Education: Diploma in Secretarial Science, Administration, Office Management, or similar fields

Organization Information
Reports to: Deputy Executive Secretary
Directorate/Department/Organ: African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACERWC)
Direct Reports: 0
Indirect Reports: 0
Job Grade: GSA5
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Regular
Location: Maseru, Lesotho

Purpose of Job
The African Union is a Pan-African body established to drive Africa’s integration and development. Its headquarters is in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
The AU invites qualified citizens of Member States to apply for the position of Administrative Assistant at the ACERWC Secretariat based in Maseru, Lesotho.
The Administrative Assistant provides administrative, clerical, and office support to ensure smooth functioning of the ACERWC.

Main Functions

• Provide timely operational and administrative support
• Assist in activity planning
• Prepare operational schedules and follow up on implementation
• Coordinate technical and logistical tasks
• Support creation and improvement of operational systems
• Draft reports and office communication
• Handle operational-level communication and updates
• Assist in compiling information for budgets and activities

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support across ACERWC units
• Organize meetings, seminars, workshops, and conferences
• Arrange travel for ACERWC missions and activities
• Assist in preparing documents and reports
• Support procurement processes and follow-ups
• Liaise with partner agencies on administrative and financial matters
• Draft and finalize correspondence
• Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence and filing systems
• Handle priority correspondence and deadlines
• Draft memos and letters
• Maintain calendars and travel plans
• Maintain contact lists
• Perform other related tasks

Academic Requirements and Experience

• Diploma in Secretarial Science, Administration, Office Management, or similar fields with at least 3 years of experience
  OR
• Bachelor’s degree in similar fields with at least 2 years of experience
• Higher qualifications are an advantage
• Experience in human rights or child rights organizations is an added advantage
• Familiarity with ACERWC and AU work is beneficial
• Experience in diplomatic or international development institutions

Required Skills

• Strong written communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Excellent office management skills
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of international organizations
• Ability to work in multicultural environments
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proactive, adaptable, and team-oriented
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Proficiency in one AU working language (English and French preferred at ACERWC)

Leadership Competencies
Teamwork and Collaboration
Accountability and Compliance
Learning Orientation
Clear Communication

Functional Competencies
Troubleshooting
Job Knowledge and Information Sharing
Task Focus
Continuous Improvement Awareness

Tenure of Appointment
Regular contract of three years, with the first 12 months as probation. Renewable based on performance.

Gender Mainstreaming
The AU is an equal opportunity employer. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Languages
Proficiency in one AU working language is mandatory. Fluency in another is an advantage.

Remuneration

• Basic salary: USD 15,758 (GSA5 Step 1) per year
• Post adjustment: 57% of basic salary
• Housing allowance: USD 16,813.44 per year
• Education allowance: Up to USD 10,000 per child (internationally recruited)

Application Deadline
24 December 2025, 11:59 p.m. EAT

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applicants must submit a complete online application including CV, African passport, and academic certificates.

The AU encourages applications from women and from least-represented and under-represented Member States.

Least Represented Countries
Algeria, Angola, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Comoros, DR Congo, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Namibia, Sahrawi D.R., Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles, Somalia.

Under-represented Countries
Congo, Mozambique, South Africa, Sudan, Tunisia.

Information at a Glance
Req Id: 2886
Job Title: Administrative Assistant (ACERWC)
Job Grade: GSA5
Number of Openings: 1
Posting Date: 24 November 2025
End Date: 24 December 2025
AU Organ: African Union Commission

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