{"id":9705,"date":"2023-09-06T17:35:16","date_gmt":"2023-09-06T15:35:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/?p=9705"},"modified":"2023-09-06T23:36:48","modified_gmt":"2023-09-06T21:36:48","slug":"fully-funded-african-union-youth-volunteer-corps-au-yvc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/fully-funded-african-union-youth-volunteer-corps-au-yvc\/","title":{"rendered":"Fully Funded African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Fully Funded African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"job-location\"><strong>Location:<\/strong>&nbsp;Ethiopia, Ethiopia<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"job-company\"><strong>Organization:&nbsp;<\/strong>African Union<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span 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6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/fully-funded-african-union-youth-volunteer-corps-au-yvc\/#Organization_Information_African_Union\" title=\"Organization Information: African Union\">Organization Information: African Union<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/fully-funded-african-union-youth-volunteer-corps-au-yvc\/#Purpose_of_the_African_Union_Youth_Volunteer_Corps_AUYVC\" title=\"Purpose of the African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AUYVC)\">Purpose of the African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AUYVC)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/fully-funded-african-union-youth-volunteer-corps-au-yvc\/#Eligibility_Criteria_Fully_Funded_African_Union_Youth_Volunteer_Corps_AU-YVC\" title=\"Eligibility Criteria: Fully Funded African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) \">Eligibility Criteria: Fully Funded African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/fully-funded-african-union-youth-volunteer-corps-au-yvc\/#Application_Process_Fully_Funded_African_Union_Youth_Volunteer_Corps_AU-YVC\" title=\"Application Process: Fully Funded African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) \">Application Process: Fully Funded African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/fully-funded-african-union-youth-volunteer-corps-au-yvc\/#Required_Skills_Fully_Funded_African_Union_Youth_Volunteer_Corps_AU-YVC\" title=\"Required Skills: Fully Funded African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) \">Required Skills: Fully Funded African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/fully-funded-african-union-youth-volunteer-corps-au-yvc\/#Core_Competencies_Fully_Funded_African_Union_Youth_Volunteer_Corps_AU-YVC\" title=\"Core Competencies: Fully Funded African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) \">Core Competencies: Fully Funded African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/fully-funded-african-union-youth-volunteer-corps-au-yvc\/#Volunteer_Entitlements\" title=\"Volunteer Entitlements\">Volunteer Entitlements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/fully-funded-african-union-youth-volunteer-corps-au-yvc\/#FOLLOW_US_ON_SOCIAL_MEDIA\" title=\"FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA\">FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Organization_Information_African_Union\"><\/span>Organization Information: African Union<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU YVC), established in 2010, is a flagship continental&nbsp;Youth Leadership program that recruits trains an deploys young African professionals from all 55 AU&nbsp;Member States to serve as professional volunteers for a period of 12 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>AU Values&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; \u2022 Respect for Diversity and Team Work&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;\u2022 Think Africa Above all&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; \u2022 Transparency and Accountability&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; \u2022 Integrity and Impartiality&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; \u2022 Efficiency and Professionalism&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;\u2022 Information and Knowledge Sharing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Purpose_of_the_African_Union_Youth_Volunteer_Corps_AUYVC\"><\/span><strong>Purpose of the African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AUYVC)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>AUYVC promotes volunteerism to deepen the status of young people in Africa as key actors in Africa\u2019s&nbsp;development targets and goals, enhancing their participation in policy, programs and initiatives&nbsp;towards the realization of AU Agenda2063 \u2013 \u2018The Africa We Want\u2019. It brings people together to share&nbsp;skills, knowledge, creativity and learning to build a more integrated, prosperous, and peaceful&nbsp;Continent driven by its citizens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ufeff<a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/high-salaried-positions-at-rockefeller-foundation-apply-now\/\">High Salaried Positions at Rockefeller Foundation \u2013 APPLY NOW!<\/a><span data-rich-text-placeholder=\"Type \/ to choose a block\" contenteditable=\"false\" style=\"pointer-events:none;user-select:none;-webkit-user-select:none;-moz-user-select:none;-ms-user-select:none;\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The concept is in line with the Decision of AU Head of States and&nbsp;Governments in Assembly\/AU\/Dec.274 (XVI) January 2010, to set up a Continental Volunteer&nbsp; initiative and to promote volunteerism to empower young people and accelerate Africa\u2019s development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eligibility_Criteria_Fully_Funded_African_Union_Youth_Volunteer_Corps_AU-YVC\"><\/span>Eligibility Criteria: Fully Funded African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants must meet the following criteria:&nbsp;<br>1. Citizen of an AU Member State living on the continent or in the Diaspora.<br>2. Aged 18 \u2013 35 years (must be under the age of 35 upon completing 12 months service)<br>3. Have a post-secondary certified qualification(s) (TVET, Bachelor\u2019s, Master\u2019s etc.)