African Union CIDO Recruitment – August 2025: 2 Positions Open for Applications

The African Union’s Citizens and Diaspora Organizations Directorate (CIDO) is a key body within the AU responsible for implementing the organization’s vision of a “people-oriented and driven” union. Its primary role is to serve as the official liaison between the African Union and non-state actors, including civil society organizations (CSOs) and the African diaspora

Current positions

Position 1 : Senior Programme Officer – Diaspora Engagement 

Purpose of Job

The Senior Programme Officer, Diaspora Engagement, will be responsible for coordinating and strengthening the engagement of African Diaspora organizations in the effective implementation of the African Union Theme of the Year 2025: “Justice for Africans and People of African Descent Through Reparations.” This role aims to leverage the influence and reach of the global African Diaspora to advance the theme’s objectives and foster a united front for reparatory justice.

Reporting Structure and Role Details

• Reports to: Director of the Citizens and Diaspora Organizations Directorate (CIDO)
• Directorate/Department/Organ: Citizens and Diaspora Organizations Directorate (CIDO)
• Division: Diaspora
• Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
• Job Grade: P3
• Contract Type: Appointment of Limited Duration
• Direct Reports: 2
• Indirect Reports: 1
• Number of Positions: 2

Education and Professional Experience

You will need either a Master’s degree with at least seven years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with at least ten years of relevant experience.

The required degrees are in fields such as:

• International Relations
• Diaspora Studies
• Human Rights
• Political Science
• Law
• Social Sciences

In either case, you must have at least three years of experience at an expert level. Your professional experience should be focused on program management, international relations, or diaspora engagement, with a strong emphasis on the African diaspora.

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Position 2: Senior Programme Officer, Civil Society Engagement

This is a P3-level, limited-duration appointment for one position located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, within the African Union’s Citizens and Diaspora Organizations Directorate (CIDO). The successful candidate will report to the Director of CIDO and will not have any direct or indirect reports.

Purpose of the Job

The Senior Programme Officer will be responsible for coordinating and facilitating the engagement of African civil society organizations in the effective implementation of the African Union’s Theme of the Year 2025: “Justice for Africans and People of African Descent Through Reparations.” The role’s primary objective is to leverage the expertise and advocacy capacity of civil society to advance this theme at the continental, regional, and national levels.

Academic Requirements and Experience

• A Master’s degree in International Relations, Human Rights, Political Science, Law, Social Sciences, or a related field, with seven years of relevant experience, including three years at an expert level.
• OR a Bachelor’s degree in a similar field with ten years of relevant experience, including three years at an expert level.

Essential Experience

• Demonstrated experience in program management, civil society engagement, or human rights advocacy, with a strong focus on African affairs.
• Familiarity with working alongside civil society organizations and NGOs across Africa, including Pan-African organizations.
• Proven experience in coordinating multi-stakeholder initiatives and reporting on project progress.

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Benefits of working for the African Union

Working for the African Union offers several benefits, including a competitive salary and benefits package.

Some of the key benefits include:

• Tax-Free Salary: The salary is generally exempt from taxes.
• Allowances: Staff can receive allowances for relocation, installation, and dependencies (spouse and children). An education grant for children is also available.
• Retirement and Insurance: The AU provides a staff retirement plan with generous employer contributions, as well as comprehensive medical and group life insurance plans.
• Leave: Employees receive annual leave, and international staff may be eligible for home leave every two years.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Beyond the financial and material benefits, working for the AU provides a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the continent’s development and Agenda 2063, in a diverse, pan-African environment.