Purpose of Job

The Head of the Division of Infectious Diseases at Africa CDC is responsible for leading and coordinating the strategic planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the division’s activities and programs. The division aims to strengthen the capacity of African Union Member States and Regional Economic Communities to prevent, detect, respond and control infectious diseases of public health importance. The Head of the Division works closely with other divisions, partners and stakeholders to ensure alignment and synergy of the division’s goals and objectives with the overall vision and mission of Africa CDC.

Main Functions

•    Designs and implements policies, programs and projects to achieve the directorate’s strategic objectives.
•    Manages and supervises employees within the division, ensures the timely delivery of the directorate’s goals and effective staff performance evaluation;
•    Ensures the delivery of the division’s annual targets in line with the directorate’s overall goals and ensures robust and timely monitoring and reporting;
•    Provides technical leadership and ensures efficient functioning of all Units within the Division
•    Manages the work of the Division and supervises direct reports to ensure their effective performance in line with the organization’s performance management policy and system;
•    Engages stakeholders within Members States and Regional Economic Communities (RECs)/Regional Mechanisms (RMs) and relevant international organisations in designing and implementing strategies.
•    Maintains thematic partnerships in support of the mandate of the Division;
•    Maintains regular working relations with senior stakeholders in Member States and partner institutions in the execution of the Division’s mandate.
•    Represents the organisation and communicates its position at conferences.
•    Contributes to the preparation of periodic financial and budget execution reports and monitor budget execution at division level.
•    Ensures the effective management of funds contributed to the organization;
•    Manages risk within the division and recommends mitigation strategies
•    Contributes to the development of the departmental business continuity plan and ensures implementation at division level
•    Maintains a positive work environment that facilitates collaboration and information sharing and is conducive to attracting, retaining, and motivating diverse talent.

Specific Responsibilities

•    Develop and implement policies and strategies for the Division of Infectious Diseases.
•    Lead the Division of Infectious Diseases at Africa CDC, a specialized technical institution of the African Union that supports public health initiatives of Member States and strengthens the capacity of their public health institutions to detect, prevent, control and respond quickly and effectively to disease threats
•    Provide strategic direction and oversight for the development and implementation of policies, guidelines, standards, and programs for the prevention and control of infectious diseases in Africa, including emerging and re-emerging infections, antimicrobial resistance, vaccine-preventable diseases, and neglected tropical diseases
•    Coordinate and collaborate with relevant stakeholders, partners, and networks at the regional and global levels to enhance the surveillance, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in Africa
•    Manage the human, financial, and material resources of the Division and ensure the efficient and effective delivery of its outputs and outcomes
•    Supervise, mentor, and evaluate the performance of the staff members of the Division and foster a culture of teamwork, excellence, and innovation
•    Represent the Africa CDC in relevant meetings, forums, and platforms and advocate for its vision, mission, and values
•    Manage staff and ensure that they have the resources they need to do their jobs.
•    Provide technical support to the Division of Infectious Diseases’ activities.
•    Build partnerships with other organizations to support the Division of Infectious Diseases’ work.
•    Represent the Division of Infectious Diseases at regional and international meetings and events.
•    Publish articles and reports on the Division of Infectious Diseases’ work.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

•    A Medical degree from a recognized university and a postgraduate qualification in Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Public Health or a related field.
•    A PhD Degree will be an added advantage.
•    At least 12 (twelve) years of progressive experience in infectious disease prevention, detection and response at national, regional or global levels, including at least 7 (seven) and 5 (five) years experience at managerial and supervisory levels respectively.
•    Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the epidemiology, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of infectious diseases of public health importance in Africa, as well as the current challenges and opportunities for addressing them.
•    Proven ability to lead and manage teams, projects and programs in a complex and dynamic environment, with strong skills in strategic planning, budgeting, resource mobilization, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting.
•    Experience in developing and implementing policies and strategies.
•    Experience in providing technical support.
•    Experience in building partnerships.
•    Experience in writing and publishing scientific articles.
•    Experience in networking and building relationships.

Required Skills

•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences and stakeholders, including high-level political and technical officials, media, civil society and communities.
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•    Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
•    Fluency in working in any one of the official languages of the African Union (English, French, Arabic, Portuguese, Spanish and Kiswahili) is a requirement, but proficiency in more than one language will be an asset.

Leadership Competencies

Core Competencies

Functional Competencies

Purpose of Job

The Technical Officer is responsible for providing technical support to the Division of Laboratory Systems Unit in the areas of laboratory management, quality assurance, and capacity building. This includes developing and implementing laboratory procedures, training laboratory staff, and providing technical advice to partners.

Main Functions

This job involves the following main functions that are generally applicable for this category:
•    monitoring and evaluating progress made in line with a predefined strategic plan.
•    Suggest new and expand on existing policy areas for planned research.
•    Contribute in conducting analysis and generate accurate reports in a timely manner for the respective Unit/Division and Africa CDC internal use.
•    Assist in setting the overall research direction of a relevant policy area.
•    Responsible for the delegation and execution of defined research areas.
•    Participate in the organisation of relevant meetings, congresses and conferences with stakeholders.
•    Engage with relevant mid-level stakeholders and develop working relationships. Support the promotion of the activities of the Division including preparing leaflets, guidelines and fact sheets.
•    Assist in drafting reports and participate in the preparation of budget and work programmes related to the functioning of the Unit/Division
•    Provide technical support to internal and external stakeholders

Specific Responsibilities

•    Develop and implement laboratory procedures and protocols.
•    Conducting situational analyses and needs assessments of laboratory systems and capacities in African countries and regions
•    Developing and implementing strategic plans, work plans, budgets, and monitoring and evaluation frameworks for laboratory systems strengthening activities
•    Providing technical assistance and mentorship to national and regional laboratory networks, reference laboratories, and quality assurance programs
•    Supporting the development and dissemination of laboratory standards, guidelines, policies, and best practices
•    Facilitating the procurement, distribution, and maintenance of laboratory equipment, supplies, and reagents
•    Organizing and conducting trainings, workshops, webinars, and other capacity building activities for laboratory staff and managers
•    Participating in laboratory surveillance, outbreak investigation, and emergency response activities
•    Preparing and presenting technical reports, briefs, proposals, and publications on laboratory systems issues
•    Representing Africa CDC at regional and international meetings, conferences, and forums on laboratory matters
•    Train laboratory staff on laboratory procedures and quality assurance.
•    Provide technical advice to partners on laboratory matters.
•    Participate in laboratory quality assurance activities.
•    Conduct laboratory assessments and audits.
•    Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies.
•    Stay up-to-date on new laboratory technologies and techniques.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

•    Bachelor Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biology, Public Health or a related field OR Masters Degree in same areas of study, coupled with five (5) or two (2) years relevant work experience for Bachelor and Masters degree holders respectively, in laboratory management or quality assurance.
•    Higher qualification will be an advantage.
•    Proficiency in laboratory equipment and procedures.
•    Five years for Bachelor or two years for Masters degree holders experience should be in laboratory systems strengthening, quality management, or biosafety and biosecurity in Africa or other resource-limited settings
•    Demonstrated knowledge and skills in laboratory methods, techniques, equipment, and standards

Required Skills

•    Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, and teamwork skills
•    Proficiency in English and French (both oral and written)
•    Ability to work independently and under pressure in a multicultural environment
•    Willingness to travel frequently within Africa and abroad.
•    Experience with laboratory information systems (LIS).
•    Experience with data analysis and interpretation.
•    Experience with quality assurance.
•    Experience in training and mentoring.

