PROGRAM OFFICER - East African Community

The East African Community (EAC) has received funding for implementation of the African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA) Support Programme from the European Union through the African Union. The funding is supporting the EAC Liaison Office at AU, the development and establishment of an EAC Early Warning system and Mediation capacity as well as the support of other peace and security activities.

The Secretariat intends to use part of the funds to recruit a Program Officer for the purpose of strengthening the EAC Liaison Office at the AU Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified citizens of East African Community (Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda) for the following position tenable at the AU Commission Secretariat in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia:

POST OF PROGRAM OFFICER (1 POST)

– (REF: EAC/HR/2012/35)


Grade: Consolidated Salary equivalent to P2 EAC Staff Grade

Department: Peace and Security

Reports to: EAC/AU Liaison Officer

Duration of Contract: 32 Months Fixed Term (Non-Established)

Station: AU Commission Secretariat in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia



Main purpose of the job

Assist the EAC/AU Liaison Officer in day-to-day activities in implementing the African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA) Support Programme.

Duties and responsibilities

1.1 Assist the Office of the Liaison Officer in the implementation of daily activities

1.2 Prepare reports and other technical documents as necessary

1.3 Participate in the ongoing initiatives towards the African Union Continental Integration Agenda

1.4 Arrange facilitate meetings between the Liaison officer AU Departments and Development Partner with interest in EAC.

1.5 Liaise with Contact persons at EAC in identifying key stakeholders in the region in the relevant fields with the view of building their capacity and enhancing their respective roles;

1.6 Participate in meetings with or on behalf of EAC/Liaison officer including building networks and sustain good working relations with regional institutions of interest.

1.7 Build and maintain contacts with established partners and key international and regional bodies including the AU, UNECA, NEPAD among others.

Qualifications and experience:

Minimum of a first degree or equivalent in political studies, Economics, Business/Public Administration from a recognized University with preferably a Postgraduate Diploma, MA in the relevant fields. Specialized training in Military Strategic Studies, Peace and security, and International relations studies is an added advantage.

Minimum 3 years of working experience at senior professional level with Government or intergovernmental organizations in the EAC Region, preferably in the area of Office Administration and Human Resources Management

Skills and Competencies:

Report writing and project development skills.Team player with capability to work with multi disciplinary and multi nationality professionals. Ability to work under minimum supervision and when necessary to put in long hours of work. Proficiency in the use of office computer programs including Word, Excel, Power point, access and internet, as well as good communication skills.

Should preferably bea holder of a valid Driving License

Knowledge of other AU languages like French, Portuguese, Arabic and Kiswahili will be an added advantage.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

This is a non-established position supported by donor funds whose contract terms and conditions are limited to the availability of funding.

The above position will be subjected to the EAC quota system.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should submit their applications by registered mail, courier service, e-mail or dispatch together with Curriculum Vitae, copies of both academic and professional certificates and testimonials, names and addresses of three referees, and day time telephone contact to:

The Secretary General

East African Community

P.o Box 1096

Arusha - Tanzania.

Fax No: 007 27 2502455/2504481

E-mail: vacancies@eachq.org

To be received not later than 4th May 2012.

Female Candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

The East African Community will only respond to those candidates who meet its requirements.