Under the overall guidance of the Permanent Representative, the Socio-Economic Officer will provide in-depth technical expertise on key socio-economic issues and related priority areas enshrined in AU Agenda 2063 (Health, Education, Employment, Human Mobility, Migration and Diaspora) and follow up their implementation in the framework of the AU-EU Partnership and the new OACPS-EU Cooperation Agreement.

Main Functions

Provide support in following up on the activities of the Permanent Mission, including monitoring and evaluating progress made in line with a predefined strategic plan.
Suggest new and expand on existing policy areas for planned research and assist in gathering and data analysis.
Participate in the organisation of relevant meetings, congresses and conferences with internal and external stakeholders.
Provide support in preparation and development reports, budget and work programmes related to the respective area and the functioning of the Division.
Liaise with the various Departments/Units of the Commission for coordination and alignment purposes.