Leadership Competencies

Core Competencies

Functional Competencies

Purpose of Job

To assist the Director General of the Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) in delivering his mandate by leading the operational coordination of the Commission’s departments and non-elected staff in order to ensure high performance, results and impact.

Main Functions

a)    Facilitates the identification of top priorities for the senior leadership of the Africa CDC’s 4-year mandate.
b)    Translates the senior leadership priorities into annual targets and goals and establishes a robust Commission-wide framework for monitoring and tracking progress.
c)    Provides regular reports to the Director General of Africa CDC on implementation and monitoring of strategic and annual plans;
d)    Supports the implementation of the New Public Health Order as the main Africa CDC Agenda by supporting initiatives across the organs;
e)    Monitors and tracks progress in the delivery of the Africa CDC’s annual performance targets;
f)    Ensures effective collaboration in program development and implementation with the AU organs;
g)    Collaborates with other members of the senior leadership team to ensure strategic coherence and overall synergy in the implementation of the Africa CDC’s programs and the delivery of high impact results for the continent;
h)    Cultivates a knowledge management culture through promotion of research and publications that will ensure knowledge sharing and transfer across the Africa CDC; and
i)    Drives performance and delivery across the Africa CDC’s senior management and inspires high performance, teamwork and delivery across the portfolio.

Specific Responsibilities

a)    Ensure effective execution of the Africa CDC’s multi-year Strategic Plan.
b)    Participate and fully share in the responsibility for planning, managing and evaluating the programmatic aspects of the Africa CDC.
c)    Lead the development of long-term multi-year strategic goals and objectives for public health programs and initiatives.
d)    Ensure accountability for and adherence to internal controls and external regulations, laws and policies applicable to Africa CDC programs and activities and requirements of key stakeholders and donors.
e)    Ensure delivery of comprehensive and timely accountability reporting to the Director General for informing the agency Governing Board and key stakeholders as appropriate.
f)    Represent Africa CDC at high level technical and strategic engagements ensuring the Vision of Africa CDC is well understood within the global public health space.
g)    Lead, coordinate and ensure regular evaluation of agency programs and research activities in collaboration with the secretariat’s leadership.
h)    Identify need for change in organization priorities and acts to implement such changes, communicate related outcomes, change and action plans to internal and external audiences as effectively as possible.
i)    Establish, develop and maintain effective working relationships with members of the Governing and other Advisory Boards, other agency leaders, key stakeholders and other public health partners.
j)    Ensures appropriate, effective and timely resolution of issues and problems regarding agency activities and programs raised to the Secretariat by Member States and other Constituents.
k)    Lead, coach, develop, and retain a high performing team; empower, energize and develop overall staff capacity.
l)    Perform any duties assigned by the Director General.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

a)    Degree equivalent to Doctor of Medicine or Ph.D in Relevant Medical Sciences from a recognized institute or university. In addition, to the Doctor of Medicine or a Ph.D, a Master’s degree in public health (MPH), or epidemiology or equivalent is required.
b)    At least 15 years of experience in public health management, planning, or public policy development with evidence of ever-increasing levels of responsibility at the national level or above.
c)    At least 15 years’ proven experience in operational management of a public health organization at country, regional or continental level, with at least ten (10) years of managerial experience involving a minimum of five (5) years supervisory exposure.
d)    Preferably having a working experience in international organizations
e)    Excellent organizational and leadership abilities

Required Skills

a)    Demonstrate strong leadership and management experience, excellent organizational human and financial management skills, very good interpersonal skills and ability to organize and motivate others and to work in a multi-cultural environment;
b)    Excellent communication skills and ability to Interact with a variety of stakeholders including, at a high level and excellent report writing and reporting skills to diverse audiences and at various levels;
c)    Excellent strategic visioning, planning, Implementation, monitoring and evaluations and reporting skills;
d)    Demonstrated record of setting clear standards for accountability, probity, value for money and risk management and zero tolerance to fraud and corruption; for ensuring sound and transparent financial management; and delivering continuous improvement, impact, efficiency and effectiveness;
e)    Demonstrated intellectual leadership, creativity and proven ability to propose new ideas and lead on new ways of working across silos in a complementary and synergistic way for a prosperous, healthy and peaceful Africa;
f)    Proven track record of change management and accomplishments at the regional, national or international level with strong resource mobilization, political and diplomatic skills;
g)    Demonstrate clear understanding of scientific evidence and ability to translate scientific evidence into recommendations for public health policy;
h)    Good grounding on regional and international policy frameworks and strategies on the African developmental agenda and specifically Agenda 2063 and the SDGs;
i)    Working knowledge of research, policy development and analysis, programs development and management, and project management.
j)    Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Kiswahili, Spanish, Arabic) and fluency in another AU language(s) will be an important added advantage

Purpose of Job

To provide strategic and operational leadership in the management and administration of the African Union Commission’s Compensation, Benefits, and Pension schemes, ensuring effective service delivery and alignment with the Commission’s strategic objectives.

Main Functions

• Develop, implement, and oversee compensation and benefits strategies and policies that attract, retain, and engage a highly skilled workforce;
• Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations and maintain internal equity and desirability of the compensation structure;
• Lead the Secretariat of the Board of Trustees for pension scheme management, including maintaining accounts, conducting correspondence, and performing other related duties;
• Provide technical leadership and ensure efficient functioning of the Compensation, Benefits, and Pension Division;
• Manage the preparation of budgets, financial forecasts, execution follow-up and provide audit support for the division;
• Coordinate the annual compensation review process and oversee payroll processing;
• Develop and maintain operating rules and procedures for the Division;
• Liaise with various stakeholders, including other directorates/departments, member states, and partners, to ensure strategic alignment and cooperation.
  
  
  

Specific Responsibilities

• Direct the overall strategy of the Compensation, Benefits, and Pension Division in line with the African Union’s goals and objectives;
• Manage and coordinate health, welfare, and retirement programs to ensure they are competitive, sustainable, and cost-effective;
• Conduct regular audits and control activities related to compensation surveys, market trends, and competitive pay positions;
• Oversee the management and administration of the pension scheme, including information management, member onboarding, and training;
• Provide guidance and support to the Board of Trustees and its committees on procedural matters and established practices;
• Prepare and present reports to the Board of Trustees, the General Assembly, and other relevant bodies as required;
• Coordinate the recruitment, development, and retention of professional staff for the Division, ensuring merit-based selection and maintaining geographic and gender balance;
• Manage risks and recommend mitigation strategies for the Division;
• Lead the Division’s team to ensure effective and efficient financial management, sustainable resource mobilization, and effective monitoring and evaluation.
  
  
  

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

Master’s university degree in Human Resources, Business Administration with twelve (12) years of relevant work experience in compensation, benefits, and pension management, preferably in an international or multi-national organization, seven (7) years of which should have been served at managerial level and five (5) years at supervisory level.

