The African Union (AU) is seeking applications from interested Africans who wishes to participate in The African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC), holding in Ethiopia. On this page you will find the requirement and eligibility to participate in the programme and also on this page is the link to begin application.
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Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Citizen of an AU Member State living on the continent or in the Diaspora.
- Aged 18 – 35 years (must be under the age of 35 upon completing 12 months service)
- Have a post-secondary certified qualification(s) (TVET, Bachelor’s, Master’s etc.)
- Available in 2023/24 to dedicate 12 (twelve) months for professional volunteer service.
- Willing to live and work in another AU Member State.
- Is proficient in at least one AU working language (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, Swahili, Spanish).
- Has at least one-year verifiable volunteering experience and one-year professional work
- experience.
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Required Skills
- Proficient computer skills (MS Word, Excel and Power Point)
- Proficiency with e-mail and internet applications,
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
- Proficiency in one of the AU officials working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic, Spanish, Kiswahili) and fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage
Core Competencies:
- Ability to communicate clearly
- Ability to write clearly and concisely
- Be committed to work
- Ability to work harmoniously in a multi-cultural environment
- Possess the highest standard of moral conduct and integrity
Volunteer Entitlements
The African Union Commission and partners will cover the full costs of pre-deployment training and subsequent volunteer deployment for successful candidates. An African Union Youth Volunteers receive the following benefits & opportunities:
- Unique opportunity to engage at highest continental policy and programs at the African Union
- Network with Young African leaders from across the continent
- Economy return ticket to place of deployment
- A monthly stipend to cover living expenses
- Health insurance cover
- AU Service Passport
- Separation allowance on successful completion of twelve months service
- Training and mentorship opportunities
Application Closing Date
19th September, 2023 11h59 p.m. EAT.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Application Process
To submit your application:
- Visit the AU careers website; careers.au.int click on the AUYVC post:
- If you are a registered user, log in
- If you are not a registered user, create an account
- Fill out your personal information and complete the application form
- Attach the following documents:
- Your updated professional CV (no longer than 3 pages)
- Bio page of your passport or national ID
- Certificate copy of your highest completed qualification (transcripts are not acceptable)
- Attach a letter of recommendation (not older than 2 years) attesting to your
- leadership qualities (in the manifesto folder)
- Attach your cover letter. In your cover letter please respond to the following questions:
- Why do you want to become an African Union Youth Volunteer?
- What makes you the best candidate for AUYVC?
- What skills are you bringing to the AUYVC and your host organization?
- Review and submit your application before: Tuesday September 19, 2023 11h59 p.m. EAT. Please note:
- Incomplete and late applications will not be considered
- Only successful applicants will be contacted
- Providing incomplete or incorrect information is ground for immediate disqualification
Note: Please note the African Union at no point charges or request facilitation fees to process applications.