Assistant Accountant

For the implementation of the Project 'REINFORCING Veterinary governance in Africa' (VETGOV) funded by the European Union, AU/IBAR seeks the services of an Assistant Accountant to assist in the implementation of the project at regional level.

The project aims at improving the institutional environment at national and regional levels to provide effective and efficient animal health services in Africa. This will be achieved through (i) enhancement of knowledge and awareness for institutional strengthen at national and regional level for the establishment of adequate and affordable veterinary services(ii) enhancement of capacity for livestock policy, animal health strategies and legislation formulation and(iii) enhancement of capacity for policy implementation and regulations enforcement.

Post

Job Title: Assistant Accountant
Grade: GSA5 (Local)
Duty Station: SADC, Gaborone - Botswana

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The position is based within the headquarters of the REC (SADC) with possible travel to REC member states. Under the shared supervision of the project coordinator and the senior finance officer on IBAR side, and the senior livestock officer and the finance department in the REC, the incumbent will perform the following tasks:

Finance management and accounting

• Assist in the daily financial accounting of the project
• Assist in the preparation of budgets
• Liaise with procurement
• Verify all claims submitted by contractors and projects for approval, in compliance with the terms of the relevant contracts and budgets
• Prepare payments and reimbursement claims for approval with supporting documents as required by African Union and donor standards by cheque, bank transfers or cash
• Conduct reconciliation of project bank accounts at the end of each month
• Process staff salaries, allowances, etc.
• Register all financial transactions in the accounting system and maintain accounting records according to agreed standards
• Facilitate the work of external and internal auditors.

Reporting

• Provide monthly detailed and summary accounts of expenditure as per agreed formats and standards
• Provide quarterly and annual financial reports as per AU and/or donor standards and formats.

Educational Qualification Required

• Candidates must have a minimum of BA Degree in Accounting, Commerce or any other related course, including a pass in English or French, mathematics and preferably in science.
• CPA (II), ACCA (II) or equivalent will be an added advantage.

Work Experience Required

• Candidates must have a minimum of five years working experience, with preferably at least two years in an international environment
• Previous working experience with donor-funded projects (with European Union is added advantage) will be an added advantage.

Other Related Skills Required

• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work productively in a multicultural team
• Perform under pressure
• Willingness to work overtime
• Be highly motivated, have innovative ideas and a creative mind.
• Computer knowledge and accounting software like SAP and NAVISON is mandatory

Language Requirement

Proficiency in one of the African Union working languages. Knowledge of one or several other working language(s) would be an added advantage.

Age Requirement

Candidates should preferably between 25 and 35 years old.

Tenure of Appointment

The initial appointment will be for 11 months including a 3 months probationary period. Contract extension will be subject to performance and availability of funding.

Gender Mainstreaming

The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application

To apply, please submit the following:

1. A detailed and updated CV,
2. Names and contact details (including e-mail addresses) of three references,
3. Certified copies of degrees, diplomas and other academic certificates.

Remuneration

The salary attached to the position is an annual lump-sum of US$ 21,354.36 inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications must be received not later than 13 February 2015 and should be sent to:
E-mail: applications@au-ibar.org and a copy to hro@au-ibar.org

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Director, Protocol Services Department

The African Union, established as a unique Pan African continental body, is charged with spearheading Africa's rapid integration and sustainable development by promoting unity, solidarity, cohesion and cooperation among the peoples of Africa and African States as well as developing a new partnership worldwide. Its Headquarters is located in Addis Ababa, capital city of Ethiopia.

In seeking to achieve this objective, the African Union intends to strengthen its capacity to deliver by, among others, the implementation of its organizational structure and the filling of all vacant posts.

1. POST

Job title: Director, Protocol Services Department

Grade: D1

Supervisor: Chairperson

Directorate: Protocol Services Department

Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

2. JOB PURPOSE

Reporting to the Chairperson through the Chief of Staff, the Director of Protocol Services Department is the principal adviser to the Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson and other members of senior management and staff, on protocol, immunities and privileges, the application of relevant host agreements, and other relevant conventions. The role supports the work of the Commission by leading the development and implementation of effective, responsive and efficient Protocol services on matters such as privileges and immunities, consular matters, ceremonial services, official programmes, function and conferences preparation; aligned with the Union's needs and best practice.

The Director is expected to develop and maintain rules and procedures relating to protocol practices and services, including the implementation of Headquarters and other host agreements. He is also expected to advise the Union on all matters of protocol and ensure that existing international practices regarding protocol etiquette and procedure are properly upheld.

