SENIOR STATISTICS AND RESEARCH OFFICER – AFRICAN INSTITUTE FOR REMITTANCES (AIR)
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- Expire le: 13-11-2018
African Union
Nairobi, Kenya
Humanitaire (ONG, Associations, ...), Projet/programme de développement
External Publication of Job Posting 50584743
Job Posting Title : SENIOR STATISTICS AND RESEARCH OFFICER – AFRICAN INSTITUTE FOR REMITTANCES (AIR)
Start Date : 12.10.2018
End Date : 13.11.2018
Reference Code : AIR / 2018/11 - 03
Job Title : SENIOR STATISTICS AND RESEARCH OFFICER – AFRICAN INSTITUTE FOR REMITTANCES (AIR)
Organization
The African Union (AU), established as a unique Pan African continental body, is charged with the responsibility
of spearheading Africa’s rapid integration and sustainable development by promoting unity, solidarity, cohesion
and cooperation among the peoples of Africa and African States as well as developing a new partnership
worldwide. Its Headquarters is located in Addis Ababa, capital city of Ethiopia.
The African Institute for Remittances (AIR) was established in 2014 as a Specialized Technical Office of the
African Union Commission (AUC) with the aim to assist the AU Member States to maximize the impact of
remittances for social and economic development in Africa.
Towards meeting its mission, the African Institute for Remittances will work with partners and African Union
member States in three strategic priority areas: 1) Improve the statistical measurement, compiling and reporting
capabilities of Member States on remittances data; 2) Promote appropriate changes to the legal and regulatory
frameworks for remittances, payment and settlement systems as well as use of innovative technology so as to
promote greater competition and efficiency, resulting in reductions of transfer costs; 3) Leverage the potential
impact of remittances on social and economic development of Member States as well as promoting the financial
inclusion.
In seeking to achieve this objective, the African Union intends to strengthen its capacity to deliver by, among
others, the reinforcement of its organizational structure and expertise. The Commission of the African Union
invites applicants who are national and citizens of AU Member States for a position of Senior Statistics and
Research Officer for the African Institute for Remittances.
Candidates from the following least represented countries at the African Union Commission are encouraged to
apply: Algeria, South Africa, Morocco, Angola, Ghana, Congo (DRC), Equatorial Guinea, South Sudan,
Namibia, Mali, Madagascar, Guinea-Conakry, Cape Verde, Central African Rep., Seychelles, Somalia, Guinea
Bissau, Saharawi Arab D.R., Comoros, Sao Tome and Principe.
Department
1. Post
Job title: Senior Statistics and Research Officer
Grade: P3
Department/Agency: African Institute for Remittances
Supervisor: Executive Director, AIR
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Number of Posts: 1
Project
2. Job Purpose
Under the direct supervision of the Executive Director, AIR, the Senior Statistics and Research Officer shall be
responsible for the preparation of appropriate strategic research programs; in collaboration with other
colleagues, design and propose appropriate technical assistance and capacity building programs for AU
Member States; monitor and evaluate impacts and improvements of capacity building activities on remittances
data.
Tasks
Major Duties and Responsibilities
The Senior Statistics and Research Officer, AIR shall:
a) Formulate and implement the research programs on remittances, disseminate findings and formulate
recommendations to address the main market inefficiencies;
b) Manage databases on remittance flows and prices and ensure timely collection and dissemination of
data;
c) Manage an effective Information Center on remittances;
d) Provide technical assistance for the implementation of the best practices for the improvement of
remittances data in the AU Member States;
e) Work collaboratively with other colleagues to achieve organizational goals;
f) Advise the Executive Director in remittances related activities;
g) Performs related activities assigned by the Executive Director.
Requirements
3. Academic Qualifications and Experience Requirements
• Master’s Degree in Economics, Finance and/or Statistics. A higher qualification would be an added
advantage.
• Continental, regional and International working experience;
• Database/software applications and management knowledge.
• At least 7 years of relevant working experience of which 3 years should have been in a supervisory
level in field related to socio-economic research, Finance, Remittances or Financial Inclusion.
OR
• Bachelor Degree or equivalent in Economics, Finance and/or Statistics. A higher qualification would be
an added advantage.
• At least 10 years of relevant working experience of which 5 years should have been in a supervisory
level in field related to socio-economic research, Finance, Remittances or Financial Inclusion.
4. Required Skills and Competences
A. Functional Skills
Profound understanding of remittances for development related issues;
Working knowledge of policy analysis, programmes/project management, implementation, monitoring
and evaluation;
Excellent organizational and time-management skills;
Excellent interpersonal relationship practices to meet and deal with persons of diverse backgrounds;
Demonstrated ability with regard to computer skills, including excellent word-processing capabilities,
database management, proficiency with internet applications and experience in using office software
applications such as MS Excel, Power Point and Word, and familiarity with electronic data processing systems
and ERP such as SAP.
B. Personal Abilities
Ability to deliver under tight deadlines and work well under pressure;
Analytical and problem solving abilities;
Ability to use clear, concise language in correspondence as well as including content fitting for the
purpose and audiences when preparing written briefs and reports;
Able to operate in a multicultural environment;
High level of autonomy at work, yet with profound team-spirit;
Adaptive, patient, resourceful, resilient and flexible;
Pro-active and solutions oriented.
5. Language Requirement:
Applicants must be proficient in at least one of the African Union working languages. Knowledge of one more or
several other working languages would be an added advantage.
6. Tenure of Appointment:
The appointment will be made on regular term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve
months be consider as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years
renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables.
7. Gender Mainstreaming:
The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
8. Remuneration:
Indicative basic salary of US$ 37,453 (P3 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post
adjustment (42% of Basic Salary), Housing allowance ($18,585.00 per annum), education allowance (100% of
tuition and other education related expenses for every eligible dependent up to a maximum of US$ 10, 000.00
per annum for the internationally recruited staff and $3,300 per child per annum for locally recruited staff).
How to Apply
All applications must reach the African Union Commission not later than 13th November 2018 through the AU
Commission's website http://www.aucareers.org.
Applications are pre-screened by the system according to the published requirements of the job opening on the
basis of the information provided in the application. In relation to the requirements of the job opening, applicants
must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their qualifications, including their education, work
experience, and language skills. Each applicant must bear in mind that submission of incomplete or inaccurate
applications may render that applicant ineligible for consideration for the job opening. Initial screening and
evaluation of applications will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted. Applications cannot be
amended following submission. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a
reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Directorate of Administration and Human Resources
Management, African Union Commission
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Contract Type
Regular (Long Duration)
Employment Fraction
Full-time
Branch
AFRICAN INSTITUTE FOR REMITTANCES (AIR)
City
Nairobi