&nbsp;<br>4. Available in 2023\/24 to dedicate 12 (twelve) months for professional volunteer service.<br>5. Willing to live and work in another AU Member State.<br>6. Is proficient in at least one AU working language (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, Swahili , Spanish).<br>7. Has at least one-year verifiable volunteering experience and one-year professional work&nbsp;<br>experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Application_Process_Fully_Funded_African_Union_Youth_Volunteer_Corps_AU-YVC\"><\/span>Application Process: Fully Funded African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To submit your application:<br>1. Visit the AU careers website; careers.au.int, click on the AUYVC post.<br>i.&nbsp; &nbsp; If you are a registered user, log in<br>ii.&nbsp; &nbsp;If you are not a registered user, create an account&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Fill out your personal information and complete the application form<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ufeff<a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/first-of-its-kind-unesco-mid-level-professionals-programme-start-your-career-as-an-international-civil-servant\/\">First-of-its-kind: UNESCO Mid-Level Professionals Programme \u2013 Start Your Career as an International Civil Servant<\/a><span data-rich-text-placeholder=\"Type \/ to choose a block\" contenteditable=\"false\" style=\"pointer-events:none;user-select:none;-webkit-user-select:none;-moz-user-select:none;-ms-user-select:none;\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Attach the following documents:<br>i. Your updated professional CV (no longer than 3 pages)<br>ii. Bio page of your passport or national ID<br>iii. Certificate copy of your highest completed qualification (transcripts are not acceptable)<br>iv. Attach a letter of recommendation (not older than 2 years) attesting to your<br>leadership qualities (in the manifesto folder)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ufeff<a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/engie-energy-access-is-hiring-different-roles-in-different-countries\/\">ENGIE ENERGY ACCESS is Hiring Different Roles in Different Countries<\/a><span data-rich-text-placeholder=\"Type \/ to choose a block\" contenteditable=\"false\" style=\"pointer-events:none;user-select:none;-webkit-user-select:none;-moz-user-select:none;-ms-user-select:none;\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Attach your cover letter. In your cover letter please respond to the following questions:<br>i. Why do you want to become an African Union Youth Volunteer?<br>ii. What makes you the best candidate for AUYVC?<br>iii. What skills are you bringing to the AUYVC and your host organization?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Review and submit your application before:&nbsp;Tuesday September 19, 2023 11h59 p.m. EAT.&nbsp;<br>Please note:&nbsp;<br>i. Incomplete and late applications will not be considered<br>ii. Only successful applicants will be contacted&nbsp;<br>iii. Providing incomplete or incorrect information is ground for immediate disqualification<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>*Disclaimer: Please note the African Union at no point charges or request facilitation fees to&nbsp;process applications.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>NB;&nbsp;Applications must be submitted no later than Tuesday September 19, 2023 11h59 p.m. EAT.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Required_Skills_Fully_Funded_African_Union_Youth_Volunteer_Corps_AU-YVC\"><\/span>Required Skills: Fully Funded African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Proficient computer skills (MS Word, Excel and Power Point)<br>\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Proficiency with e-mail and internet applications,&nbsp;<br>\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Good interpersonal skills<br>\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Ability to communicate both orally and in writing<br>\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Proficiency in one of the AU officials working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic, Spanish, Kiswahili) and fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Core_Competencies_Fully_Funded_African_Union_Youth_Volunteer_Corps_AU-YVC\"><\/span>Core Competencies: Fully Funded African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Ability to communicate clearly<br>\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Ability to write clearly and concisely<br>\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Be committed to work<br>\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Ability to work harmoniously in a multi-cultural environment<br>\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Possess the highest standard of moral conduct and integrity&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Volunteer_Entitlements\"><\/span>Volunteer Entitlements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The African Union Commission and partners will cover the full costs of pre-deployment training and&nbsp;<br>subsequent volunteer deployment for successful candidates.&nbsp;<br>An African Union Youth Volunteers receive the following benefits &amp; opportunities:<br>1) Unique opportunity to engage at highest continental policy and programs at the African Union<br>2) Network with Young African leaders from across the continent<br>3) Economy return ticket to place of deployment<br>4) A monthly stipend to cover living expenses&nbsp;<br>5) Health insurance cover<br>6) AU Service Passport&nbsp;<br>7) Separation allowance on successful completion of twelve months service&nbsp;<br>8) Training and mentorship opportunities<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/jobs.au.int\/The%20African%20Union%20Commiss\/job\/Ethiopia-African-Union-Youth-Volunteer-Corps-%28AU-YVC%29\/777053502\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">APPLY 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