SPECIFIC DELIVERABLES

1. Develop and maintain rules and procedures relating to practices and services;
2. Manage all protocol related matters, resources and activities of the Commission;
3. Overall supervision of the Protocol Directorate and dealing with policy matters with host government ,foreign embassies and international Organizations;
4. Advise Commission on all matters of protocol and ensure that existing international practices regarding diplomatic protocol at ceremonies and public functions as well as forms of communication are adhered to;
5. Advise the Chairperson on new practices in conformity with African circumstances and the particularity of the Union institutions;
6. Continuously keep the Commission and staff informed of protocol rules and procedures;
7. Supervise and process documents for diplomatic privileges and immunities of the Commission and staff;
8. Supervise and process all requests for consular services with host countries and foreign embassies;
9. Supervise, service and make arrangements for conferences and meetings of the AUC, including arrangements for hotel accommodation, visa and transportation for delegates and staff, receiving delegates and expediting airport formalities;
10. Supervise the preparation and organization of official functions and ensure that the conduct of ceremonies, official programmes, and functions are appropriately carried out;
11. Compile country profiles of AU Member States and keep them up-to-date and ensure that the AU diplomatic lists are compiled and regularly updated;
12. Ensure that flags and national anthems of Member states and the AU,as well as portraits of Heads of State and Government are properly kept and made available when needed;
13. Initiate all texts of congratulatory messages to Member States;
14. Coordinate and follow up appointments of the Chairperson of the Commission for all public functions and ceremonies;
15. Ensure that necessary arrangements for settlements of newly recruited staff members are made and assistance provided for securing accommodation and completing all residence formalities with host country authorities and institutions;
16. Prepare the Programme Budget of the Directorate and overseeprogramme implementation and budget execution;

Competencies

Professional and Management Capabilities

Leadership

• Use strong managerial and supervisory skills to achieve documented objectives.
• Engage in effective delegation and follow up to ensure results.
• Use tact and political savvy in negotiating.
• Make informed decisions and communicates decisions effectively.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to collaborate with others to achieve outcomes.
• Utilize strong analytical and problem solving skills.

Respect for Diversity

• Works effectively with people from various backgrounds.
• Treat all people with dignity and respect. Treats men and women equally.
• Show respect and understanding of diverse points of view and demonstrates it in decision-making.
• Examine own biases and behaviors to avoid stereotypical responses and does not discriminate against any individual or group.
• Create an environment where respect for diversity is embedded in behaviors, systems and processes.

Working with Others

• Collaborate effectively with top level stakeholders i.e. the Commission and SeniorManagement Group. Able to persuade, guide and advise top level stakeholders.
• Able to effectively collaborate with stakeholders and partners.
• Lead discussions and negotiations on behalf of the Commission on human resources issues.
• Create a culture where knowledge sharing and effective collaboration is encouraged.

Vision and Strategic Thinking

• Identify key strategic issues, opportunities and risks.
• Clearly communicate links between the organization's strategy and the Directorate's goals.
• Establish/identify and communicate broad and compelling organizational direction.
• Identify clients' needs and appropriate solutions.
• Establish and maintain productive partnerships.

Communication

• Communicate orally with strong interpersonal skills.
• Express ideas and formulates plans by means of clear and effective writing and oral presentations.
• Draft conceptual and detailed reports/papers and reviews/edits the work of others.
• Prepare rationale with respect to key financial and administrative decisions.
• Negotiate effectively.

Teamwork

• Lead and gain the assistance and cooperation of others in a team endeavor.
• Build trust through integrity, transparency and creating an open and positive environment.
• Foster harmonious and effective teamwork in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Diversity Management

• Perform and relate effectively across organizational boundaries in a diverse Multi-national and multicultural setting.

Technology awareness

• Keep abreast of available technology and understands its applicability to the work of the Organization.
• Actively seeks, identifies and applies appropriate technology to improve programme delivery.

Performance management

• Delegate the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority.
• Establish clear roles and reporting lines for staff.
• Monitor progress against established milestones.
• Discuss performance and provide feedback and appraise performance fairly.

3. QUALIFICATIONS

At least a Master's university degree in public relations, international relations, political science or Diplomacy or a related area.

4. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Over 10 years of relevant experience in the management of a large Protocol Service at National, regional or international organization with at least 5 years at senior management level with wide powers to develop programmes, prepare plans and budget, manage human and financial resources and take decisions.

5. LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT

Proficiency in two of the African Union working languages . Proficiency of one or several other working language(s) would be an added advantage.

6. TENURE OF APPOINTMENT

The appointment will be made on a fixed term contract for a period of three (3) years, of with the first twelve months will be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables.

