JOB DESCRIPTION
NORCAP’s mission is to improve aid to protect and empower people affected by crises and climate change. With expertise in the humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding sectors, we collaborate with local, national, and international partners to find solutions that meet the needs of people at risk.
We do this by:
- Supporting humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding initiatives that protect and empower people
- Improving impact at the global and local level through joint projects with partners and stakeholders
- Providing expertise and developing capacity that enable partners to meet the needs of people in fragile situations and crises
- Strengthening the global system that we are part of through support for leadership, coordination, and policy development
- Building bridges between the humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding sectors
We are recruiting for an Administrative and Project Management Officer, for an Initial period of one (1) year, the first three (3) months of which shall be on probation. The assigned location will be Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The Administrative and Project Management Officer shall be responsible for providing administrative, logistics, project management, and Monitoring and evaluation support to the AU-UN-EU Tripartite project for the enhancement and operationalization of the African Union compliance and accountability framework with International Humanitarian and Human Rights Law (IHL/IHRL) and conduct and discipline in the AU PSOs (Hereinafter referred as the AU-UN-EU Tripartite Project).
African Union
The African Union (AU), established in 2002 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 fostering international cooperation. Its Headquarters is located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Only applicants from the AU member states will be considered.
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The position is located in the Peace Support Operations Division in the Conflict Management Directorate in the Commission of the African Union (AUC), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The position falls within the overall functions of the PSOD to plan, launch, direct, manage, sustain, and liquidate Peace Support Operations (PSOs) mandated by the Peace and Security Council of the AU (Council) – as well as to provide strategic support to authorized PSOs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Compliance Coordinator of the AUCF, the Administrative and Project Management Officer shall provide administrative, logistics, project management and Monitoring and evaluation support to the AU-UN-EU Tripartite project for the enhancement and operationalization of the African Union compliance and accountability framework with International Humanitarian and Human Rights Law (IHL/IHRL) and conduct and discipline in the AU PSOs (Hereinafter referred as the AU-UN-EU Tripartite Project) and perform the following main duties:
- Support the AUCF in the preparation of annual work plans, substantive outcomes, and results and monitor implementation progress.
- Support AUCF activities planning including but not limited to administrative and logistics issues.
- Support the preparation of project implementation reports; individual activities reports, minutes of meetings, and any other relevant reports.
- Support the preparation of activities and related expenditures with project partners for the implementation of annual work plans.
- Contribute to the preparation of periodic financial and budget execution reports and monitor budget execution at unit/division level.
- Coordinate with the UN counterpart on administration, finance, logistics, and project management within the Project Management Unit (PMU) on the management and daily facilitation of the project activities.
- Provide administrative and logistics support to the annual meeting of the High-Level Strategic Steering Committee (SSC) and the quarterly meetings of the Operational Technical Committee including the preparation of all relevant documents reports of meetings and monitoring the implementation of outcomes of the meetings.
- Support the continuous improvement in project management practices.
- Provide Monitoring and Evaluation support on the overall implementation of the project.
- Perform any other tasks as may be assigned by the direct supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
- Advanced University degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in policy, development, management, political science public administration, or other related fields. A first-level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted instead of an advanced university degree.
- Excellent teamwork, coordination, and representation skills. Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
Work Experience:
- Must have at least 2 years of progressive working experience in strategic and operational planning, and program management and evaluation.
- Working understanding of the AU PSO Compliance Framework is highly desirable as well as previous experience with African Union peace support operations.
Languages:
- Proficiency in English is a must.
- Knowledge of a second or all of the other AU working languages ( French, Arabic, Portuguese, and Spanish) would be an added advantage.
For more information about the project and expected outcomes, please see the Terms of Reference
The main competencies of a NORCAP Expert:
- Building working relationships
- Planning and organizing
- Adaptability
- Resilience
What we offer
- Rewarding work for a renowned global organization
- Access to a network of humanitarian, peace, and development professionals
- Join NORCAP’s team of experts and be considered for future assignments elsewhere
- A dedicated Staff Care Unit
How to apply
When submitting your application, kindly register in English your full employment history and education. Please include your full name as written in your passport. Uploaded CVs alone will not be reviewed.
NORCAP values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, or disability.
NORCAP reserves the right to conduct a full background check on shortlisted candidates
An approved Health Certificate will be required before contract commencement and assignment
Feedback will be given to all applicants within four weeks after the closing of this advertisement.
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Deadline: April 26, 2024