Organization: African Union (AU)
Directorate: DARBE – Division: AU-IBAR
Reports to: Director, AU-IBAR
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Grade: P3
Contract Type: Regular (3 years, renewable)
Number of Positions: 1
Reference ID: 2756
Posting Date: June 24, 2025
Closing Date: July 25, 2025, 11:59 p.m. EAT
About the African Union & AU-IBAR
The African Union (AU) is the continental body spearheading Africa’s rapid integration and sustainable development, promoting unity, solidarity, and prosperity among its Member States. The Inter-African Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR), based in Nairobi, Kenya, is a specialized technical office of the AU Commission (AUC) under the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment (DARBE). AU-IBAR’s mandate is to support and coordinate the utilization of livestock, fisheries, and wildlife resources for human well-being and economic development in AU Member States.
AU Core Values
- Respect for Diversity and Team Work
- Think Africa Above All
- Transparency and Accountability
- Integrity and Impartiality
- Efficiency and Professionalism
- Information and Knowledge Sharing
Mandatory CV Template
All applicants must use the official African Union CV template for their application to be considered.
Download the AU CV template here.
Purpose of the Job
The Senior Programmes and Projects Officer provides technical leadership in project and programme management within AU-IBAR, supporting the implementation of the office’s strategic mandate. The role involves planning, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating projects and programmes to advance AU-IBAR’s contribution to animal health, livestock production, and poverty alleviation in Africa.
Main Functions
- Provide technical guidance on the management of projects and programmes in AU-IBAR.
- Promote best internal practices in monitoring and evaluation.
- Represent AU-IBAR at strategic meetings at continental, regional, and Member State levels.
- Devise and implement AU-IBAR’s work programme, including annual management planning and monitoring and evaluation capacity.
- Actively participate in AU-IBAR management, collaborating with other team members.
- Oversee and manage the Projects and Programmes team, creating a proactive and dynamic work environment.
- Review relevant documents and reports, identify priorities and issues, and propose corrective actions.
- Liaise with relevant parties and initiate follow-up actions.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate projects.
- Direct subordinates in programme and project development, implementation, monitoring, and assessment.
- Conduct periodic performance appraisals for supervised staff.
Specific Responsibilities
- Coordinate preparation of AU-IBAR’s Annual Management Plan.
- Provide technical support and build capacity of AU-IBAR staff in Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E).
- Facilitate development and operationalization of M&E plans for all projects and programmes.
- Oversee establishment and management of an integrated performance management system.
- Institutionalize Results-Based Management (RBM) within AU-IBAR.
- Work closely with AU Member States and Regional Economic Communities (RECs) in monitoring and evaluating projects and programmes.
- Track and monitor project performance at Member State level.
- Prepare and disseminate regular M&E reports.
- Oversee development of AU-IBAR’s annual budget and strategic plan.
- Participate in the mobilization of extra-budgetary resources.
- Oversee development and implementation of a knowledge management system to support high-quality programme, project, and policy development.
- Consolidate and prepare AU-IBAR quarterly and annual progress reports.
- Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Director.
Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience
- Master’s degree in Project Management or related social sciences with seven (7) years of relevant experience in continental-scale project/programme planning and management, of which at least three (3) years are at a managerial/supervisory level. Experience in strategic planning, monitoring, data collection and analysis (quantitative and qualitative), stakeholder relationship management, partnership and network building is required.
OR - Bachelor’s degree in Project Management or related social sciences with ten (10) years of relevant experience, including three (3) years at a supervisory level, in continental project/programme management.
- PhD in a relevant subject is an added advantage.
- Certification in Project Management (PRINCE2, PMP, etc.) is desirable.
- Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese, or Spanish) is mandatory; fluency in another AU language is an added advantage.
Required Skills
- Excellent writing and editing skills with strong attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency.
- Solid knowledge of the subject matter, sector trends, and best practices, ideally with experience in the animal/agricultural sector.
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Strong leadership and communication skills; proven ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Creativity and innovation, with ability to generate new ideas and approaches.
- Proficient computer skills including MS Teams and Outlook, data analysis and presentation tools, and project planning, monitoring, and reporting tools.
Leadership and Core Competencies
- Strategic Insight
- Developing Others
- Change Management
- Managing Risk
- Building Relationships
- Fostering Accountability Culture
- Learning Orientation
- Communicating with Influence
- Conceptual Thinking
- Job Knowledge and Information Sharing
- Drive for Results
- Continuous Improvement Orientation
Tenure of Appointment
The appointment will be under a regular contract for three (3) years, with the first year serving as a probationary period. The contract may be renewed for a further two years, subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables.
Gender Mainstreaming
The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Languages
Proficiency in one of the AU working languages is mandatory. Fluency in a second AU language is an added advantage.
Remuneration
- Indicative basic salary: USD 37,453.00 (P3 Step 1) per annum
- Post adjustment: 42% of basic salary
- Housing allowance: USD 18,585.00 per annum
- Education allowance: Up to USD 10,000.00 per child per annum for internationally recruited staff, and up to USD 3,300 per child per annum for locally recruited staff
- Other entitlements as per AU regulations
Application Instructions
- Deadline: July 25, 2025, 11:59 p.m. EAT
- Only candidates who meet all job requirements and are selected for interviews will be contacted.
- Applications must include a fully completed AU CV, African passport, and relevant academic qualifications (diplomas, degrees, certificates).
- The AU is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates and candidates from least represented countries are strongly encouraged to apply.
Least represented countries include: Algeria, Angola, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Comoros, DR Congo, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Namibia, Sahrawi D.R., Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles, and Somalia.
Apply Online
Contact Information:
African Union Headquarters
P.O. Box 3243, Roosvelt Street W21K19, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Tel: +251 11 551 77 00 | Fax: +251 11 551 78 44
This announcement is relayed by Africavet – Empowering Africa’s animal resources sector.
