African Union Recruitment 2022/2023 Application Portal – African Union (AU) is currently recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant job positions in their organization. Interested candidates should kindly follow the job application guidelines below to apply successfully.

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 Organization 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: Specialist – Dentist

Requisition ID: 1546
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Reports to: Head of Division, Clinical Services
Directorate/Department: Medical and Health Services
Division: Clinical  Services
Number of Direct Reports: 1
Number of Indirect Reports: 1
Job Grade: P4
Contract Type: Regular

Job Description

• To provide technical comprehensive Oral and Dental Health Services for MHSD clients to achieve the objectives of AU.

Roles/Responsibilities

• Provides technical and intellectual support in the management of various partnerships relevant to the Division and Directorate;
• Identifies best practices and monitors the effectiveness of the division/directorate’s support to AU;
• Contributes to the development of the departmental strategies and business continuity plan and participate in/ensure their implementation
• Fosters and ensures implementation of large-scale and long-term initiatives related to strategic partnerships;
• Supports the organization of thematic networks, consultations, and meetings on development cooperation and international relations;
• Develops training materials and provides necessary training and support to Organization Units;
• Provides technical resource allocation and policy guidance on matters relating to the system -Implementation projects and maintenance.
• Examines, diagnoses, and treats disease, abnormalities, injuries, and dysfunctional disorders of the oral cavity and its associated structures, including problems of greater than normal difficulty.
• Examines patients and interpret radiographs and diagnostic tests to determine the type and extent of dental diseases and disabilities or dysfunctions.
• Follows dental service policies on the management of specific oral diseases and defects and emergency procedures.
• Quantifies and forecasts requirements of medical supplies and equipment for procurement and submit on time to the supervisor.
• Participates in the AU Medical Board in determining the necessity for medical evacuations.
• Participates in the activities of the Division including preparing SOPs, patient information and education leaflets, and fact sheets.
• Compiles information, such as technical terms used in legal settings, into glossaries and terminology databases to be used in translations.
• Manages oral pathologies and treats oral manifestations of systemic diseases.
• Diagnoses and performs preventive and curative procedures including root canal therapy on anterior and posterior teeth for both children and adults.
• Develops proposals for the improvement of services and upgrading of the UNIT.
• Participates in the development and delivery of health promotion, disease prevention, and occupational Health and Safety programs of the Directorate (including HIV and AIDS in the workplace).
• Gives the required attention and care to the equipment and regularly check their functions and strives to bring in new technologies to the Dental Unit.
• Performs any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree (DDS) with a Master’s Degree and clinical specialization in one of the dental fields (Orthodontist, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Prosthodontist) or Fellowship of the Regional College of Dental Surgeons, with eight (8) years relevant experience which should be  6 years at managerial level and 3 years at supervisory level
• Must have a clinical practice in a tertiary-level government hospital, private practice, or International Organization (as a Dentist), including at least five (5) years as a specialist in Clinical Dentistry.
• Must currently be working in a clinical role.
• Must be licensed to practice medicine as a Dental Specialist in his/her home country or country of residence, at the time of application.
• Experience as head of a clinical unit, section, service, or department will be an advantage

Required Skills:

• Leadership and Management Skills
• Knowledge and working understanding of international and regional guidelines for managing medical conditions.
• Ability to work in teams and in a multicultural environment
• Knowledge and working understanding of Microsoft office suite, stock management software packages, and Hospital Information Systems
• Knowledge and working understanding of AU policies, processes, and standards
• Report writing, communication, and presentation skills
• Proficiency in one of the AU working languages, and fluency in another is an added advantage
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Clinical and surgical skills.
• Research and analytical skills

Competencies:

• Strategic Insight
• Developing others
• Change Management
• Managing Risk
• Building Relationship
• Accountable and Complies with Rules
• Learning Orientation
• Conceptual thinking

Job Knowledge Sharing:

• Drive for Results
• Continuous Improvement Orientation:

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

Job Title: Specialist – Pediatrician

Requisition ID: 1547
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Reports to: Head of Division, Clinical Services
Directorate/Department: Medical and Health Services
Division: Clinical Services
Number of Direct Reports: 1
Number of Indirect Reports: 1
Job Grade: P4
Contract Type: Regular

Job Description

• To provide technical medical consultations, diagnosis, and treatment for MHSD infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents to achieve AU goals and objectives