Required Skills

• Ability to initiate and promote collaborative approaches between geographically and culturally disparate partners
• Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations both internally and externally
• Ability to develop and delegate clear program goals, plans and actions, including budgets, that are consistent with agreed strategies
• Ability to effectively lead, supervise, mentor, develop and evaluate staff
• Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (French, English, Portuguese, and Arabic) and fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage.
  
  
  

Leadership Competencies

Core Competencies

Functional Competencies

Purpose of Job

To provide leadership in designing of strategies and policies and engagement of relevant stakeholders including supervision and management of the Division.

Main Functions

• Leads the programs planning, budgeting and reporting for the Union;
• Responsible for advising senior management in setting key annual program and project priorities and targets;
• Ensures that departments and Organs adhere to AU Financial Rules governing budget planning, programming, execution, monitoring and reporting;
• Custodian of the AU Budget manual, cost catalogue and other instruments for budgeting, budget execution, monitoring and execution, and facilitate their revisions where necessary;
• Acts as the Secretariat to the Sub-Committee on General Supervision Coordination on Administrative, Budgetary and Financial matters, F15 (Committee of 15 Ministers of Finance), Sub-committee on Programs and Conferences, Ministerial Committee on the Scale of Assessment and Contributions;
• Initiates and leads the institutional budget reforms where necessary;
• Guides in developing strategies on resource mobilization in collaboration with Resource Mobilization Division;
• Oversees preparation of quarterly budget execution reports for the attention of Commission management, PRC and its sub-Committees, and Executive Council;
• Coordinates with departments to review plans, determines budgetary needs, gathers information, monitors programs, and makes recommendations on budget preparation, presentation, implementation and interpretation;
• Coordinates with departments to design performance measures and responsible for reporting models to demonstrate that objectives are being met;
• Assures the accuracy of budgetary information and research.
  
  
  

• Supervises and evaluates assigned staff, including hiring, training and providing appropriate feedback on performance;
• Plans, coordinates, prioritizes and reviews work of assigned division staff;
• Responds to inquiries related to budget issues;
• Directs the preparation of budget reports;
• Analyzes department budgets to maintain control of expenditures and Ensures that budgets are executed in accordance with generally accepted accounting practices;
• Analyzes trends affecting expenditures and adjust budgets accordingly and Performs cost- benefit analyses on all programs and operational Budget in order to Match appropriations with specific programs;
• Examines budgets for accuracy and compliance with AU Budget Manual and rules;
• Provides technical assistance to the relevant departments of the Commission and other AU Organs with cost analysis and is the custodian on the implementation and management of budgetary policies and procedures;
• Monitors Organization policies and develops new operational procedures for AUC in order to increase efficiency (Budget Guideline Operational Procedure, and the first AU Budget Midterm review).
  
  
  

Specific Responsibilities

Programme Management

• Leads design of programs, and their implementation in conformity with the AU Budget manual, AU FR and other relevant policies and rules;
• Identifies the key annual priority programs in line with the Agenda 2063 “Africa we want” and advising senior management;
• Leads the budget preparation;
• Documents key lessons learnt, challenges and recommendations in program implementation;
• Provides input to the annual program planning meeting organized by the AU-AUDA, APRM and other organs;
• Ensures synergy and complementarity in AU programs
• Facilitates the organization of the meetings of the sub-committee of program and conferences to approve the annual programs and the budget framework paper;
• Takes lead in providing input in the preparation of the budget framework paper;
• Institutionalizes the results based approach methodology in AU programming and reporting.
  
  
  

Program Planning

• Supports the departments and Organs to develop project plans in line with approved programs;
• Provides leadership, coordinates, and administers the strategic planning process for programs and projects of the Union;
• Participates in development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objectives, short-and long-range planning;
• Monitors and reports on the first 10-years implementation plan of Agenda 2063;
• Reviews, analyses and finalizes the preparation of plans and their revisions, taking into account recommendations and decisions of various AU policy organs;
• Reviews the overall AU program and operational objectives and related financial/budgetary policies and procedures affecting AU planning and reporting systems; makes recommendations on improvements or modifications; takes lead in planning design and implementation of required changes.

Budgeting and Reporting

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  elops and manages annual capital and/or operating budgets; oversees, monitors, and coordinates program budgets, as appropriate;
• Issues the budget call including the budget overview paper; develops the AU budget calendar;
• Provides substantive support to relevant AU policy organs in their review of budgets and plans; assists in securing approval from the Executive Council;
• Acts as Certifying Officer for funds availability under AU Financial Rules;
• Leads the development of AU budget (both projected revenue and expenditure), including the development of the budget overview documents and templates, creation of tools to develop work plans and reconciliation of budgets with programmatic work plans and expected results;
• Leads processes and communications regularly working with department/organs budget owners across the organization to monitor and revise budgets throughout the year and life of project(s);
• Ensures compliance with current budget and spending policies, and propose improved policies and systems regarding spending guidelines, cost savings, cost allocation, and annual planning.
  
  
  

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Master’s university degree in Business Administration, Finance or a related field with twelve (12) years of relevant work experience in Budgeting, Reporting, Program Planning seven (7) years of which should have been served at managerial level and five (5) years at supervisory level;
• Certification as a Chartered Accountant (CA), Expert Comptable or equivalent is an added advantage;
• Hands-on experience in managing budget functions, coordinating budget preparation process, and directing the implementation and reporting of budgets;
• Demonstrate experience in applying International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) specifically for budgeting reporting and in-depth understanding of financial rules and budgetary processes of a large international organization;
• Extensive experience in managing complex stakeholders in similar role;
• Experience in the development of policy, guidance or guidelines in budgeting in large international organizations;
• Work experience in the use of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as SAP;
  
  
  

Required Skills

• Ability to initiate and promote collaborative approaches between geographically and culturally disparate partners
• Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations both internally and externally
• Ability to develop and delegate clear program goals, plans and actions, including budgets, that are consistent with agreed strategies
• Ability to effectively lead, supervise, mentor, develop and evaluate staff
• Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (French, English, Portuguese, and Arabic) and fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage.
  
  
  

Leadership Competencies

Core Competencies

Functional Competencies

Purpose of Job

The Director Center for Laboratory Diagnostics and Systems is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight for the enhancement of laboratory systems and networks across Africa, focusing on improving infrastructure, introducing advanced technologies, and strengthening laboratory capacity in response to diseases of public health importance.

Main Functions

• Provide strategic direction to Africa CDC/AU on continental efforts to strengthen laboratory systems and networks.
• Lead the development and implementation of initiatives to improve laboratory infrastructure and technologies.
• Oversee and coordinate the development of national laboratory strategic plans and policies, addressing dangerous pathogens.
• Promote comprehensive laboratory quality management systems, including laboratory accreditation.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate programs and projects aimed at enhancing laboratory capacities.
• Lead efforts to improve systems, standards, biosafety, and networks linked to disease surveillance and clinical care.
• Guide research and laboratory investigations for new or improved diagnostic and preventive tools and technologies.
• Develop the capacity of RISLNET for modern advanced molecular technologies and surveillance networks.
• Manage strain banks as repositories for diagnostic and vaccine development against emerging and re-emerging pathogens.
• Establish partnerships with public and private sector organizations, including professional associations, universities, and research organizations.
• Represent Africa CDC at relevant meetings, conferences, and committees in the field of laboratory science.
  
