Communications Public Relations Jobs at African Union


Deadline of this Job: 
24 October 2022

JOB DETAILS:
Sub-Editor of Debates (PAP)
Location: SouthAfrica, SouthAfrica
Organization: African Union

AU Values
• Respect for Diversity and Team Work
• Think Africa Above all
• Transparency and Accountability
• Integrity and Impartiality
• Efficiency and Professionalism
• Information and Knowledge Sharing

Organization Information
Reports to: Deputy Clerk – Editor of Debates
Directorate/Department : Legislative Business
Division : Plenary, Hansard, Interpretation and Documentation
Number of Direct Reports: 1
Number of Indirect Reports: 2
Job Grade: P2
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Regular
Location: Midrand, South Africa

Purpose of Job
To provide technical support in managing the delivery of a complete, accurate and prompt report of the proceedings of the Pan-African Parliament and advise on information and communication technology solutions to ensure the Hansard Unit is efficient, cost-effective and consistent in producing high standard work.

Main Functions
• Supervises and coordinates the activities of the Hansard Reporters during Sessions of Parliament.
• Coordinates the activities of the transcription room.
• Supports preparation of the Division budget and work plan
• Prepares periodic reports

Specific Responsibilities

• Assists in the transcription, checking, editing and proof reading and indexing of Meeting the expectations of Members of Parliament and the public in the production and publication of the daily verbatim of the proceedings and maintaining the unique professional standards required of the parliamentary record.
• Assists in the transcription, checking, editing and proof reading and indexing of the Hansard and Committee Reports.
• Ensures that proceedings are transcribed accurately and submitted on time to the Hansard Editor.
• Assists in the preparation of periodic reports of the Hansard Unit.
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned. Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities, Social Sciences or Media and Communication, preferably with a language background, from a recognized university, with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience or a Master’s Degree or equivalent with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in Publishing for Parliament in all or any of the 4 Languages of the African Union (English, French, Portuguese and Arabic) is required.

Required Skills

• Possess highly developed editorial, grammatical and comprehension skills,
• Knowledge of the principles of the system of parliamentary democracy as practised at the Pan-African Parliament and the national and regional parliaments.
• Result orientation skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic) and fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage
• Experience in reporting, editing, proofreading, typesetting applications such as Word, Publisher, Excel and internet research and email communication is required. Work experience in the Hansard Unit of a national or regional parliament would be an added advantage.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Insight..
• Developing Others..
• Change Management..
• Managing Risk:

Core Competencies
• Teamwork and Collaboration..
• Foster Accountability Culture
• Learning Orientation..
• Communicating with Influence:

Functional Competencies
• Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Job Knowledge and information sharing...
• Drive for Results
• Continuous Improvement Orientation ….

Tenure Of Appointment:

The appointment will be made on a regular term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months shall be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables.

Gender Mainstreaming:

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

Languages:
Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish) and fluency in another AU language is an added advantage

Remuneration:

Indicative basic salary of US$ 31,073.00 (P2 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment (57% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 21,832.68 (per annum), and education allowance (100% of tuition and other education-related expenses for every eligible dependent up to a maximum of US$ 10,000.00 per child per annum), for internationally recruited staff and a maximum of $3,300 per child per annum for locally recruited staff.



Senior Media and Communications Officer (PAP) job at African Union
Deadline of this Job: 24 October 2022

JOB DETAILS:
Senior Media and Communications Officer (PAP)
Location: SouthAfrica, SouthAfrica
Organization: African Union

AU Values
• Respect for Diversity and Team Work
• Think Africa Above all
• Transparency and Accountability
• Integrity and Impartiality
• Efficiency and Professionalism
• Information and Knowledge Sharing

Organization Information

Reports to: Head of Administration and Human Resources
Directorate/Department : Finance, Administration and Human Resources (FAHR)
Division : Communication and IT Unit
Number of Direct Reports: 1
Number of Indirect Reports: 0
Job Grade: P3
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Regular
Location: Midrand, South Africa

Purpose of Job
To provide strategic communication guidance to build a good image of the Pan-African Parliament and promote increased visibility of its objectives and activities.