Roles/Responsibilities

• Provides technical and intellectual support in the management of various partnerships relevant to the division and directorate;
• Identifies best practices and monitors the effectiveness of the Division/Directorate’s support to AU;
• Contributes to the development of the departmental strategies and business continuity plan and participates in/ensures their implementation
• Involved in negotiations;
• Fosters and ensures implementation of large-scale and long-term initiatives related to strategic partnerships;
• Supports the organization of thematic networks, consultations, and meetings on development cooperation and international relations;
• Develops training materials and provide necessary training and support to Organization Units;
• Provides technical resource allocation and policy guidance on matters relating to the system -Implementation projects and maintenance.
• Provides routine and emergency consultation, investigations, and treatment for MHSD infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents.
• Refers clients, when necessary to appropriate medical specialists locally or abroad and follows up on their management.
• Trains teach and supervise junior staff during their orientations to familiarize them with medical delivery systems in primary healthcare settings at the AUC-MHSD.
• Quantifies and forecasts requirements of supplies and equipment for procurement and submit on time to the supervisor.
• Participates in the AU Medical Board in determining the necessity for medical evacuations, prepares the clinical information, and presents same to the Medical Board for clearance.
• Provides support for the management of the evacuation process, monitors the progress of the evacuees and facilitates their return.
• Examines diagnoses and treats disease, abnormalities, injuries, and dysfunctional disorders in children.
• Monitors vaccination programs in all developmental stages in close collaboration with parents.
• Performs preventive and curative interventions in Internal Medicine, including immunizations, and screening for communicable and non-communicable diseases.
• Conducts a series of tests and checks to assess patient health, ranging from ear, nose, and throat examinations to reflex, pulmonary, and respiratory tests.
• Monitors vaccination programs throughout their different developmental stages in close collaboration with parents.
• Prepares SOPs for the management of priority medical conditions and procedures; and ensures that these are followed.
• Performs ward rounds regularly on all admitted patients and provides high-level input into their management.
• Contributes to training programs and workshops for continuous medical education at the Medical and Health Services Directorate; including mentoring, regular training, and support for clinical attachés.
• Participates in the MHSD on-call duty and 24-hour MHSD coverage roster.
• Undertakes evaluation of services for clients and makes recommendations for improvement where necessary.
• Participates in the development and delivery of health promotion and disease prevention.
• Performs any other relevant duties assigned by the immediate Supervisor.

Qualifications and Requirements

• MD, BMBCh, or MBBS Degree, with ten (10) years post-qualification experience with clinical specialization in pediatrics internal medicine (Fellowship of the Regional College of Physicians or equivalent) which 6 years should be Expert/specialist level and 3 years at supervisory level.
• Must be licensed to practice medicine as a pediatrician in his/her home country or country of residence, as at the time of application.
• Experience as head of a clinical unit, section, service, or department will be an advantage.
• Additional qualifications in any of the sub-specialties in Internal Medicine will be an added advantage.
• Must currently be working in a clinical role.
• At least eight (08) years of clinical practice in a tertiary-level government hospital, private practice, or International Organization (as a Medical Doctor), including at least five (5) years as a pediatrician.

Required Skills:

• Leadership and Management Skills
• Knowledge and working understanding of international and regional guidelines for managing medical conditions.
• Research and analytical skills
• Ability to work in teams and in a multicultural environment
• Knowledge and working understanding of Microsoft office suite and Hospital Information Systems
• Knowledge and working understanding of AU policies, processes, and standards
• Report writing, communication, and presentation skills
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Must have excellent and updated clinical skills.
• Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic) and  fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage

Competencies:

• Strategic Insight
• Developing Others
• Change Management
• Managing Risk.
• Building Relationships.
• Accountable and Complies with Rules.
• Learning Orientation;
• Communicating with Influence.
• Conceptual thinking.

Job Knowledge Sharing:

• Drive for Results
• Continuous Improvement Orientation.

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 a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables.

Gender Mainstreaming

• The AU Commission is an equal-opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary

Indicative basic salary of US$  42,879.00 (P4 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment ( 46% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 26,208.00 (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.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

Note

• Only candidates who have met all the requirements of the post and have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Only applications registered online with a complete curriculum vitae (CV) attached will be considered.
• The Africa Union is an equal-opportunity employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

Application Deadline

14th December 2022.