Requisition ID: 3014
Location: Accra, Ghana
Directorate/Department: Administration and Human Resources Management
Division: Administration and Human Resources Management
Reports to: Senior HR Generalist
Job Grade: P-1
Contract Type: Regular
Number of Positions: 1
Purpose of the Job
To provide recruitment and onboarding support while ensuring the effective implementation of work plans and daily human resources activities.
Main Functions
- Assist in following up on the activities of the division.
- Support the implementation of programmes, policies, and procedures within the division.
- Conduct analyses and prepare accurate reports for internal use.
- Support senior officers in implementing relevant HR policies.
- Participate in organising meetings, conferences, and stakeholder engagements.
- Assist in developing and maintaining relationships with stakeholders.
- Support the promotion of division activities by preparing leaflets, guidelines, and fact sheets.
- Provide technical support to internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft and develop standard operating procedures, policies, guidelines, and recruitment tools for shortlisting, interviewing, and staff selection.
- Monitor and evaluate HR policies, recruitment guidelines, and procedures, and recommend improvements where necessary.
- Support the development and implementation of the annual recruitment plan.
- Ensure compliance with AU recruitment policies, staff regulations, and procedures throughout the recruitment process.
- Draft job advertisements in consultation with hiring managers and HR Business Partners, ensuring responsibilities and evaluation criteria align with approved job descriptions.
- Publish vacancies on the African Union website and official social media platforms.
- Monitor vacancy announcements and applications to ensure timely recruitment.
- Coordinate shortlisting and interview activities using SAP SuccessFactors.
- Participate in recruitment activities and provide support to interview panels and candidates.
- Prepare appointment approvals, generate employment contracts in SAP, and issue job offers to successful candidates.
- Perform other human resources duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
- A minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience.
Required Skills
- Strong communication, report writing, and presentation skills.
- Planning and organisational skills.
- Research and analytical skills.
- Interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and AU computer software systems.
- Experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) or knowledge of SAP SuccessFactors.
- Proficiency in one African Union official working language (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Swahili, or Arabic). Fluency in another AU language is an added advantage.
Competencies
Leadership Competencies
- Learning Orientation
- Accountability and Compliance with Rules
- Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Communicating with Influence
- Continuous Improvement Focus
- Drive for Results
- Job Knowledge and Information Sharing
- Managing Risk
Core Competencies
- Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Change Management
- Communicating with Influence
- Continuous Improvement Focus
- Developing Others
- Drive for Results
- Fostering an Accountability Culture
- Job Knowledge and Information Sharing
- Learning Orientation
- Managing Risk
- Strategic Insight
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Contract Duration
The appointment will be on a regular three (3)-year contract. The first twelve (12) months will serve as a probationary period, followed by a renewable two-year contract subject to satisfactory performance.
Remuneration
Indicative basic salary of US$25,523.00 per annum (P1 Step 1), plus applicable benefits, including:
- Post adjustment (57% of basic salary)
- Housing allowance of US$16,813.44 per annum
- Education allowance for eligible dependents in accordance with AU regulations
Gender Equality
The African Union is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the African Union recruitment portal.
Application Link
Applicants must complete the mandatory African Union CV template and submit:
- Completed online application
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copy of an African passport
- Academic qualifications and relevant certificates
Application Deadline: 18 July 2026
Requisition ID: 3014
Important Notes
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Only complete online applications with all required documents will be considered.
- Candidates from underrepresented African Union Member States are strongly encouraged to apply.
- The African Union is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified women to apply.