Deadline: 23 Feb 2013
The African Union (AU) is seeking applications from eligible and deserving applicants for the job/vacancy of Legal Officer – Promotion. The location of this job will be based in Banjul, Gambia. Kindly note that this position is open for citizens of the Member States of the African Union Commission only.
Educational Qualifications
- Candidates must have a minimum of a university degree in law. A relevant advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) will be added advantage
Work Experience
- Candidates must have at least five (5) years of relevant professional experience. Prior working experience in a human rights organization, especially at a regional, continental or international level, would be an added advantage.
Other Relevant Skills
- Good knowledge of the African System of human rights;
- Strong analytical skills and ability to prepare legal opinions;
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to organize and work under pressure in a multi-cultural environment;
- Good communication and planning skills and excellent knowledge of international organizations;
- Computer proficiency;
- Ability to work in a team.
Language Requirement
- Proficiency in one of the African Union working languages. Knowledge of one or several other working languages would be an added advantage.
Age Requirement
- Candidates must preferably be between 25 and 35 years old.
Tenure of Appointment
- The appointment will be made on a fixed term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months will be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance.
Gender Mainstreaming
- The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Remuneration
- Indicative basic salary of US$27,892.00per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. post adjustment (46% of basic salary), housing allowance (US$13,248.00 per annum), education allowance (75%of tuition and other related expenses for every eligible dependent up to a maximum of US$7,800.00 per child per annum), etc for internationally recruited staff of the Commission.
How to Apply
- The applications must be made through the AUCE-recruitment Website.
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