  
  

Specific Responsibilities

• Oversee, mentor, and guide the development of peer-reviewed research publications in laboratory science.
• Promote and support innovative laboratory practices to enhance patient care, treatment, and strengthen disease surveillance.
• Directly prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication in scientific journals.
• Oversee the translation of program needs into research projects and new research findings into programmatic changes.
• Coordinate the delivery of laboratory services in support of Africa CDC Emergency Response activities as assigned.
• Maintain communication with key stakeholders in laboratory science, fostering a collaborative approach to public health challenges.
• Advocate for the advancement of laboratory diagnostics and systems within the continental public health framework.
  
  
  

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Advanced degree (Ph.D., MD, or equivalent) on Clinical Laboratory Science, Pathology, Molecular Biology
• Master degree in Laboratory Sciences, Public Health or Epidemiology.
• With a minimum of 15 years of experience in laboratory management. Eight (8) of which should have been served at managerial level and five (5) years at supervisory level.
• Proven track record in leadership roles within public health or scientific research organizations.
• Experience in international organizations is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, program implementation, and research in a laboratory or public health setting.

Essential

• Significant experience of developing senior-level external relationships and securing the highest-level advocacy, including developing and harnessing strong networks across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Advance understanding of stakeholder engagement.
• Extensive experience of leading, motivating and managing teams with the ability to promote a culture of high performance, continuous improvement and innovation.
• Experience and successful track record working in a diverse complex fast paced environments and the ability to influence positive change.
• Academic and Experience Requirements
• Strong leadership and strategic management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Proficient in risk management and organizational resilience.
• Demonstrated capability in resource mobilization and financial management.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse, multi-cultural environment.
  
  
  

Desirable

• Experience of working in international affairs in an international organization
• Experience of working with external partners, funders, and media.
• An understanding of changing economic, political, and social environments affecting the Africa CDC.
• An understanding and analysis of Africa and global political space and atmosphere
• High level of diplomatic and communication etiquette.
• High level interpersonal skills.
  
  
  

Required Skills

Result Oriented:

• Strategic thinker, capable of working at a senior level and contributing at Board / Council level
• Entrepreneurial with the ability to input on strategic planning from a commercial standpoint
• Ability to anticipate future opportunities and problems, taking strategic and pre-emptive action
• Ability to set and achieve comprehensive goals for performance and growth
• Passion for working in the developing world and creating positive change

Leadership:

• Inspire confidence and promote shared values that underpin the ethos of the African Union and Africa CDC
• Inspires others, is visible, adaptive, authentic and engenders trust
• Visible leadership, promoting collective leadership for taking teams through significant programmes of change.
• Passion and commitment for continuous improvement
• Ambitious individual who has personal drive to succeed and develop their own career, and support their teams to strive for excellence.
• Political and diplomatic prowess
• Building and Managing Teams:
• Directs and coaches’ others throughout the organisation and enables people to perform at their best.
• Ability to recognise and cultivate rising talent.
• Creates a positive team environment.
• Creates cohesion, developing synergies and achieves through common goals.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• High emotional and social intelligence.
• Collaborative, supportive, calm under pressure, solution focused and able to lead others effectively in such a way that encourages maximum performance and engagement.
  
  
  

Required Skills

• Exceptional communicator both in writing and in person to a range of audiences.
• Relationship Management:
• Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and negotiate with a wide range of stakeholders and partners.
• The gravitas and credibility to influence both within and beyond the organisation

Analytical Skills:

• Conceptual thinker, innovative and capable of complex problem solving
• The ability to work well under pressure and take a considered, measured position

Results Orientated:

• Desire for success and the motivation to constantly seek improvement
• Ability and drive to manage organisational complexity
• A high level of resilience with the ability to initiate and drive decisions
• Tenacious, adaptable and the ability to get things done
• The highest levels of self-awareness, commitment, and integrity
• A proven commitment to fairness, inclusion, equality, diversity, and transparency

Values: A strong commitment to the African Union and Africa CDC values

Leadership Competencies

Core Competencies

Functional Competencies

Purpose of Job

The Director of External Engagement will enhance the Africa CDC reputation, status and impact, ensuring the organisation has outstanding relations with African Union Member States, Governments, international organisations, Partners, funding organisations, relevant media and other stakeholders by providing dynamic and inspirational strategic leadership for the Resource Mobilisation, Communication and Public Information and Policy and Health Diplomacy Divisions, setting a strategic direction coherent with the overall Africa CDC strategic plan and the new public health order.

He/She will drive high-performance by developing and mentoring team members whilst holding them accountable for the delivery of the operating plan’s ambitious targets and encouraging cross-team working by driving the successful delivery of Africa CDC strategic plan through strategic engagements and communication.

As a member of the Senior Executive Team (SET), the Director of External Engagement supports the Director General in setting the strategic direction of the Africa CDC and providing strategic leadership and management across the organisation, enabling the SET to drive and deliver the implementation of the Africa CDC ambitious strategic and operational plans.

He/She will lead long-term strategic planning, overseeing daily operations, delegating tasks to staff and managing the general operations of the Directorate.

Main Functions

The main duties will include, but not limited to:

•  Establish strategic communication, advocacy and stakeholder engagement, and resource mobilisation targets, developing policies, and strategies.
•  Provide leadership and thoughtful strategic advice on multi-pronged approaches of Africa CDC External Engagement, Advocacy, Communications and Partnership’s strategy, ensure appropriate action plans for each area are designed and implemented.
•  Guide and position the Africa CDC to develop strong partnerships with AU Member states, media and partners.
•  Develop and execute the overall strategy for the directorate and ensures alignment with overall organizational strategy;
• Manage and supervise employees within the directorate, ensures the timely delivery of the directorate’s goals and effective staff performance evaluation;
• Drive the implementation and monitring of policies, strategies and programs to contribute to the effective implementation of relevant AU Policy Organs Decisions;
• Ensure the delivery of the directorate’s annual targets in line with the organization’s overall goals and maintains robust departmental monitoring and evaluation systems;
• Provide technical leadership and ensures efficient functioning of all Divisions within the directorate;
• Manage the work of the Directorate and supervises direct reports to ensure their effective performance in line with the organization’s performance management policy and system;
• Lead the directorate and ensures effective management of programme implementation such as communication and stakeholder engagement strategy, health policies and diplomacy initiatives and resource mobilisation strategies in accordance with relevant rules, policies and procedures;
• Build and maintain good working relations and collaboration with other directorates/departments;
• Develop and maintain regular working relations with senior stakeholders in Member State, media and partner institutions;
• Provide strategic support, guidance and training to the team, to ensure effective delivery on the directorate and division’s priorities.
• Facilitate public and stakeholder input to inform the development and implementation of an impactful strategic communication, stakeholder engagement and resource mobilisation strategy
• Measure and communicating performance and impact strategic communication, marketing and resource mobilisation initiative, including regular reporting to the public.
  
