Energize Africa Health Fellows (15 Positions) at African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) – November 2026

Job Overview

• Position: Energize Africa Health Fellows
• Number of Positions: 15
• Organisation: African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD)
• Eligible Applicants: Citizens of African Union Member States
• Annual Remuneration: US$27,200 (gross, all-inclusive)
• Application Deadline: 23 November 2026

About the Position

The African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) invites applications from citizens of African Union Member States for 15 positions of Energize Africa Health Fellows.

Under the supervision of their respective supervisors, the fellows will provide operational support and facilitate collaboration among Regional Economic Communities (RECs), AUDA-NEPAD, Member States, development partners and other stakeholders.

The role will involve coordinating and facilitating stakeholder consultations, technical meetings and policy dialogues to strengthen collaboration and support health-related initiatives across Africa.

Required Skills and Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate the following skills and competencies:

1. Sound understanding of the African Union, including the operations and structures of AU institutions.
2. Sound understanding of African Union and international health, gender and youth policy frameworks.
3. Strong commitment to timely completion of tasks, with the ability to multitask, work independently and in teams, and perform effectively in a high-performance environment.
4. Proven ability to establish, develop and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders, including governments, civil society, academia and the private sector.
5. Experience working in multilateral or development institutions, or similar organisations, at national, regional or international levels.
6. Ability to develop and nurture networks among Regional Economic Communities (RECs), Member States, grantees and funding partners.
7. Excellent planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting skills.
8. Strong oral, written, analytical and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively.
9. Ability to work in a multicultural and multilingual environment.
10. Excellent presentation, report writing, documentation and communication skills.
11. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience using other digital tools will be an added advantage.

Education and Work Experience

Applicants must meet one of the following qualification and experience requirements:

Option 1: Master’s Degree

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Development Studies, Public Policy or a related field.
• At least one (1) year of relevant work experience in multilateral or development institutions, or similar organisations, at national, regional or international levels.

OR

Option 2: Bachelor’s Degree

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Development Studies, Public Policy or a related field.
• At least two (2) years of relevant work experience in multilateral or development institutions, or similar organisations, at national, regional or international levels.

Application Requirements

Interested applicants must submit the following documents:

1. Motivation Letter: A letter explaining the reasons for seeking employment with the NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency.
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV): A detailed and updated CV not exceeding five (5) pages. The CV must indicate the applicant’s nationality, age and gender.
3. Three Referees: Names and full contact details of three referees who have good knowledge of the candidate’s work. Contact details should include telephone, fax and email addresses.
4. Academic Certificates: Certified copies of relevant degrees and diplomas.
5. Performance Evaluation Report: A recent performance evaluation report, required for internal candidates only.

Remuneration and Benefits

The successful candidates will receive an all-inclusive gross annual remuneration package of US$27,200.

The package covers:

• Stipend.
• Medical insurance.
• Economy-class air ticket upon initial appointment.
• One-off installation allowance upon initial appointment.
• Separation allowance upon separation.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants should register and submit their applications through the official AUDA-NEPAD e-recruitment portal.

Official Application Portal:

https://e-recruitment.nepad.org:44310/sap/bc/webdynpro/sap/hrrcf_a_startpage_ext_cand

Applicants may also access the vacancy announcement through the AUDA-NEPAD careers page:

CLICK/TAP HERE TO APPLY:

Application Support:

Applicants experiencing challenges with profile creation or the application process should report their issues to:

Email: audahiring@nepad.org

Application Deadline

Monday, 23 November 2026.

Important Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.