Senior Adviser, Science Technology and Innovation

4 weeks ago


Johannesburg, South Africa AUDA-NEPAD Full time

The African Union Development Agency invites applicants who are citizens of African Union Member States for the post of **Senior Adviser, Science Technology and Innovation.**

Under the supervision of the Chief Executive Officer, the Senior Adviser, Science Technology and Innovation (STI) will oversee and manage the implementation of STI-related policies and initiatives. The incumbent will also provide strategic guidance and advisory services on STI-driven policies to support AUDA-NEPAD's strategic and programmatic priorities.

**Required Skills and Competencies**
- Experience working with quantitative and qualitative methodologies, operations research, public sector management information systems, reporting, data quality assessments, data analysis and presentation.
- Experience processing and analysing data using one or more statistical software packages.
- Demonstrated strong management, coordination, teamwork and planning skills.
- Excellent diplomacy skills and a proven ability to establish and maintain interpersonal and professional relationships with AUDA-NEPAD, Member States and other stakeholders.
- Experience in managing organisational resources and deployment in pursuit of innovative approaches and initiatives.
- Experience in leading and supervising a diverse team and the ability to leverage limited resources and staff for maximum impact.
- Expertise in identifying and adapting best practices to specific project contexts.
- Ability to always maintain confidentiality at the highest level.
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail and thoroughness.
- High level of integrity and accountability, flexible approaches to work coupled with enthusiasm, commitment and energy.
- Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure with a wide range of individuals and institutions
- Excellent computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, SAP ERP) essential.

**Qualifications And Experience**
- Design and development of STI strategies, policies and related programs.
- Intensive engagement and expertise in technology development, demonstration, and deployment, and strong familiarity with working with national innovation systems and academia.
- Design, monitoring, and evaluation of the projects/programmes or related areas.
- Prepare, manage, and conduct impact evaluations, including the use of various research methods, methodologies, and evaluation technology. At least five (5) years should be at the management level.

**Applications**:should be forwarded utilizing ‘’Arial’’ font 11.5**:To apply, please submit the following:

- A motivation letter stating reasons for seeking employment with the African Union Development Agency.
- A detailed and updated curriculum vitae (CV), not exceeding five (5) pages and indicating your nationality, age and gender.
- Certified copies of degrees and diplomas.

**Remuneration**:Indicative basic salary of US$67,966.60** **per annum plus other entitlements e.g., Post Adjustment (57% of basic salary), Housing allowance ($27,290.88 per annum), gratuity (5% of basic salary), medical aid, life and accident insurance in conformity with the rules and procedures applicable to internationally recruited staff of the African Union.

**Applications **must be received not later than **Monday, 6 May 2024**.

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