  
  

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in strategic / organizational, communication, Marketing, international relations, public policy, or related field with at least Fifteen (15) years of experience out of which eight (8) years should be at managerial level, and five (5) in direct supervisory role is required.
• Additional experience and training in Diplomacy, fundraising, marketing and advocacy efforts is an added advantage.
• Experience in Public Health area will be an asset
•  Demonstrated understanding of the latest communications and marketing trends.
• A minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible experience in public information and communication, international relations, public policy, or related area is required.

Essential

• Proven experience of leading a highly effective and successful Marketing and Communications or External Affairs department, with responsibility for directing, marketing and communications, and a number of other relevant functions, which could include policy, public affairs, resource mobilisation and partnerships.
• Advanced knowledge of Strategic communications, marketing and partnership principles.
• Significant experience of developing senior-level external relationships and securing the highest-level advocacy, including developing and harnessing strong networks across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Advance understanding of stakeholder engagement.
• Extensive experience of leading, motivating and managing teams with the ability to promote a culture of high performance, continuous improvement and innovation.
• Experience and successful track record working in a diverse complex fast paced environments and the ability to influence positive change.
• Knowledge and passion for data and insights.
• Senior level experience in Corporate strategic policy, frameworks, project management and planning
• Knowledge of financial management
• Commercially astute
• Proven success of transformational change management and implementing process change through people and capacity building. Ability to address a range of issues in the context of political developments, public attitudes and local conditions.
• Ability to advise on and develop concrete solutions to high profile and sensitive communication challenges. Ability to assess world-wide communication environments, develop communication strategies and manage implementation of public information campaigns with various promotional and publicity techniques.

Desirable

• Experience of working in international affairs in an international organisation
• International experience in a professional, educational or voluntary capacity
• Experience of working with external partners, funders and media.
•  A well-developed understanding of the fundraising, strategic communications, marketing and public policy, governance and diplomacy.
• An understanding of changing economic, political, and social environments affecting the Africa CDC.
• An understanding and analysis of Africa and global political space and atmosphere
•  High level of diplomatic and communication etiquette.
• High level interpersonal skills.
• Membership or an internationally recognized professional communication body (e.g., PR, MPR) is mandatory.

Specific Responsibilities

• Support the DG to drive and deliver the Africa CDC vision, mission and the ‘New Public Health Order’ strategy on Africa, with overall accountability for the achievement of assigned strategic priorities.
• Work in shaping Africa CDC by increasing effectiveness, innovation, building capacity and creating a high-performance culture across the organisation.
• Champion cross-functional working and integration through matrix management, knowledge exchange, collaboration and inclusion.
• Coach and mentor functional leads, to continue to build strong, capable, confident and autonomous team leaders.
• Develop and implement an external engagement strategy that advances the purpose, strategy and priorities of the Africa CDC by developing and nurturing relationships and partnerships of influence, enhancing the reputation of the Africa CDC and its members, and communicating how our work in public health is impacting Africa and building a better world.
• Provide inspirational and strategic leadership to the Communications and Public Information, Resource mobilisation and Fundraising functions, and Policy and Health Diplomacy ensuring the leads in these areas achieve their goals and deliver the operating plan objectives to support the ambitions of the organisation.
• Develop, implement and grow a new resource mobilisation & fundraising function to achieve our ambitious targets for Africa CDC to be financial sufficient and independent.
• Assume overall responsibility for the external engagement budget, assisting with the development and oversight of financial management for the Africa CDC.
• Support the Director General and Senior Leadership Team messaging, providing technical and policy advice on highly complex public information, diplomatic and communications issues providing diverse materials (briefings, speeches, questions and answers) for use by senior officials, develop or overall see development of high-profile multi-media communications campaigns; set quality and production standards for information dissemination.
• Design and implement campaigns to ensure constant dissemination of Africa CDC flagship publication findings and key project.
• Support Executive Leadership’s relationship management efforts with donors and high-level government official.
• Support the Director General and Senior Leadership Team messaging, providing technical and policy advice on highly complex public information, diplomatic and communications issues providing diverse materials (briefings, speeches, questions and answers) for use by senior officials, develop or overall see development of high-profile multi-media communications campaigns; set quality and production standards for information dissemination.

• Cultivate and nurture relationships with external stakeholders, including government agencies, non-profit organizations, community groups, and industry partners.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for external inquiries and collaborations.
• Develop and implement strategic engagement plans aligned with the Africa CDC’s mission, goals, and public health priorities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate external relations strategies into overall organizational planning.
• Lead advocacy efforts to influence public health policies, legislation, and regulations.
• Develop and implement community outreach initiatives to raise awareness of public health issues and the organization’s programs.
• Collaborate with community leaders and organizations to address local health needs.
• Collaborate with the development team to identify and pursue funding opportunities from government agencies, foundations, and corporate partners.
• Cultivate relationships with potential donors and sponsors.
•  Plan and execute events to promote the organization’s mission and engage with stakeholders.
• Work closely with internal teams, including program managers, researchers, and communications specialists, to ensure coordinated external engagement efforts.
• Exercise judgement to prioritize Executive Leadership’s media opportunities, and prepare talking points, Op-eds, speeches, presentations and other supporting materials, as needed.
•  Be responsible for the execution of resource mobilization activities, including proposals, relationship management with current and prospective donors.
• Ensure resource mobilization strategy is closely coordinated with Africa CDC communications and Diplomacy activities.
•  Assess the overall effectiveness of Africa CDC communication, stakeholder engagement and resource mobilisation strategy and programmes, and ensures the success of needed changes in approach and technique.
• Perform any other duties.
  
  
  

Required Skills

Result Oriented: 

• Strategic thinker, capable of working at a senior level and contributing at Board/Council level
• Entrepreneurial with the ability to input on strategic planning from a commercial standpoint
• Ability to anticipate future opportunities and problems, taking strategic and pre-emptive action
• Ability to set and achieve comprehensive goals for performance and growth
• Passion for working in the developing world and creating positive change

Leadership: 

• Inspire confidence and promote shared values that underpin the ethos of the African Union and Africa CDC
• Inspires others, is visible, adaptive, authentic and engenders trust
• Visible leadership, promoting collective leadership for taking teams through significant programmes of change
• Passion and commitment for continuous improvement
•  Ambitious individual who has personal drive to succeed and develop their own career, and support their teams to strive for excellence.
• Political and diplomatic prowess

Building and Managing Teams: 

• Directs and coaches’ others throughout the organisation and enables people to perform at their best.
• Ability to recognise and cultivate rising talent.
• Creates a positive team environment.
• Creates cohesion, developing synergies and achieves through common goals.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills: 

• High emotional and social intelligence.
• Collaborative, supportive, calm under pressure, solution focused and able to lead others effectively in such a way that encourages maximum performance and engagement.
• Exceptional communicator both in writing and in person to a range of audiences.

