justice and legal
underpinnings of human resources policy in the Organization.
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Ability to apply legal/policy
expertise to analyzing a diverse range of complex and unusual issues and
problems and in developing innovative and creative solutions in complex
administrative law cases.
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Strong analytical skills and
ability to conduct comprehensive legal research on a range of issues, including
those of a unique and/or
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complex nature; proficiency in legal writing and expression and
ability to prepare briefs, opinions, etc.
Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make
conclusions and recommendations.
• Demonstrates
professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and
efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is
motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when
faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful
situations.
• Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and
ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Experience in conflict and dispute resolution desirable.
Communication
• Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others,
correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately.
• Asks
questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication.
• Tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience;
demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Planning & Organizing
• Develops
clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies.
• Identifies
priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required.
• Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for
completing work.
• Works
well independently and keeps supervisors informed of progress; foresees risks
and allows for contingencies when planning.
• Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary.
• Uses time efficiently.
• Keeps managers informed of status of work and arranges
consultations as necessary.
Building Trust
• Places
confidence in colleagues, staff members and clients.
• Follows through on agreed upon actions.
• Treats sensitive or confidential information appropriately.
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Provides an environment in which others can talk and act without
fear of repercussion.
• Manages in a deliberate and predictable way.
• Operates with transparency - has no hidden agenda.
• Listens
well to all sides before drawing conclusions.
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Language requirement
Proficiency in one of the African Union
working languages (Arabic, English, French and Portuguese) is required.
Knowledge of one or
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more
of the other AU working languages would be an added advantage.
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Age
Candidates
must preferably be aged between 25 and 35 years.
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Tenure of appointment
The appointment will be made on a fixed term
contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months will
be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a
period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance.
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Gender Mainstreaming
The African Union Commission is an equal opportunities
employer. Qualified women are encouraged to apply.
10.
Remuneration:
Indicative basic salary of US$27,892.00 per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment (46% of
basic salary), Housing allowance ($14, 414.40 per annum), education allowance
(75% of tuition and other education related expenses for every eligible
dependent up to a maximum of US$7,800.00 per child per annum), etc for
internationally recruited staff of the Commission.
The applications must be made through the AUC
E-recruitment Website http://www.aucareers.org not later than 7th
January 2012.
Directorate of Administration and
Human Resource Management
African Union Commission
Addis Ababa (Ethiopia)
Human Resources Officer, Discipline and Counseling
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