The African Union (AU) is a continental body consisting of the 55 member states that make up the countries of the African Continent. It was officially launched in 2002 as a successor to the Organisation of African Unity (OAU, 1963-1999). We are an Integrated, Prosperous and Peaceful Africa, driven by its own citizens and representing a dynamic force in the global arena.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Legal Officer – Special Mechanisms
Requisition ID: 851
Location: Banjul, The Gambia
Organization: African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights
Reports to: Senior Legal Officer – Special Mechanism
Number of Direct Reports: 0
Number of Indirect Reports: 0
Job Grade: P2
Contract Type: Regular
Purpose of Job
- Provides technical legal support for special mechanism in line with the execution of the Commission’s Strategic Plan.
Main Functions
- Contributes to the development of policies and strategies
- Coordinates the implementation of programmes and plans of special mechanism under the ACHPR
- Liaise with stakeholders including Member States, Regional Economic Communities (RECs), etc on relevant matters.
- Provides support in the development of special mechanisms Strategies in line with the approved Strategic Plan
- Prepares the annual work plans for the Unit
- Undertakes monitoring activities and delivers periodic reports on time
- Liaises with the various Departments/Units of the Commission for coordination and alignment purposes
- Provides technical support for the development of resource mobilization
- Conducts analysis and generates accurate reports in a timely manner for the ACHPR’s internal use
- Assists in setting the overall research direction of a relevant policy area
- Is responsible for the delegation and execution of defined research areas
- Participates in the organisation of relevant meetings, congresses and conferences with stakeholders.
- Drafts reports and participates in the preparation of budget and work programmes related to the Unit
- Provides technical support to internal and external stakeholders
Specific Responsibilities
Working under the Senior Legal Officer Special Mechanisms, provides support in the following areas:
- Provides support to the Special Rapporteurs and the Working Groups in discharging their responsibilities, and follow-up on recommendations
- Drafts urgent Appeals, Advisory notes, Guidelines, Information notes, Position / Conference / Meeting papers for the Commissioners
- Provides technical backstopping to Special Mechanisms through research and documentation
- Provides interface with, and logistical support for interaction with Member States, Regional Economic Communities, organs of the AU and other stakeholders
- Formulates principles and rules aimed at solving human rights issues arising in the thematic areas covered by the various Special Mechanisms
- Manages requests by member states for information and support
- Contributes to legal or policy analyses and publications
- Promotes the integration of legal work across the regional programs and particularly in the regional offices
- Develops and implements capacity building and training programs
- Contributes to standard-setting, through participating in meetings, drafting work and promoting international standards
- Participates in the organization of relevant meetings, congresses and conferences with stakeholders
- Performs any other relevant duties as may be directed or required
Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience
- Must hold Master’s Degree in Law from an accredited university with a minimum of two (2) years’ work experience OR
- Must hold Bachelor’s Degree in Law from an accredited university with a minimum of five (5) years’ work experience
- Fluency in Arabic Language is the requirement
Required Skills
- Communication ability both orally and in writing in Arabic
- Analytical skills
- Ability to work across business units / geographies; cultural sensitive environment
- Proficiency in other AU official working languages (French, English, Portuguese) will be an added advantage
Leadership Competencies:
- Strategic Insight.
- Developing Others.
- Change Management.
- Managing Risk
Core Competencies:
- Teamwork and Collaboration..
- Accountability awareness and Compliance..
- Learning Orientation
- Effective Communication.
Functional Competencies:
- Analytical thinking and problem solving..
- Job Knowledge and information sharing..
- Drive for Results…
- Continuous improvement focus..
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.
AU Values:
- Respect for Diversity and Team Work
- Think Africa Above al
- Transparency and Accountability
- Integrity and Impartiality
- Efficiency and Professionalism
- Information and Knowledge Sharing
Gender Mainstreaming:
- The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Remuneration
Indicative basic salary of US$ 31,073.00 (P2 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment (30% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 15,897.60 (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.
Deadline: 9th December, 2021.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
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