Relationship Management: 

• Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and negotiate with a wide range of stakeholders and partners.
• The gravitas and credibility to influence both within and beyond the organisation

Analytical Skills: 

• Conceptual thinker, innovative and capable of complex problem solving
• The ability to work well under pressure and take a considered, measured position

Results Orientated:

• Desire for success and the motivation to constantly seek improvement
• Ability and drive to manage organisational complexity
• A high level of resilience with the ability to initiate and drive decisions
•  Tenacious, adaptable and the ability to get things done
• The highest levels of self-awareness, commitment, and integrity
• A proven commitment to fairness, inclusion, equality, diversity, and transparenc

Values:  A strong commitment to the African Union and Africa CDC values

Leadership Competencies

Core Competencies

Functional Competencies

Purpose of Job

The Director Health Systems Strengthening and Public Health Institutes is responsible for leading and coordinating the efforts in strengthening health systems and public health institutes across Africa, ensuring the alignment with Africa CDC’s strategic plan and regional health priorities. This role involves providing technical guidance, fostering collaboration, and enhancing capacity building in public health practice, surveillance, and emergency response.

Main Functions

• Facilitate the translation of Africa CDC technical reference policy, guidance, plans, and tools into Regional Collaborating Centers (RCC) contexts.
• Coordinate and facilitate the development of RCC work plans for regional surveillance capacity strengthening and workforce development.
• Facilitate public health technical assistance between RCCs and National Public Health Institutes (NPHIs), providing scientific and policy guidance.
• Assist Collaborating Centers in building core capacities of NPHIs in AU member states, focusing on quality improvement guidelines for public health emergencies prevention.
• Provide technical guidance and support to RCCs, including developing implementation, monitoring, and evaluation plans.
• Lead the technical design of proposals/programs and contribute to the development of briefing notes, strategy documents, and guidelines.
• Foster an enabling environment for research collaborations among RCCs, promoting information sharing and knowledge dissemination.
• Facilitate RCC linkages to Africa CDC Emergency Operations Center activities, ensuring rapid deployment of resources during outbreaks.
• Coordinate development of RCC preparedness and response plans and assessments in collaboration with relevant units.
  
  
  

Specific Responsibilities

• Facilitate strengthening of RCC disease surveillance monitoring and reporting by adapting Africa CDC surveillance policies and tools to regional contexts.
• Lead efforts to document results and lessons from projects in white papers, journal articles, and other publications.
• Prepare input for reports, slides, and other materials as required.
• Represent Africa CDC at external technical events, learning forums, and conferences.
• Advocate for health systems strengthening and capacity building in public health at various platforms.
• Provide technical services delivery in support of Africa CDC Emergency Response activities as directed by the Africa CDC Incident Commander.
• Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall objectives of Africa CDC.
  
  
  

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Advanced degree (Ph.D., MD, or equivalent) in Public Health, Medical Sciences.
• Master’s degree in in Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Systems Management.
• With a minimum of 15 years of experience in public health, health systems strengthening, or related field. Eight (8) of which should have been served at managerial level and five (5) years at supervisory level.
• Proven track record in leadership roles within public health or scientific research organizations.
• Experience in international organizations is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in program development, policy formulation, and emergency response management.
  
  
  

Essential 

• Significant experience of developing senior-level external relationships and securing the highest-level advocacy, including developing and harnessing strong networks across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Advance understanding of stakeholder engagement.
• Extensive experience of leading, motivating and managing teams with the ability to promote a culture of high performance, continuous improvement and innovation.
• Experience and successful track record working in a diverse complex fast paced environments and the ability to influence positive change.
• Strong leadership and strategic management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Proficient in risk management and organizational resilience.
• Demonstrated capability in resource mobilization and financial management.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse, multi-cultural environment.
  
  
  

Desirable 

• Experience of working in international affairs in an international organization
• Experience of working with external partners, funders, and media.
• An understanding of changing economic, political, and social environments affecting the Africa CDC.
• An understanding and analysis of Africa and global political space and atmosphere
• High level of diplomatic and communication etiquette.
• High level interpersonal skills.
  
  
  

Required Skills

Result Oriented:  

• Strategic thinker, capable of working at a senior level and contributing at Board/Council level
• Entrepreneurial with the ability to input on strategic planning from a commercial standpoint
• Ability to anticipate future opportunities and problems, taking strategic and pre-emptive action
• Ability to set and achieve comprehensive goals for performance and growth
• Passion for working in the developing world and creating positive change

Leadership:  

• Inspire confidence and promote shared values that underpin the ethos of the African Union and Africa CDC
• Inspires others, is visible, adaptive, authentic and engenders trust
• Visible leadership, promoting collective leadership for taking teams through significant programmes of change.
• Passion and commitment for continuous improvement
• Ambitious individual who has personal drive to succeed and develop their own career, and support their teams to strive for excellence.
• Political and diplomatic prowess
  
  
  

Building and Managing Teams:  

• Directs and coaches’ others throughout the organisation and enables people to perform at their best.
• Ability to recognise and cultivate rising talent.
• Creates a positive team environment.
• Creates cohesion, developing synergies and achieves through common goals.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:  

• High emotional and social intelligence.
• Collaborative, supportive, calm under pressure, solution focused and able to lead others effectively in such a way that encourages maximum performance and engagement.
• Exceptional communicator both in writing and in person to a range of audiences.

Relationship Management:  

• Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and negotiate with a wide range of stakeholders and partners.
• The gravitas and credibility to influence both within and beyond the organisation
• Analytical Skills:
• Conceptual thinker, innovative and capable of complex problem solving
• The ability to work well under pressure and take a considered, measured position

Results Oientated: 

• Desire for success and the motivation to constantly seek improvement
• Ability and drive to manage organisational complexity
• A high level of resilience with the ability to initiate and drive decisions
• Tenacious, adaptable and the ability to get things done
• The highest levels of self-awareness, commitment, and integrity
• A proven commitment to fairness, inclusion, equality, diversity, and transparency
  
  
  

Leadership Competencies

Core Competencies

Functional Competencies

Purpose of Job

The Director of Science and Innovation is responsible for guiding the technical management and strategic direction of public health medical and scientific programs at Africa CDC. This role involves establishing policies, providing expert advice, and overseeing research and innovation initiatives to address public health challenges in Africa.

Main Functions

• Draw on personal knowledge and expertise in technical management of public health medical/scientific programs to establish overall guidelines and policies.
•  Develop basic recommendations for research studies and analyses.
•  Provide medical/scientific advice on critical public health issues, especially those affecting African populations.
• Serve as a leading authority, integrating knowledge and experience of public health medical/scientific programs and policies for guidance on procedural and policy issues.
• Oversee implementation and provide guidance for cross-cutting operational, translational, and capacity-development research linked to outcomes and outputs.
•  Establish the Africa CDC Institutional Review Board (IRB) and ensure compliance with international standards.
• Develop, coordinate, and collaborate on the development and implementation of remote-learning and sharing of health-related materials.
• Provide medical/scientific advice and assistance in developing procedures, methods, and strategies for partnering with other nations and global institutions.
• Provide expert medical, technical, and scientific advice to staff for the planning, conduct, implementation, analysis, and publication of applied scientific projects.
• Serve on review committees, study groups, public health task groups, or comparable groups, and develop relevant policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  
  
  

Specific Responsibilities

• Consult on, monitor, and measure the outcomes of programs through studies evaluating effectiveness.
• Provide the Chief of Staff with recommendations to improve and/or overcome shortfalls and deficiencies in programs.
• Resolve problems, modify procedures, develop and interpret complex policies to meet new conditions, and defend public health policies.
• Participate in project and program evaluations, ensuring accurate periodic agency reviews.
• Independently review reports, scientific papers, memoranda, and provide recommendations on scientific issues.
• Provide the Office of the Director General with replies to inquiries about specific agency issues and programs.
• Work closely with Secretariat leadership, Division, and RCCs to adjust programs as needed.
• Provide advice on human subject protection and linkages to institutional review boards.
• Identify and respond to ethical issues in scientific and programmatic aspects of the agency. Facilitate linkages to other IRBs for mentorship and information-seeking purposes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director General.
  