Main Functions

• Develops, reviews and implements the PAP communication and branding strategies.
• Manages the Communication and Media Unit’s Work Programme and Budget.
• Builds and promotes a good image of the Pan-African Parliament in alignment to the AU Agenda 2063.
• Spearheads advocacy and public campaigns continent-wide in favor of the PAP’s vision, mission and strategic plan and for the purpose of popularizing the PAP within Africa and in the world.
• Organizes and presides over media briefings and other speaking engagements at local and international events.
• Organizes media interviews for the Bureau, Members of the Pan African Parliament, and occasionally for the Clerk of Parliament.
• Develops and maintains networks with National and International partners, all National Parliaments of the African Union Member States and Heads of media institutions, etc.
• Regularly monitors communication efforts to ensure maximum return on investment.
• Manages the PAP website.
• Develops and supervises the implementation of the PAP social media strategy.
• Drafts speeches and position papers for the PAP Secretariat Management.
• Produces Media Plans and Press Releases.
• Manages the Broadcasting facility and supervises the Broadcast Team.

Specific Responsibilities

• Implements and manages a communication strategy to advance PAP objectives and initiatives.
• Provides strategic guidance on the communication activities of PAP including coordination, advocacy and communication strategies, planning and implementation.
• Develops and disseminates holistic messages targeted to different stakeholders.
• Works closely with the Bureau Office, Information Technology, AU Directorate of Information & Communication, the PAP Webmaster and Committee Clerks to develop and/or update the information, communication and knowledge management strategy based on PAP’s strategic plan.
• Develops materials to compellingly communicate evidence and lead new approaches to creates and distributes multi-media content including the use of social media;
• Drafts all external communications and keeps the PAP website updated.
• Initiates and/or sustains professional relationship with key stakeholders/constituencies.
• Drafts development partner engagement plan including development of communication materials and a relationship development plan to meet with and engage development partners.
• Participates in the Crisis Management Group as the media expert and contributes to developing media strategies in response to crises that have a potential to impact our brand and reputation.
• Works with Committee Clerks, Goodwill Ambassadors, PAP International Relations Office and the Policy Officer, Resource Mobilization Officer to identify highest-priority areas requiring funding support to communicate to development partners
• Works with Regional and National Parliaments to develop materials to compellingly communicate the work and achievements of the PAP.
• Provides communications support to PAP statutory and non-statutory meetings including special events/workshops/meetings and conferences.
• Provides editorial advice, statements and replies to frequently asked questions for Senior Management and Parliamentarians.
• Monitors events and analyzes documents to identify trends, opportunities and risks and prepare appropriate PAP action plans or responses. Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience
• A Master’s degree or its equivalent in Communications, Journalism, Broadcasting, Public and Media Relations or related field, with a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant work experience in the area of corporate communication, journalism, advocacy with at least three (3) years at a supervisory level in an international organisation.

OR

• A Bachelor’s degree in the above-mentioned fields with ten (10) years of experience and at least three (3) at a supervisory level in an international organisation.

Required Skills
• The successful candidate is expected to be creative and have the ability to interact harmoniously and effectively in a multi-cultural environment with colleagues from diverse disciplines, perspectives, countries and cultures.
• Possess excellent interpersonal, networking, negotiation and communication skills.
• He/she must have the ability to make objective decisions and resolve problems, exercising the highest sense of responsibility in the handling of confidential and sensitive issues.
• Ability to contribute to strategic thinking with a view to improving media and communication services to all PAP stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure, setting priorities and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Have skills and experience in the production and distribution of printed publications as well as audio-visual and e-content development.
• High ethical standards, integrity and a deep sense of fairness.
• Good knowledge of the African Union system.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Insight..
• Developing Others..
• Change Management..
• Managing Risk..

