Stratergy and International Affairs (Executive Secretary)

The African Civil Aviation Commission hereby announces, in accordance with the AFCAC Service Code, that the following vacant position will be available at its headquarters based in Dakar, Senegal.

2024/06/P Strategy and International Affairs Specialist (Executive Summary)

The Commission invites all interested persons to submit their applications directly to AFCAC through one of the following channels only :

Email: vacancy@afcac.org

Fax: +221 33 820 70 18

Address: Route de l’aéroport militaire Léopold Sedar Senghor

NB: Do not apply on this portal.

Deadline for receipt of applications: 30 April 2026

For the attention of candidates:

1.   AFCAC reserves the right to stop the recruitment process for the position covered by this notice at any time, in case of force majeure.
2.  Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
3.  Applications not complying with the indicated format may also be rejected.
4. Applications submitted electronically must be in Word and PDF format and duly signed.
5. Applications from qualified and relevant African women are strongly encouraged.
6. Only candidates whose files are deemed of interest will be contacted for an interview.
7. AFCAC will not respond to enquiries regarding the progress of the recruitment process.

CONTRACT DURATION

• Fixed-term contract of three years, without career commitment (subject to a probationary period of six months).

OBLIGATIONS AND PRIVILEGES

• Only candidates whose States comply with the Constitutional Provisions of AFCAC, in particular Article 18, at the date of submission of their application, are considered for the purposes of this recruitment.
• AFCAC staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Secretary General and may be assigned to any function.
• AFCAC staff members are required to comply with the Constitution, Service Code, and Regulatory Texts of AFCAC.
• AFCAC staff members must conduct themselves in a manner befitting their status as international civil servants.
• Privileges of AFCAC Staff Members shall be those set forth in the Headquarters Agreement between AFCAC and the Host State (Senegal).
• The statutory retirement age for staff entering or re-entering service after 1 January 2014 is 62 years. For external candidates, only those who are expected to complete the duration of their contract will, in principle, be considered.

POST AND STAFF CATEGORISATION

• The categorisation of posts and staff shall be in accordance with the AFCAC Service Code.

SALARIES AND ALLOWANCES

• The remuneration offer includes a net annual base salary of USD 70,212, plus a post adjustment currently set at 46.4% of the net salary, subject to periodic adjustments in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Allowances shall be in accordance with the AFCAC Service Code.

POST INFORMATION

Post Title: Strategy and International Affairs Specialist

Vacancy Notice:2024/06/P 010624

Level: P3

Publication Period:1 April 2026 – 15 May 2026

Duty Station: Dakar, Senegal

Entry on Duty: 15 June 2026 -As soon as possible

ABOUT AFCAC

As the Executing Agency (EA), AFCAC’s primary responsibility is to ensure the harmonised and integrated implementation of the Yamoussoukro Decision (YD) and to establish the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM) in order to contribute to the realisation of the African Union’s Agenda 2063. Its objective includes, among other things, facilitating the transparent and smooth operationalisation of SAATM to ensure sustainable development of air transport, ensuring that the efforts of the Executing Agency contribute to the growth of the intra-African air transport market.

The role of the Executing Agency is therefore to guarantee impartial application of the Air Transport Convention (YD) and to ensure regulatory oversight across all African Union Member States, ensuring consistent application and compliance with the regulatory, legal, and institutional instruments of the YD, as well as its operational rules and procedures, and thus ensuring that the implementation of SAATM creates an environment conducive to the sustainable development of air transport in Africa.

AFCAC’s regulatory oversight responsibilities are not only economic and technical in nature, but also extend to all AU Member States, just as its mandate empowers it to provide technical assistance, in collaboration with partners, to States Parties engaged in the establishment of SAATM, in order to improve the effective implementation of ICAO SARPs aimed at ensuring the sustainable development of air transport.

PURPOSE OF THE POST – IMPACT OF EXPECTED RESULTS

The Strategy and International Affairs Specialist supports the Office of the Secretary General in promoting AFCAC’s strategic priorities, external relations, and advocacy programme. This position contributes to strengthening AFCAC’s institutional effectiveness and visibility by facilitating informed decision-making, consolidating partnerships, and ensuring coherent collaboration with regional and international stakeholders.

The impact of the post is assessed against the following results:

• Effective support for strategic decision-making, through the provision of high-quality analyses, briefing papers, and policy inputs aligned with AFCAC’s mandate and priorities.
•  Strengthening of partnerships and international cooperation, contributing to positioning AFCAC as a key player in continental and global aviation.
•  Improved institutional visibility and communication, through effectively coordinated external engagements, communication outputs, and representation activities.
• Improved coordination and monitoring of strategic initiatives, ensuring timely implementation of actions arising from high-level engagements and cooperation frameworks.
• Contribution to policy development and advocacy efforts, supporting the advancement of SAATM objectives.

KEY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Policy, Strategy and Advisory Support
2. Strategic Partnerships and External Relations
3. Public Relations and Institutional Communication
4. Executive Support to the Office of the Secretary General
5. Coordination and Administrative Support
6. Other Responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

•  Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in international relations, political science, law, public administration, or a related field.
• A first-level university degree with three additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
• Minimum of five (05) years of experience in a related field, preferably within an international or intergovernmental organisation.
• Proven experience in high-level policy advisory responsibilities, diplomatic liaison, and coordination.
• Solid experience in international protocol, strategic planning, and programme management.

PROFESSIONAL RELATIONSHIPS AND INTERACTIONS

Within the Organisation

• Secretary General
• Technical Directors and Unit Heads
• Administrative, Legal, and Communication Teams

Outside the Organisation

 Representatives of Member States

• International, regional, and industry partners
• Diplomatic missions and intergovernmental agencies
• Civil aviation authorities, RECs, RSOOs, SMEs, and Chambers of Commerce

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Development and strengthening of strategic partnerships: Number and relevance of partnerships established or supported, and effectiveness of follow-up of cooperation frameworks (e.g., MoUs, joint activities).
• Quality and timeliness of strategic outputs: Compliance with deadlines and quality of strategic documents, briefing notes, speeches, reports, and official correspondence produced.
• Effectiveness of support to leadership: Level of satisfaction of the Secretary General regarding the quality, accuracy, and responsiveness of advisory, analytical, and coordination support.
• Stakeholder engagement and event coordination: Effectiveness and outcomes of consultations, meetings, and events organised with stakeholders, including quality of preparation, coordination, and follow-up measures.
• Timeliness and work planning: Ability to meet deadlines, priorities, and defined deliverables, including the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and effectively.
• Quality of communication and institutional visibility: Contribution to AFCAC’s visibility through high-quality communication materials, media outputs, and participation in strategic engagements.
• Quality of reports and documentation: Accuracy, clarity, and completeness of reports, meeting minutes, and institutional documentation serving as the basis for decision-making and accountability.