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Regional Director - Regional Coordinating Center West (AfCDC) [Abuja, Nigeria]

POSTED BY: AFRICA UNION
REF:AU 2001
Date Published:Thursday, May 30, 2024
Date of Expiration:Tuesday, November 26, 2024
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LOCATION OF THIS JOB

Nigeria | ABUJA in Nigeria

INDUSTRY

Africa Regional Economic Communities

JOB TYPE

Full-Time

MAIN JOB DESCRIPTION

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION
Requisition ID: [[2261]]
Date Posted: May 30, 2024
Closing; June 3, 2024 11h59 p.m. EAT.
Organization: African Union
Reports to: Director General
Directorate/Department/Organ: Africa CDC
Division: Regional Collaborating Center (Abuja)
Number of Direct Reports: -
Number of Indirect Reports: -
Job Grade: P5
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Regular
Location: Abuja, Nigeria

AU VALUES
1. Respect for Diversity and Team Work
2. Think Africa Above all
3. Transparency and Accountability
4. Integrity and Impartiality
5. Efficiency and Professionalism
6. Information and Knowledge Sharing

PURPOSE OF JOB
1. The Regional Director for Regional Collaborating Centre is responsible for leading and managing the strategic and operational activities of the centre, which aims to foster collaboration and coordination among regional stakeholders in the field of health and social care.
2. The Regional Director oversees the development and implementation of the centre

REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS JOB

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
1. Masters Degree in a relevant discipline such as, but not limited to, Public Health, basic Health Science (e.g., Biology, Chemistry), and Epidemiology and Health-Services Research.
2. Clinical degree (e.g., M.D, MPhil, in Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing) AND a Master’s Degree in Public Health or a related discipline.
3. Twelve (12) years of relevant experience in public health practice, with emphasis on infectious disease epidemiology, monitoring and surveillance, and operational research, with at least seven (7) years at managerial level with wide powers to lead and manage national, regional or global public health programmes and five (5) years of supervisory level.
4. Extensive experience in leading and managing complex projects across multiple countries and sectors.
5. Have successfully coordinated the delivery of high-quality technical assistance, capacity building, and knowledge sharing to support the implementation of the Sustainable Development
6. Should have also fostered strong partnerships and collaboration with various stakeholders, including governments, civil society, private sector, and development partners.
7. Should have demonstrated strategic vision, leadership skills, and a commitment to excellence and innovation in my previous roles.
8. Considering the operating environment and composition of Member States within the Regional Coordinating Center - RCC West, proficiency of English and French as African Union Official Working Languages is required.

Required Skills
The following are the required skills for a Regional Director of Regional Collaborating Centres in the Africa CDC:
1. Strong leadership and management skills: The Regional Director must be able to provide strong leadership and management to the RCDCs. This includes setting clear goals and objectives, developing and implementing strategies, and managing staff and resources effectively.
2. Excellent communication skills: The Regional Director must be able to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders, including AU officials, government officials, partners, and the public. This includes being able to clearly articulate the RCDC