Senior Policy Officer - Trade & Economy

Core responsibilities:

• Provide support in the preparation and implementation of programmes developed out of the Mission's strategic plan
• Support AU Member States in articulating common positions on trade-related matters, particularly in WTO and UN committees and working groups
• Coordinate the activities of the Permanent Delegation on thematic related to trade and economy
• Provide technical analysis and position documents for the defence of African group interests on trade and economic matters

This role coordinates African group activities and represents African Union interests in international trade and economic forums, working to defend African group interests and promote African candidatures in the international system.

Required qualifications and skills:

• Master's in Economics, Trade or related field with minimum 7 years work experience (3 at expert level) OR Bachelor's Degree with minimum 10 years relevant work experience (3 at expert level)
• Ability to apply economic and trade theories and concepts, conduct independent research, and synthesize economic and trade research for non-specialists
• Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese, Spanish) mandatory, fluency in another AU language is an added advantage
• Sound writing and reporting skills, ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making

Indicative basic salary of US$ 37,453.00 (P3 Step 1) per annum plus other entitlements including:

• Post adjustment (64% of basic salary)
• Housing allowance US$ 31,003.20 per annum
• Education allowance (100% of tuition and education-related expenses up to US$ 10,000.00 per child per annum for internationally recruited staff)
• Three-year regular term contract with probationary period
• Equal opportunity employer with strong encouragement for women candidates

The African Union is an intergovernmental organization working to promote unity, solidarity, and cooperation among African states, with core values including respect for diversity, transparency, integrity, and efficiency.