African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) for African Professionals 2023

About African Union

The African Union (AU) is a continental body consisting of the 55 member states that make up the countries of the African Continent. It was officially launched in 2002 as a successor to the Organisation of African Unity (OAU, 1963-1999). The main objectives of the OAU were to rid the continent of the remaining vestiges of colonisation and apartheid; to promote unity and solidarity amongst African States; to coordinate and intensify cooperation for development; to safeguard the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Member States and to promote international cooperation

African Union Youth Volunteer Corps

• Category Postgraduate
• Organisation African Union
• Country to study–
• School to study–
• Course to study Not specified
• Application Deadline September 19, 2023

Aim and Benefits of African Union Youth Volunteer Corps

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

Requirements for African Union Youth Volunteer Corps Qualification

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.

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

Documents Required for Application

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)

4. 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?

Application Deadline

September 19, 2023

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to African Union on career2.successfactors.eu to apply

To submit your application:
1. 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

2. Fill out your personal information and complete the application form

3. 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

*Disclaimer: Please note the African Union at no point charges or request facilitation fees to process applications.

NB; Applications must be submitted no later than Tuesday September 19, 2023 11h59 p.m. EAT.

For more details, visit AU website

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