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Advisor (m/f/d) on Data Policy and Regulation in the African Union [Addis Abeba]
POSTED BY: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
REF:GIZ 556
Date Published:Thursday, January 12, 2023
Date of Expiration:Tuesday, July 11, 2023 EXPIRED
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| LOCATION OF THIS JOB |
 Ethiopia | ADDIS ABABA in Ethiopia |
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| Development Agency
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| MAIN JOB DESCRIPTION |
Job-ID: V000052757
Location: Addis Abeba
Assignment period: 03/15/2023 - 07/31/2026
Field: ICT and Digitalisation
Type of employment: full- or part-time
Application deadline: 01/20/2023
ABOUT US
• Your professional and personal development is important to us. At GIZ, you will be offered global work opportunities and an atmosphere that is characterised by diversity, respect and genuine equal opportunities. Gender equality promotion is a matter of course for us. Our benefits are also impressive in terms of work-life balance and family friendliness. Flexible working hours that fit your life situation are an integral part of our corporate culture.
• GIZ is a signatory of the Diversity Charter. Recognition, appreciation and inclusion of diversity in the company are important to us. All employees shall be valued - regardless of gender and gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, social background, age or sexual orientation.
• GIZ would like to increase the proportion of employees with disability, both in Germany and abroad. Applications from persons with disabilities are most welcome.
• Our model for success is a better life for everyone and purposeful tasks for our employees. For more than 50 years, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), as a company of the German Federal Government, has been supporting the implementation of development policy goals worldwide. Together with partner organisations in 120 countries, we are involved in a diverse range of projects. If you want to make a difference in the world and develop yourself in the process, you've come to the right place.
CONTACT
HR-Service Center
+49 (0) 6196 79 3200
kundenportal-rueckfragen@giz.de
JOB DESCRIPTION
Cooperation in the field of digital transformation is a cornerstone of the AU-EU strategic partnership and a key component of the joint vision for sustainable economic growth. The African Union Commission has developed a high-level, principle-based Data Policy Framework for African countries to optimize the benefits of a data-driven economy. The Framework presents an enabling policy environment for the private and public investments necessary to support data-driven value creation and innovation. It is guided by the broad principles of value creation, transparency and accountability of institutions and actors, inclusion and participation of stakeholders, equity among citizens, and fair competition amongst market players necessary for data-value creation. Within this frame of reference, AU and EU jointly engage to support the implementation of the framework on continental, regional and national level. Through the GIZ programme DataCipation, technical assistance is provided to the African Union Commission to support the roll out of the AU Data Policy Framework as part of the Team Europe Initiative (TEI) on Data Governance.
YOUR TASKS
1. Support the implementation of African Union's Digital Transformation Strategy for Africa 2030 and cooperation between the African Union (e.g. AU Commission and AUDA-NEPAD) and the digital ecosystems in Africa and Europe
2. Advise the African Union Commission, African Union Member states and Regional Economic Communities (RECs) on the development of a competitive regional digital economy and the implementation of the AU Data Policy Framework
3. Set up and management of grant agreements with African organisations to facilitate the implementation of the AU Data Policy Framework
4. Drafting of narrative reports for the European Union Commission and coordinate with EU implementation partners and the Directorate-General for International Partnerships
5. Develop communication and knowledge products for the Team Europe Initiative Data Governance and coordinate with EU partners
6. Conceptualise capacity building measures for regional stakeholders and events that provide political guidance on data policies and offer networking opportunities for political stakeholders
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YOUR PROFILE
1. Completed university degree (preferably Master) in a field relevant to the tasks (e.g. economics, international relations, law), ideally with research conducted in fields relevant to digital policy issues in Africa
2. Relevant professional experience, preferably gained in Africa, on digital policy, digital business and investment, data governance and regulation
3. Experience in working in EU-co-funded projects are reporting structures In-depth understanding of the digital transformation ecosystem in Africa; Experience in working in government relations and particularly in multilateral organizations such as the African Union is desirable
4. High motivation, strong analytical and conceptual skills as well as a good understanding of contemporary digital policy debates
5. Strong interpersonal skills, a friendly, cooperative and supportive team spirit combined with the ability to work independently and self-reliant in a remote setup
6. Business fluent in English is required; Fluency in German and languages of the African Union are a strong asset
LOCATION INFORMATION
We are pleased to offer you a first impression on topics such as climate, shopping and services, the school situation and health care in Ethiopia.
The GIZ offers an additional benefits package for deployments in fragile security situations.
The security situation is tense. Tailored security risk mitigation measures are in place for GIZ staff in country. GIZ staff must adhere to security measures at all times. Please also check the county-specific information provided by the German Federal Foreign Office. GIZ runs a professional security risk management system in the field of deployment. The freedom of movement is restricted. GIZ does not impose any restrictions on life partners and family members to move with you to the country of deployment. We kindly ask you to inform yourself which forms of relationships are legally and socially accepted in the country of deployment.
Further information on country-specific advice from the Federal Foreign Office at https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en.
NOTES
This job is suited to a full or a part-time position.
The willingness for frequent business trips is required.
Please observe the provisions of the country-specific vaccination regulations for entry and work in the country of assignment - in particular also regarding COVID-19.
We are happy to help accompanying partners discuss questions about benefits, residence permits and how to find your own job locally - feel free to get in touch with us during your application phase at map@giz.de.
In order to fulfill the company's objectives, the readiness of employees for assignments at all GIZ locations in Germany and abroad is of high corporate interest.
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