Main Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in the provision of secretariat support to relevant steering groups
Assist the Programme Managers in utilising the outputs, networks and relationships created through the AAS programmes to support the Academy’s strategic objectives.
Contribute, as required, to the development of evidence-based positions on research and innovation policy issues linked to the scheme
Support the establishment of systems to enable the Academy to maintain and derive value from contact with past beneficiaries or alumni, and to manage these relationships where appropriate
Contribute to the effective use of the AAS information management systems
Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement at the AAS and to support line manager in achieving other teams, departmental and organisational objectives, as required
Research support
Work in close collaboration with the AAS M&E team to identify, collate, track, assess quality, analyse and validate, and report on programme-related data
Prepare reports, articles and presentations during programme inception meetings, annual grantee meetings and site visits
Track and perform relevant analyses on various aspects of programme implementation to identify and address important challenges to ensure effective and efficient programme delivery
Programme Support
Represent the AAS at internal and external meetings when required
Work in close collaboration with the AAS Communications Team to develop a media and campaign strategy for work to ensure maximum exposure and coverage on the continent and beyond and to generate keen interest from potential stakeholders
Work in close collaboration with the AAS Communications Team to ensure all content (reports, images, videos, social media posts) is relevant and updated on a timely basis
Supervise relevant administrative team duties in support of the project work
Work with the AAS Procurement Team to monitor deliverables (including supplies), and being the contact person for clients on project components of programmes work
Plan and organise relevant workshops and other activities in furtherance of the objectives of the programme
Work with the AAS M&E team to develop and implement an M&E framework for the programme
Support the development a risk management framework for the programme, including developing and maintaining a risk register for the programme and a system to document, track and ensure programme issues and challenges are resolved in a timely manner
Support other AAS programmes and departments in the delivery of their mandate especially for cross-cutting programmatic activities when requested
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience
Experience within intergovernmental or international organizations, or university or within government in the natural of applied science sector in different regions of the world.
Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in the field of monitoring and evaluation of projects and programmes for effectiveness and impact
Applications should be sent to recruitment@aasciences.africa with the subject Programme Officer, by 11 April 2023 17:00HRS EAT. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Apply via :
recruitment@aasciences.afri
