Senior Policy Officer, Economic and Commercial Cooperation

Core responsibilities:

• Follow up on AU-China cooperation on political, peace, security, economic, and commercial matters, including coordination on multilateralism, counterterrorism, and economic policy dialogue
• Serve as liaison point for the Group of African Ambassadors in China and support coordination of African Group efforts on implementing FOCAC outcomes and AU Agenda 2063
• Manage day-to-day cooperation with China on peace, security, governance, counterterrorism, economic development, and industrialization in liaison with relevant AU departments
• Prepare reports, speeches, briefing notes, and correspondence for the Permanent Representative and represent the Office at meetings and conferences

This role strengthens Africa's economic and commercial cooperation with China through policy guidance and diplomatic engagement, promoting Africa's rapid integration, sustainable development, and implementation of the AU Agenda 2063 and FOCAC outcomes.

Required qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Political Science, Economics, Social Sciences, Law, International Relations, Development Studies, Security Studies, Public Administration or related fields with 7+ years relevant experience, or Bachelor's Degree with 10+ years experience (3+ at expert level)
• Work experience in public international organizations, diplomatic missions, or similar institutions
• Knowledge in economic development including trade, investment, and industrialization, plus understanding of AU peace and security management efforts
• Supervisory experience is an added advantage

No specific compensation, perks, or culture highlights mentioned in the job description. The position is classified as Job Grade P3 with Contract Type: Regular.

The African Union is a Pan African continental body charged with spearheading Africa's rapid integration and sustainable development by promoting unity, solidarity, cohesion and cooperation among African peoples and states, and developing new partnerships worldwide.