  
  

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Advanced degree (Ph.D., MD, or equivalent) in Public Health, Sciences, Technology, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in public health, Sciences, Technology, or a related field.
• With a minimum of fifteen (15) years of relevant experience. Eight (8) of which should have been served at managerial level and five (5) years at supervisory level.
• Proven track record in leadership roles within public health or scientific research organizations.
• Experience in international organizations is preferred.

Essential

• Significant experience of developing senior-level external relationships and securing the highest-level advocacy, including developing and harnessing strong networks across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Advance understanding of stakeholder engagement.
• Extensive experience of leading, motivating and managing teams with the ability to promote a culture of high performance, continuous improvement and innovation.
•  Experience and successful track record working in a diverse complex fast paced environments and the ability to influence positive change.
• Strong leadership and management capabilities.
• Expertise in public health and scientific research.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic vision and innovative thinking.
•  Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
  
  
  

Desirable

•  Experience of working in international affairs in an international organization
•  Experience of working with external partners, funders, and media.
• An understanding of changing economic, political, and social environments affecting the Africa CDC.
• An understanding and analysis of Africa and global political space and atmosphere
• High level of diplomatic and communication etiquette.
•  High level interpersonal skills.
  
  
  

Required Skills

Result Oriented:

•  Strategic thinker, capable of working at a senior level and contributing at Board/Council level
•  Entrepreneurial with the ability to input on strategic planning from a commercial standpoint
•  Ability to anticipate future opportunities and problems, taking strategic and pre-emptive action
•  Ability to set and achieve comprehensive goals for performance and growth
•  Passion for working in the developing world and creating positive change

Leadership: 

•   Inspire confidence and promote shared values that underpin the ethos of the African Union and Africa CDC
•  Inspires others, is visible, adaptive, authentic and engenders trust
• Visible leadership, promoting collective leadership for taking teams through significant programmes of change.
•  Passion and commitment for continuous improvement
• Ambitious individual who has personal drive to succeed and develop their own career, and support their teams to strive for excellence.
•  Political and diplomatic prowess
  
  
  

Building and Managing Teams: 

• Directs and coaches’ others throughout the organisation and enables people to perform at their best.
• Ability to recognise and cultivate rising talent.
• Creates a positive team environment.
• Creates cohesion, developing synergies and achieves through common goals.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
• High emotional and social intelligence.
• Collaborative, supportive, calm under pressure, solution focused and able to lead others effectively in such a way that encourages maximum performance and engagement.
•  Exceptional communicator both in writing and in person to a range of audiences.

Relationship Management: 

•  Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and negotiate with a wide range of stakeholders and partners.
•  The gravitas and credibility to influence both within and beyond the organisation

Analytical Skills: 

•  Conceptual thinker, innovative and capable of complex problem solving
• The ability to work well under pressure and take a considered, measured position

Results Orientated:

•  Desire for success and the motivation to constantly seek improvement
• Ability and drive to manage organisational complexity
•  A high level of resilience with the ability to initiate and drive decisions
•  Tenacious, adaptable and the ability to get things done
• The highest levels of self-awareness, commitment, and integrity
• A proven commitment to fairness, inclusion, equality, diversity, and transparency

Values:  A strong commitment to the African Union and Africa CDC values

Leadership Competencies

Core Competencies

Functional Competencies

Purpose of Job

The Director of Centres for Disease Control, Prevention, and Health Promotion is responsible for leading and strategically managing the Department of Disease Control, Prevention, and Health Promotion, aligning with the overarching goals of the Africa CDC. This role involves overseeing the development and implementation of policies and strategies, managing risk, and fostering stakeholder engagement to promote public health initiatives across the continent.

Main Functions

• Develop and implement strategic policies aligned with the department’s goals to address key issues in disease control, prevention, and health promotion.
• Design comprehensive policy programs to effectively achieve strategic objectives.
• Contribute to the development and ensure the implementation of the departmental business continuity plan at the division level.
• Oversee and supervise employees within the division, fostering a productive and collaborative work environment.
• Manage divisional risk and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to the creation of an inspiring work environment conducive to staff development and professional progression.
• Engage with stakeholders within Member States and Regional Economic Communities (RECs) in the design and implementation of strategies.
• Represent the organization at conferences and other public forums, articulating its position and fostering partnerships.
• Mobilize funding from donors to execute strategies and activities effectively.
• Oversee the preparation of periodic financial and budget execution reports, monitoring budget execution at the divisional level.
  
  
  

Specific Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic policies aligned with the department’s goals to address key issues in disease control, prevention, and health promotion.
• Design comprehensive policy programs to effectively achieve strategic objectives.
• Contribute to the development and ensure the implementation of the departmental business continuity plan at the division level.
• Oversee and supervise employees within the division, fostering a productive and collaborative work environment.
• Manage divisional risk and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to the creation of an inspiring work environment conducive to staff development and professional progression.
• Engage with stakeholders within Member States and Regional Economic Communities (RECs) in the design and implementation of strategies.
• Represent the organization at conferences and other public forums, articulating its position and fostering partnerships.
• Mobilize funding from donors to execute strategies and activities effectively.
• Oversee the preparation of periodic financial and budget execution reports, monitoring budget execution at the divisional level.

Superviser la préparation des rapports périodiques sur l’exécution des finances et du budget, en surveillant l’exécution du budget au niveau de la division.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Advanced degree (Ph.D., MD, or equivalent) in Public Health, Medical Sciences. With a minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in public health management. Eight (8) of which should have been served at managerial level and five (5) years at supervisory level.
• Master degree in Laboratory Sciences, Public Health or Epidemiology.
• Proven track record in leadership roles within public health or scientific research organizations.
• Experience in international organizations is preferred.

Essential

• Significant experience of developing senior-level external relationships and securing the highest-level advocacy, including developing and harnessing strong networks across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Advance understanding of stakeholder engagement.
• Extensive experience of leading, motivating and managing teams with the ability to promote a culture of high performance, continuous improvement and innovation.
• Experience and successful track record working in a diverse complex fast paced environments and the ability to influence positive change.
• Strong leadership and strategic management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Proficient in risk management and organizational resilience.
• Demonstrated capability in resource mobilization and financial management.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse, multi-cultural environment.
  
  
  

Desirable

• Experience of working in international affairs in an international organization
• Experience of working with external partners, funders, and media.
• An understanding of changing economic, political, and social environments affecting the Africa CDC.
• An understanding and analysis of Africa and global political space and atmosphere
• High level of diplomatic and communication etiquette.
• High level interpersonal skills.

