Required Skills and Competencies 

• Strong understanding of ethical principles, particularly for emerging genetic technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to strengthen the capacity of ethics committees and foster harmonization of review processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to navigate diverse cultural contexts.
• Familiarity with WHO guidelines and African Union protocols on ethical oversight.
• Experience designing and implementing stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Proficiency in office software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and basic design tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Experience in event coordination and logistical planning.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to a fast-paced work environment.
• Proficiency in one AU official language (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic), with fluency in another as an advantage.
• Ability to work in a multicultural and multilingual environment.
• Excellent presentation, report writing, and communication skills. 

​​​​​​​Education and Experience: 

Master's degree in Ethics, Sociology, Public Policy, Arts in Education, or related field, with a minimum relevant experience of two (2) years of working within multilateral/ development institutions or similar organisations nationally, regionally and/or internationally. Experience in ethical frameworks, community engagement, or regulatory oversight, including work with ethics committees or review boards in the health, biotechnology, or public health sectors will be added advantage. 

OR 

A Bachelor’s degree in Ethics, Sociology, Public Policy, Arts in Education, or related field, with a minimum relevant experience of four (4) years of working within multilateral/ development institutions or similar organisations nationally, regionally and/or internationally. Experience in ethical frameworks, community engagement, or regulatory oversight, including work with ethics committees or review boards in the health, biotechnology, or public health sectors will be added advantage.