I. Introduction
The African Telecommunications Union (ATU) is a specialized institution of the African Union, established on December 7, 1977, to promote ICT development in Africa. ATU, with 52 Member States and 49 active Associate Members, aims to achieve universal access and full inter-country connectivity. The mission of ATU is to accelerate the development of telecommunications/ICTs in Africa in order to achieve an inclusive information society and strong digital economies for social, economic, and environmentally sustainable development in Africa. The Union’s core values are integrity, transparency, accountability, innovation, and knowledge sharing. ATU seeks qualified experts for the position of Assistant Coordinator – Development.
II. Detailed requirements
| 1. Job Title | Assistant Coordinator – Development |
| 2. Reports to | Coordinator – Development |
| 3. Work station | Nairobi, Kenya |
| 4. Main functions | Assist in the strategic and day-to-day coordination of ATU’s development functions. |
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5. Main duties/roles /responsibilities | 1) Implement and assist in the execution of strategic and annual plans for the development department, including evaluation and reporting on these activities. 2) Prepare for, run, and provide counsel for development meetings (task group, working group, ATU preparatory meetings for World Telecommunications Development Conferences (WTDCs), development caucuses, etc.). 3) Offer procedural and technical advice to relevant ATU personnel and entities, including meeting chairs and bureaus. 4) Represent and advocate for the official positions and interests of the ATU in various forums. 5) Schedule appointments, maintain calendars, coordinate meeting/event arrangements, respond to emails, prepare correspondences, reports, presentations, and manage databases and filing systems. 6) Undertake research activities, including preparation, circulation, analysis of responses, and drafting reports, as well as assist with special projects as needed. |
7) Adhere to all ATU policies, rules, and procedures, and carry out any other duties that support the achievement of ATU’s mandate and objectives as directed by the Coordinator – Development and/or the ATU Secretary General or other competent ATU authority. 8) Carry out any other duties that support the achievement of ATU’s mandate and objectives as directed by the Coordinator – Development and/or the ATU Secretary General or such other competent ATU authority, | |
| 6. Core Competencies | 1. Functional Competencies: Analysis, judgment, communication, innovation, networking, planning, and management. 2. Technical Competencies: Knowledge of ATU activities, ICT policy development, teamwork, and effective output delivery. |
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7. Education requirements, relevant experience | 1. Education The minimum academic qualifications are: · Bachelor’s degree in telecommunications engineering. · Master’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Business, strategy, law or international relations. 2. Experience The suitable candidate should fulfill the following: · Minimum of eight years of experience, including three (3) years in a supervisory role, with a strong understanding of telecommunications/ICT in an international context. · Experience in providing support to senior management on a wide range of telecommunications/ICT issues and policies is appreciated. · Good knowledge of AU, ATU and ITU work including African and global ICT organizations would be an added advantage. |
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8. Key skills/ abilities | The minimum skills and abilities are: 1. Knowledge of ATU/ITU operations and African ICT organizations. 2. Ability to remain current with ICT technological developments. 3. Self-driven, excellent communication, research skills, proficient in office software. 4. Ability to travel and work flexibly (i.e. outside of usual work hours). |
9. Language | Proficiency of one of the two working languages of the Union (English, French). Fluency in both languages will be an added advantage. |
| 10. Tenure of employment | The appointment will be on a regular three-year term contract, with the first twelve months considered probationary. Upon satisfactory |
| performance, the contract may be renewed for an additional term or made permanent after the three years. | |
11. Gender mainstream | ATU is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. |
| 12. Grade | P3 |
| 13. Staff category | Professional |
| 14. Benefits and entitlements | Total annual salary includes a basic salary, cost of living allowance, housing allowance, and dependent children’s education allowance, as per ATU staff Rules and Regulations. |
| 15. Eligibility | The opportunity is only offered to citizens from ATU Member States. |
| 16. Deadline for submission | Applications must be received no later than 4th Oct 2024. |
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17. Selection and evaluation | Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted for interview and candidates in the final selection step will be subjected to reference checks based on the information provided. The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria provided in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. Submit applications electronically to: info@atuuat.africa |
