Deadline: 04 September, 2020

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

The African Union Commission (AUC) has opened applications for the position of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (ESTI).

Under the direct authority of the Chairperson of the Commission, this position is responsible for driving the implementation of education, science, technology and innovation policies, programmes and strategies in line with the aspirations of Agenda 2063, the associated medium-term plans and other key continental legal and policy frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of AU Continental Education Strategy for Africa (CESA) aimed at aligning Africa’s education and training systems to meet the knowledge, competencies, skills, innovation and creativity required to nurture African core values and promote sustainable development at the national, regional and continental levels
• Drive the development of continental policy frameworks and programmes that contribute to a revitalised, quality, relevant, and harmonised education systems responsive to the needs of Africa
• Lead the implementation of enabling policies aimed at accelerating Africa’s transition to an innovative-led, knowledge-based economy to achieve food security, prevention and control of diseases, peace and harmony in the society and wealth creation in the continent
• Lead the development of policies and strategies to address the challenges of education, technical and vocational training to support economic development, creation of national wealth and contribute to poverty reduction through youth entrepreneurship, innovation and employment
• Spearhead the implementation of an African virtual and e-university that aims to make use of ICT-based programmes to develop relevant and high quality open, distance and e-learning resources
• Drive strategic partnerships and resource mobilisation for continental research and development

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Education, Science and Technology, Social Sciences or a closely related field from a recognised institution
• PhD in Education, Science and Technology, Social Sciences or closely related areas from a recognised institution is an added advantage
• Eighteen years, minimum, of relevant professional experience with at least ten years served in a senior leadership role preferably in an intergovernmental organisation or national government/public service, international or regional institution.

To apply and for more information, click here.