The Tech Fellow will provide hands-on technical support in critical SAP domains. The role supports the ERP Unit’s mandate to provide strategic direction, planning, and full lifecycle management of all ERP activities and projects, covering Finance, HR, Logistics, and Procurement. By developing interactive web platforms and portals, the Fellow will bridge the gap between modern user interfaces and complex legacy systems like SAP. Ultimately, the role aims to strengthen expertise to meet the African Union’s expectations for automation, integration, analytics, and digital transformation.
Requirements
To be considered for the ‘AU Digital and Innovation Fellowship Program’ applicants must meet the following basic criteria to apply:
- Be a citizen of an African Union member state and currently based in Africa
- Be under the age of 35 at the time of application
- Hold a tertiary education degree (bachelor’s degree) or its equivalent
- Demonstrate the ability to analyze complex problems and propose innovative solutions
- Have experience and technical know-how in designing technology products or solutions and experience with the specific technical stack of the AU host department mentioned above
- Be available to dedicate 12 months to the fellowship, including relocation to Addis Ababa
- Be willing and able to travel to participate in induction and delegation workshops
- Be sufficiently proficient in at least one AU official language (Arabic, French, Portuguese, Spanish, or Swahili). Proficiency in English is a strong asset.
The program is committed to equity and ensuring that all perspectives are included in the innovation process. We encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in this field, including women and persons with disabilities.
Qualifications and Experiences
- Core Technical Competencies
- Functional Support & Configuration: Experience in, at least, one SAP module (ex Logistics/SCM, FI, or HR/SuccessFactors).
- Skills in configuration, user support, business analysis in an SAP context.
- System Basis & Administration (BASIS): Knowledge of SAP system administration: monitoring, users, transports, patches.
- Certification or practical experience is highly desirable.
- Professional Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree and certification in ERP Administration, Development, or functional areas in Logistics-Supply Chain Management; Microsoft Power Apps.
- 3–5 years of relevant experience.
- Experience in ERP systems (SAP preferred), software development, business analysis, data management, or IT system administration.
- Other skills
- Analytical Skills: Ability to break down complex issues, identify root causes, and conduct structured troubleshooting.
- Communication: Confidence in interacting with business users and explaining technical concepts in clear, simple language.
- Learning Agility: Ability to learn SAP concepts quickly and a motivation to build expertise in ERP and digital transformation.
- Documentation Discipline: Strong commitment to accuracy and producing clear materials that support knowledge continuity.
- Collaboration: Willingness to work closely with functional and technical colleagues in a diverse environment.
If you meet the requirements in terms of criteria, qualifications and experience, you are invited to fill out the online application form by the 1st of March 2026. The application must be filled out completely in English. As part of the application form, please be ready to upload the following documents:
- Your ID or passport
- Proof of residence in Africa
- Your tertiary education degree
- Your curriculum vitae (CV) with contact details of three traceable referees
- All relevant certificates demonstrating your qualifications
All complete and eligible applications will be evaluated. The highest ranked applicants will be invited for a 30-minute interview with representatives from the respective AU department. Interviews will be held from the 16th to the 19th of March. Please note that we offer you one time slot for the interview and rescheduling is only possible in exceptional circumstances.
The results of the selection process will be shared in the last week of March 2026. The selected fellow will then be asked to sign a fellowship agreement with enpact, as well as a secondment contract with the AU. The fellowship will begin on April 1st 2026.