Job Description
The Coordinator in the Office of the Deputy Director General supports the DDG to ensure the smooth and efficient coordination of the Centers and programmes, including business continuity for the achievement of the goals of the Africa CDC.
Job Industry
Public Health, Health communications
Job Salary Currency
USDJob Salary Fixed
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Main Functions
- Provide organizational, technical and coordination support in the Office of the DDG.
- Identify best approaches and practices and monitor effectiveness of the Centers and Programmes of the Africa CDC.
- Contribute to the development of the strategies and business continuity plan for the Office of the DDG and Africa CDC in general.
- Foster and ensure implementation of initiatives across all Centers and Programmes of Africa CDC.
- Support the organization of thematic networks, consultations and meetings on development cooperation and international relations to further the objectives of the Africa CDC.
- Develop materials and provide necessary training and support to the Centers and Programmes as required.
- Provide guidance relating to programme review and implementation, as required.
Specific Responsibilities
- Provides technical support to the Deputy Director General, in coordinating the operations of the centers and programmes of the Africa CDC.
- Oversees the daily activities and agenda of the Deputy Director General and follows up on actions.
- Assists the Deputy Director General with directing, managing and motivating staff in the core office of the DDG.
- Proactively identifies and recommends new policies and procedures related to operational programme issues and assists in the implementation of all processes and procedures.
- Contributes to the development of strategies and business continuity plans of the Centres and Programmes reporting to the Office of the DDG and supports their implementation.
- Fosters and ensures implementation of relevant initiatives by all centres and programmes reporting to the Office of the DDG.
- Supports Centers and Programmes reporting to the DDG in determining programme objectives and priorities.
- Provides support in resolution of issues that go across Center and Programme lines.
- Supports seamless coordination among Centers and Programmes under the oversight of the DDG.
- Supports the Deputy Director General to monitor adherence to policies and processes throughout the Africa CDC centers.
- Any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.
Academic Experiences
Qualification | Industry |
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Master'S Degree | Public Health, Health communications |
Essential Qualities
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Special Benefits for this Position
The salary attached to the position is an annual lump-sum of US$ 126,440.93 (P5 Step 5) inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US$ 108,357.41 inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff of the African Union Commission.
Application Process
Close Date
06/05/2024