Required Skills

Result Oriented:

• Strategic thinker, capable of working at a senior level and contributing at Board/Council level
• Entrepreneurial with the ability to input on strategic planning from a commercial standpoint
• Ability to anticipate future opportunities and problems, taking strategic and pre-emptive action
• Ability to set and achieve comprehensive goals for performance and growth
• Passion for working in the developing world and creating positive change

Leadership:

• Inspire confidence and promote shared values that underpin the ethos of the African Union and Africa CDC
• Inspires others, is visible, adaptive, authentic and engenders trust
• Visible leadership, promoting collective leadership for taking teams through significant programmes of change.
• Passion and commitment for continuous improvement
• Ambitious individual who has personal drive to succeed and develop their own career, and support their teams to strive for excellence.
• Political and diplomatic prowess

Building and Managing Teams:

• Directs and coaches’ others throughout the organisation and enables people to perform at their best.

• Ability to recognise and cultivate rising talent.
• Creates a positive team environment.
• Creates cohesion, developing synergies and achieves through common goals.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• High emotional and social intelligence.

• Collaborative, supportive, calm under pressure, solution focused and able to lead others effectively in such a way that encourages maximum performance and engagement.
• Exceptional communicator both in writing and in person to a range of audiences.

Relationship Management:

• Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and negotiate with a wide range of stakeholders and partners.
• The gravitas and credibility to influence both within and beyond the organisation

Analytical Skills:

• Conceptual thinker, innovative and capable of complex problem solving

• The ability to work well under pressure and take a considered, measured position

Results Orientated:

• Desire for success and the motivation to constantly seek improvement
• Ability and drive to manage organisational complexity
• A high level of resilience with the ability to initiate and drive decisions
• Tenacious, adaptable and the ability to get things done
• The highest levels of self-awareness, commitment, and integrity
• A proven commitment to fairness, inclusion, equality, diversity, and transparency

Values:  A strong commitment to the African Union and Africa CDC values

Leadership Competencies

Core Competencies

Functional Competencies

Purpose of Job

The Director of Centres for Public Health Emergency Management is responsible for leading and strategically managing the Centres, aligning with the overarching goals of the Africa CDC. This includes strategic planning, program development, emergency response coordination, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. The individual in this role plays a crucial part in ensuring the center’s preparedness and effectiveness in managing public health emergencies.

Main Functions

• Develop and implement strategic policies aligned with the department’s goals to address key issues in disease control, prevention, and health promotion.
• Design comprehensive policy programs to effectively achieve strategic objectives.
• Contribute to the development and ensure the implementation of the departmental business continuity plan at the division level.
• Oversee and supervise employees within the division, fostering a productive and collaborative work environment.
• Manage divisional risk and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to the creation of an inspiring work environment conducive to staff development and professional progression.
• Engage with stakeholders within Member States and Regional Economic Communities (RECs) in the design and implementation of strategies.
• Represent the organization at conferences and other public forums, articulating its position and fostering partnerships.
• Mobilize funding from donors to execute strategies and activities effectively.
• Oversee the preparation of periodic financial and budget execution reports, monitoring budget execution at the divisional level.
  
  
  

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in shaping policies and strategies related to public health emergency management.
• Design, implement, and evaluate programs aimed at enhancing public health emergency preparedness, response, and recovery.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop and update protocols for different types of emergencies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for public health emergencies, coordinating responses and ensuring effective communication among relevant stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local, regional, and national emergency response agencies.
• Manage the center’s budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and resource allocation for emergency preparedness initiatives.
• Identify and secure funding opportunities through grants, partnerships, and other means.
• Oversee the development and delivery of training programs for staff, healthcare professionals, and community partners to enhance emergency preparedness and response capabilities.
• Collaborate with public health agencies, government entities, healthcare organizations, and community groups to foster a coordinated and effective response to public health emergencies.
• Communicate effectively with the media, public, and other stakeholders during emergencies.
• Engage with stakeholders within Member States and Regional Economic Communities (RECs) in the design and implementation of strategies.
• Oversee the preparation of periodic financial and budget execution reports, monitoring budget execution at the divisional level.
  
  
  

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Advanced degree (Ph.D., MD, or equivalent) in Public Health, Medical Sciences or equivalent.
• Master’s degree in public health, Epidemiology or equivalentt with a minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in public health management. Eight (8) of which should have been served at managerial level and five (5) years at supervisory level.
• Proven track record in leadership roles within public health or scientific research organizations.
• Experience in international organizations is preferred.

Essential

• Academic and Experience Requirements
• Significant experience of developing senior-level external relationships and securing the highest-level advocacy, including developing and harnessing strong networks across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Advance understanding of stakeholder engagement.
• Extensive experience of leading, motivating and managing teams with the ability to promote a culture of high performance, continuous improvement and innovation.
• Experience and successful track record working in a diverse complex fast paced environments and the ability to influence positive change.
• Strong leadership and strategic management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Proficient in risk management and organizational resilience.
• Demonstrated capability in resource mobilization and financial management.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse, multi-cultural environment.

Desirable

• Experience of working in international affairs in an international organization
• Experience of working with external partners, funders, and media.
• An understanding of changing economic, political, and social environments affecting the Africa CDC.
• An understanding and analysis of Africa and global political space and atmosphere
• High level of diplomatic and communication etiquette.
• High level interpersonal skills.
  
  
  

Required Skills

Result Oriented:

• Strategic thinker, capable of working at a senior level and contributing at Board/Council level
• Entrepreneurial with the ability to input on strategic planning from a commercial standpoint
• Ability to anticipate future opportunities and problems, taking strategic and pre-emptive action
• Ability to set and achieve comprehensive goals for performance and growth
• Passion for working in the developing world and creating positive change

Leadership:

• Inspire confidence and promote shared values that underpin the ethos of the African Union and Africa CDC
• Inspires others, is visible, adaptive, authentic and engenders trust
• Visible leadership, promoting collective leadership for taking teams through significant programmes of change.
• Passion and commitment for continuous improvement
• Ambitious individual who has personal drive to succeed and develop their own career, and support their teams to strive for excellence.
• Political and diplomatic prowess
• Building and Managing Teams:
• Directs and coaches’ others throughout the organisation and enables people to perform at their best.
• Ability to recognise and cultivate rising talent.
• Creates a positive team environment.
• Creates cohesion, developing synergies and achieves through common goals.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• High emotional and social intelligence.
• Collaborative, supportive, calm under pressure, solution focused and able to lead others effectively in such a way that encourages maximum performance and engagement.
• Exceptional communicator both in writing and in person to a range of audiences.

Relationship Management:

• Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and negotiate with a wide range of stakeholders and partners.
• The gravitas and credibility to influence both within and beyond the organisation

Analytical Skills:

• Conceptual thinker, innovative and capable of complex problem solving
• The ability to work well under pressure and take a considered, measured position

Results Orientated:

• Desire for success and the motivation to constantly seek improvement
• Ability and drive to manage organisational complexity
• A high level of resilience with the ability to initiate and drive decisions
• Tenacious, adaptable and the ability to get things done
• The highest levels of self-awareness, commitment, and integrity
• A proven commitment to fairness, inclusion, equality, diversity, and transparency

Values: A strong commitment to the African Union and Africa CDC values

Leadership Competencies

Core Competencies

Functional Competencies