Core Competencies
• Teamwork and Collaboration..
• Foster Accountability Culture..
• Learning Orientation..
• Communicating with Influence:

Functional Competencies

• Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Job Knowledge and information sharing..
• Drive for Results

Tenure Of Appointment:
The appointment will be made on a regular term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months shall be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables.

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

Languages:

Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish) and fluency in another AU language is an added advantage



Deadline of this Job: 24 October 2022

JOB DETAILS:
Senior International Relations Officer (PAP)
Location: SouthAfrica, SouthAfrica
Organization: African Union

AU Values
• Respect for Diversity and Team Work
• Think Africa Above all
• Transparency and Accountability
• Integrity and Impartiality
• Efficiency and Professionalism
• Information and Knowledge Sharing

Organization Information
Reports to: Clerk of Parliament
Directorate/Department : Office of the Clerk
Division : International Relations Unit
Number of Direct Reports: 1
Number of Indirect Reports: 0
Job Grade: P3
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Regular
Location: Midrand, South Africa

Purpose of Job
To ensure the development of cooperation strategies, facilitates communication between PAP and external stakeholders, promoting a positive and collaborative relationship.

Main Functions

• Advises on issues of external, diplomatic and international nature.
• Acts as contact point in the communication of PAP with the international community.
• Regularly scans the environment to monitor developments in the external world that have an impact on PAP’s operations.
• Collates and prepares reports on matters of relations and cooperation.
• Ensures that report of Resource mobilisation efforts in the PAP is submitted timely to Management.

Specific Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, promoting and maintaining good relations between PAP and the international and regional community, including national and regional parliaments, development organisations, national governments, development partners, the private sector and non-governmental organisations.
• Facilitates the implementation of PAP’s headquarters agreement with the host country.
• Negotiates and lobbies on behalf of PAP in areas of cooperation and mobilisation of both human and financial resources.
• Facilitates the development and maintenance of database with contact details of PAP Development partners and stakeholders.
• Promotes positive image and objective understanding of work and activities of PAP.
• Supervises the function of Resource MobilisationPerforms any other duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor • Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience
• A Master’s Degree in International Relations/Diplomacy or Public Administration with seven (7) years relevant work experience, of which, at least three (3) should be at supervisory level in an international organization.

OR
• A Bachelor’s Degree in the above-mentioned fields but with ten (10) years of experience, at least three (3) of which should be at supervisory level in an international organisation.
Candidates are expected to be familiar with the operations of Parliaments.

Required Skills

• Interpersonal skills, a teamwork orientation and ability to interact harmoniously and effectively in a multi-cultural environment with colleagues from diverse disciplines, perspectives, countries and cultures.
• Ability to make objective decisions and resolve problems, exercising the highest sense of responsibility in the handling of confidential and sensitive issues in a reasonable and mature manner.
• Diplomatic skills and the ability to generate innovative, practical solutions to challenging situations, with tact and emotional maturity without losing composure.
• High ethical standards, integrity and a deep sense of fairness
• Proficiency in one of the African Union working languages, knowledge of other working languages would be an added advantage.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Insight ....
• Developing others ....
• Change Management....
• Managing Risk...

Core Competencies
• Building Relationships
• Foster Accountability Culture....
• .Learning Orientation
• Communicating with Influence...
• Functional Competencies
• Conceptual thinking ....
• Job Knowledge Sharing;
• Drive for Results
• Continuous Improvement Orientation ….

Tenure Of Appointment:

The appointment will be made on a regular term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months shall be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables.

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

Languages:

Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish) and fluency in another AU language is an added advantage

Remuneration:

Indicative basic salary of US$ 37,453.00 (P3 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment (57% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 21,832.68 (per annum), and education allowance (100% of tuition and other education-related expenses for every eligible dependent up to a maximum of US$ 10,000.00 per child per annum), for internationally recruited staff and a maximum of $3,300 per child per annum for locally recruited staff.