Communication Advisor

Reports to: Cluster Coordinator for the GIZ Portfolio with AUDA-NEPAD

Duration: until 31 July 2026 (extension Possible)

BACKGROUND:

GIZ-German International Cooperation Agency - is a global service provider in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development dedicated to shaping a future worth living around the world. As a public benefit federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German government and in particular the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) in achieving their objective in international cooperation globally.

Since 2004, GIZ has been a trusted and reliable partner to the African Union (AU) to promote sustainable development. 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.

It is against this background that the African Union Commission 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 (AUC), its institutions and agencies such as the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) to support the roll out of the AU Data Policy Framework. The project DataCipation is part of the GIZ portfolio with the AU and is implemented in a team of diverse backgrounds in Addis Ababa and other locations.

In this context the GIZ Project, DataCipation seeks the services of a Communication Advisor to support the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) with implementing the project’s communication and knowledge management needs as well as provide strategic advice on these areas to AUDA-NEPAD and her partners. The advisor will be embedded at AUDA-NEPAD and based in Midrand, South Africa with regular business travel to the African Union Commission (AUC) in Addis Ababa and other AU member states.

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RESPONSIBILITIES - see full job description download below:

The Communication Advisor will be embedded within AUDA-NEPAD and provide the organization with support and advice to meet the communication and knowledge management needs of the Data Governance Initiative. The main responsibilities are as follows:

  • Ensure the public visibility of the Initiative and representation of all partners involved in the activities.
  • Raise awareness about the progress of the implementation of the AU Data Policy Framework with political and technical stakeholders as well as general public.
  • Implement and follow up on daily operational aspects of all issues related to project communication as well as promote the visibility of the project in all media sources both external and internal.

APPLICATION PROCESS

GIZ will only assess applications which meet the following criteria:

  • Suitable candidates should apply by submitting a
    • Cover Letter (concisely 2 page) clearly stating your motivation for applying for the position and as well as salary range expectation.
    • A detailed CV.
    • Work samples from previous campaigns, communication materials or strategies
    • Proof of eligibility to work in South Africa (copy of SA ID).

The application should be submitted to: recruit-pretoria@giz.de, with the following email subject line “DataCipation Communication Advisor Application” for the attention of Head of Human Resource.

Closing date for applications: 02 August 2024

Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

Applications not complying with the application process will be disqualified!