Knowledge Management Officer , African Union - InterAfrican Bureau for Animal Resources

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.

In seeking to achieve this objective, the African Union intends to strengthen its capacity to deliver through, among others, the implementation of a new organizational structure and the filling of the vacant project position ofKnowledge Management Officer in the Inter-African Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) in Nairobi, Kenya. The Inter-African Bureau for Animal Health Resources (AU-IBAR) is a specialized technical office of the Department of Rural Economy and Agriculture (DREA) of the African Union Commission (AUC). AU-IBAR’s mandate is to support and coordinate the utilization of livestock, fisheries and wildlife as resources for both human wellbeing and economic development in the Member States of the African Union (AU).

The Commission of the African Union invites citizens of Member States to apply for the below specified position at the Inter-African Bureau for Animal Resources in Nairobi, Kenya.

Post

Job Title: Knowledge Management Officer
Grade: P3, Step 5
Operational Supervisor: Information Systems Manager, AU-IBAR
Duty Station: AU-IBAR: Nairobi, Kenya
Department: Rural Economy and Agriculture

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the incumbent shall include the following:

1. Provide strategic guidance to the Knowledge Management Programme of
   AU-IBAR.
2. Work closely with the communication expert, information systems officer, the webmaster and projects and programmes unit (PPU) to develop and/or update the information, communication and knowledge management strategy based on AU-IBAR's strategic plan.
3. 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.
   4. promote collaborative tools that facilitate sharing of ideas, information and knowledge such as the Intranet, outlook etc.
4. Facilitate the sharing of experiences and knowledge as well as learning through the nurturing and management of Discussion Groups, Fora, Communities of Practice and training activities.
5. 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.
6. Develop and manage animal resources knowledge base products such as compendia, directories, databases etc.
7. Help to disseminate information and share knowledge widely among AU-IBAR's target groups such as through publications, knowledge fairs and exhibitions.
8. Work closely with the Webmaster and the Communication Expert to maintain and improve the AU-IBAR web site.
9. Monitor and evaluate knowledge sharing within AU-IBAR
10. Monitor and evaluate knowledge sharing among and between member states of AUC and RECs and support them in advancing knowledge management practices in general.

Educational Qualification Required

Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Knowledge Management, Communication or other related field. A PhD degree preferably in knowledge management and/or development Communication will be an advantage. Knowledge of relevant computer applications including Communication IT tools is mandatory

Work Experience Required

Experience in Development communication activities, media relation, advocacy management, organization of focus groups, public communication and social mobilization:

1. Familiarity with developing and delivering development Communication and knowledge management programmes;
2. Experience in developing and delivering knowledge sharing programmes with and for different stakeholders and partner organisations;
3. Experience in data collection, collation, analysis as well as the generation and presentation of information at regional or international level;
4. Experience in the animal sciences sector would be an added advantage;
5. At least five years of progressive experience in areas of knowledge management preferably within a knowledge-based organization.

Other Relevant Skills

• Professionalism: Demonstrated technical knowledge and analytical skills related to knowledge management. High standards of personal integrity and professional work skills.
• Leadership: Ability to influence a team of professionals from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds.
• Planning and organizing: Ability to plan and organize work within a project and ability to make timely decisions.
• Communication: Effective written, oral and presentation skills, particularly the ability to present information in a concise yet accurate manner; ability to develop consensus among people with varying points of view.
• Teamwork: Good networker with the ability to maintain a positive and fruitful dialogue and relationship with the main institutions operating on the continent.
• Computer literacy: Working knowledge of data analysis; SAP ERP System, etc.

Language Requirement

Proficiency in one of the African Union working languages is a must. Knowledge of one or several other working languages is an added advantage.

Tenure of Appointment

The appointment will be made on a short term contract for a period of eleven (11) months, of which the first three months will be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be renewed subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

Gender Mainstreaming

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

Remuneration

The salary attached to the position is an annual lump-sum of US$84,477.46 inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US$70,613.43 inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff

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

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications must be made through the AUC E-recruitment Website http://www.aucareers.org not later than 01 April 2015.