Partnerships and Advocacy Officer - Education/TVET (ESTI)
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The African Union is hiring a Partnerships and Advocacy Officer for its Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (ESTI) department in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The role focuses on designing and coordinating partnerships, resource mobilization, advocacy, and communication initiatives to strengthen continental education and TVET programmes. This is a P2-level Appointment of Limited Duration (ALD) contract position reporting to the ESTI Director.
- P2 professional position at the African Union in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Focus on partnerships, advocacy, and resource mobilization for education and TVET
- Appointment of Limited Duration (ALD) contract type
- Reports directly to the ESTI Director
- Application deadline is 15 September 2026
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- Vacancies
- 1
- 15 Sep 2026
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- Job Description
- Purpose of Job
- To strategically design, coordinate, and implement partnerships, resource mobilization, advocacy, and communication initiatives that strengthen the visibility, financing, and impact of continental and national
Education
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
and TVET programmes in alignment with African Union priorities. The role supports the operationalization of stakeholder engagement with TVET institutions, educational networks, civil society and youth organizations, and development partners; coordinates events and outreach activities; develops communication and advocacy materials; and advances resource mobilization efforts to enhance programme effectiveness, sustainability, and impact across the continent.
Organization Information
Reports to: ESTI Director.
Directorate/Department/Organ: ESTI.
Job Grade: P2.
Number of Positions: 1.
Contract Type: Appointment of Limited Duration (ALD).
Main Functions
Support the coordination of strategic partnerships with Member States, development partners, TVET institutions, academic networks, private sector actors, youth and civil society to advance continental
and skills development initiatives.
Assist in resource mobilization efforts by conducting stakeholder mapping, drafting partnership profiles, and supporting the preparation of concept notes and funding proposals.
Support the implementation of advocacy campaigns and the drafting of communication materials that promote continental
and TVET frameworks, flagship programmes, and policy priorities.
Coordinate visibility and marketing activities, including liaising with TVET institutions and other learning establishments to gather success stories and drafting engaging content for digital platforms, newsletters, and media.
Support the development and tracking of partnership agreements, memoranda of understanding (MoUs), and joint workplans aligned with ESTI programme objectives.
Coordinate logistics and stakeholder outreach for multi-stakeholder engagement platforms, including technical consultations, advocacy events, campaigns, and strategic dialogues involving
and TVET stakeholders.
Contribute to monitoring, reporting, and knowledge management by maintaining comprehensive partner databases, documenting lessons learned from partnership pilots, and tracking advocacy outcomes.
Specific
establishments to gather success stories, case studies, and best practices to feature in continental visibility campaigns.
Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement (TVET &
Focus)
Coordinate structured engagement platforms and technical consultations with TVET centers of excellence, polytechnics, teacher unions, academic networks, and youth coalitions.
Conduct stakeholder mapping to identify potential partners within the TVET sector, private industry, and academic institutions, profiling their alignment with continental skills development priorities.
Assist in the preparation of funding proposals, concept notes, and partnership profiles that articulate the value proposition of ESTI and TVET initiatives.
Maintain a comprehensive and dynamic database of
and TVET partners, tracking engagement history, funding commitments, and partnership milestones.
Visibility and Media Support
Liaise with the AUC Directorate of Information and Communication to support media engagements, press releases, and visibility campaigns for
and TVET initiatives.
Coordinate logistics, stakeholder outreach, and briefing materials for advocacy events, policy dialogues, and multi-stakeholder consultations involving
ministries and TVET regulatory bodies.
Support the positioning of ESTI initiatives and African TVET/
champions for strategic visibility through targeted media engagement and policy publications.
Advocacy Campaigns and Event Coordination
Assist in the development and rollout of advocacy campaigns for continental observances (e.g., World Skills Day, International Day of Education, Africa Day of Science and Technology), with a specific focus on TVET and skills development priorities.
Contribute to the drafting of advocacy briefs, key messages, and talking points for leadership engagements with policymakers and partners.
Support the organization of high-level events, ministerial forums, and side events, ensuring effective outreach to TVET and
stakeholders.
Coordination, Reporting, and Knowledge Management
Coordinate closely with the AU Spokesperson's Office and Communications Unit to ensure message coherence, donor compliance, and strategic alignment.
Document and disseminate lessons learned from TVET and
partnership pilots, ensuring that successful models of industry-
collaboration are packaged for broader continental scaling.
Maintain a dynamic calendar of communications, events, and partnership engagements, updated quarterly and shared with the
Division.
Academic
and TVET landscape, including familiarity with continental policy frameworks and strategies such as CESA 2026-2035 and the Continental TVET Strategy (CTVET).
Demonstrated ability to translate complex education, TVET, innovation, and policy concepts into compelling, accessible advocacy, communication, and knowledge products tailored to diverse audiences.
Required Skills
Strong analytical and strategic planning skills.
Proven ability to develop persuasive advocacy and communication materials.
Strong coordination, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in standard office and digital communication tools.
Strong oral and written communication ability.
Ability to work across business units and geographies in a culturally sensitive environment.
Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic); fluency in another AU language is an added advantage.
Tenure of Appointment
The appointment will be made under an Appointment of Limited Duration contract for a period of eleven months, renewable.
Remuneration
The salary attached to the position is an annual lump-sum of US$ 85,212.07 inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US$ 66,751.81 inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff of the African Union Commission.
How to Apply
Consideration will be given only to candidates who submit a fully completed online application with a curriculum vitae (CV), an African passport, and the required academic qualifications, via the official African Union careers page. The African Union is an equal opportunity employer, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
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African Union
International Organization
· 1000+ employees
The African Union (AU) is a continental intergovernmental organization made up of 55 African member states. It works through the African Union Commission and other organs to promote African integration, peace and security, democracy, sustainable development, trade, and cooperation among member states. For job seekers, AU roles may span policy, diplomacy, programme management, administration, communications, research, and development-focused work across Africa.
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Responsibilities
- Advocacy and Communications Support
- Support the development of advocacy messages and communication materials aligned with CESA 2026-2035 and the Continental TVET Strategy (CTVET).
- Draft engaging, accessible content for digital platforms, newsletters, and press releases that translate complex ESTI and TVET technical achievements into compelling narratives for the public and donors.
- Liaise directly with TVET institutions and other
Requirements
and Relevant
Experience
A minimum of a master's degree in International Relations, Development Studies, Education, Communications, Public Policy, Economics, or a related field, with 2 years of relevant experience.
OR
A bachelor's degree in International Relations, Development Studies, Education, Communications, Public Policy, Economics, or a related field, with 5 years of relevant professional experience.
A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible
in partnership development, resource mobilization, advocacy, communications, programme management, or stakeholder engagement is required for candidates holding a master's degree, or a minimum of five (5) years for candidates holding a bachelor's degree, preferably within the education, TVET, innovation, or social development sectors.
Demonstrated
working with international organizations, governments, development partners, academic institutions, TVET providers, youth networks, and multi-stakeholder platforms, including coordinating partnerships, stakeholder engagements, events, and communication campaigns.
Proven
in proposal development, donor engagement, resource mobilization, partnership coordination, and the implementation of advocacy and communication initiatives that support programme visibility and impact.
Strong understanding of the African