Protocol Officer Needed At AfCFTA

Purpose of Job:

Support the development and deliver a range of protocol activities during events such as training/information seminars, conferences, publicity events, dinners and luncheons in line with protocol policies, strategies and programmes within the AfCFTA Secretariat

Main Functions:

• Assist on the following up on the activities of the division, including monitoring and evaluating progress made in line with a predefined strategic plan;
• Provide support in implementation of programs, policies and procedures within the division; 
• Assist in conducting analysis and generate accurate reports in a timely manner for the respective Unit/Division and AU’s internal use; 
• Provide support to senior officers in setting the overall research direction of a relevant policy area; 
• Participate in the organisation of relevant meetings, congresses and conferences with stakeholders; 
• Assist in engagement with relevant mid-level stakeholders and develop relationships as may be delegated; 
• Support the promotion of the activities of the Division including preparing leaflets, guidelines and fact sheets; 
• Provide technical support to internal and external stakeholders. 

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Specific Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of protocol information guidelines for delegates and participants of AfCFTA meetings on the modalities of accreditation and seating plans
• Assist in the preparation of the Diplomatic list of State Parties of the AfCFTA and keep protocol related documents of historical value and ensure their periodical update
• Assist in securing and maintaining ceremonial items such as Mast flags; desk flags, car pennant and name plates of Member States are properly procured and correctly used in appropriate places
• Provide protocol assistance to staff and handle in-house and external enquiries
• Undertake Airport duties of welcoming/and seeing-off VIPs and other personalities at the airport, VIP lounge arrangements, etc…
• Maintains working relationship with airline personnel, immigration and custom officers under the guidance of the Manager;
• Oversees the work of the staff under his supervision;
• Oversees the processing of Exit Visas for the departing staff;
• Perform other duties as may be assigned 

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience:

A Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations and Diplomacy, Public Administration, Humanities or any other related discipline with 2 years of relevant work experience