7. GENDER MAINSTREAMING

The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

8. REMUNERATION

Indicative basic salary of US $73,646.00 per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment (46% of basic salary), Housing allowance ($16,819.20 perannum), education allowance (75% of tuition and other education related expenses for every eligible dependent up to a maximum of US$7,800.00 per child per annum), etc. for internationally recruited staff of the Commission.

Applications must be made through the AUC E-recruitment Website http://www.aucareers.org not later than 4 th December 2014. Note: As this is the re-advertisement of this position, those who had previously applied may not re-submit their applications as these names are already stored in the AUC database. Directorate of Administration and Human Resource Management African Union Commission

African Union Commission Vacancies - 10//21/2014

Vacancies in the African Union Commission
Posting title	Grade	Duty station	Closing date
HEAD OF ACCOUNTING DIVISION	P5	Addis Ababa, Ethiopia	10/30/2014 12:00:00 AM
SENIOR FINANCE OFFICER – FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING	P3	Addis Ababa, Ethiopia	10/30/2014 12:00:00 AM
SENIOR FINANCE OFFICER – PROGRAMMING AND BUDGETING	P3	Addis Ababa, Ethiopia	10/30/2014 12:00:00 AM
SOCIO-ECONOMIC OFFICER	P2	Brussels, Belgium	11/6/2014 12:00:00 AM

Assessment of Constraints to the Implementation/Adoption of International Instruments for Fisheries Management and Aquaculture Development

Consultancy for Assessment of Constraints to the Implementation/Adoption of International Instruments for Fisheries Management and Aquaculture Development for Identification of Intervention Areas to Support African Union Member States (Re-Publication)

Introduction

Fisheries resources management and aquaculture development in the African Union Member States (AU MS) are guided by national policy and legal instruments. These instruments are mainly developed to regulate fishing and farming practices in national waters and territories. They also set acceptable standards for marketing, trade and utilization of fisheries and aquaculture products. Though these instruments put in place measures that helped regulate the fisheries, their inadequacies became glaring with the emergency of new realities that are inherent in contemporary fisheries management and aquaculture development challenge. Responsible fisheries management practices now inculcate integrated approach that take into consideration human dimensions, ecosystems conservation in its entirety and socio-economics and governance.

In the past attempts to address the fisheries management and developmental challenges facing many nations, Governance has been at national levels without necessarily taking into consideration the biology and behaviour of the species of concern as well as the transboundary natures of the issues such as IUU, trade, environmental problems e.g. pollution. Invariably these attempts have led to dismal failures with serious repercussions on the sustainability of the stocks.

The solutions, as best practices, to most of the challenges facing national Governments in the areas of responsible fisheries can be found be in regional and international fisheries management instruments. Most of these instruments contain provisions that address inherent challenges in the sector such as overexploitation, pollution, regional collaboration, environmental degradation, climate change and other disasters, conflicts etc.

These international and regional instruments, often underpinned by declarations or resolutions, have the potential of significantly improving fisheries management on the continent. The biggest challenges are their non-adoption or implementation due possibly to unawareness of their relevant provisions and hence potential usefulness to the African countries. There are several challenges which may be hampering the domestication of these instruments. For instance, the poor implementation may be possibly related to capacity problems in aligning pertinent provisions with national instruments as well as lack of awareness. Most of these international instruments provide a framework for sustainable management of fisheries at the national, regional and the international levels.

AU-IBAR has collected some information on the level of adoption and implementation of some of these instruments, some of which are listed below:.

1. The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS),
2. The U.N. Fish Stocks Agreement (UNFSA),
3. The FAO Compliance Agreement,
4. A range of non-fisheries agreements and conventions, such as the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES), as well as conventions on pollution, safety at sea, and other relevant matters
5. A number of nonbinding instruments, including the FAO Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries (CCFR)
6. Port States Measures and International Plan of Action (IPOA) for combating Illegal Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing
7. 2010 European Union Illegal Unreported and Unregulated regulations (EU-IUU Regulations)
8. Voluntary guidelines for SSF and flag state measures
9. Regional declarations and resolutions

Many of these agreements, instruments and organizations have very significant components or elements connected to sustainable fisheries and must be considered within any overall assessment of fisheries policy, law and institutions.

Justifications

The binding status of some of these instruments (UNCLOS, Compliance agreement for the High Seas, FAO Port State Measures (PSM) etc) makes it imperative for creating awareness amongst the AU member states. Important also is their potentials useful for sustainable management of fisheries in the Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZ) as well as Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (ABNJ) even for the non-binding instruments such as CCRF, Flag States, Voluntary Guidelines etc. Some of these instruments incorporate provisions for assistance to developing countries; the Part 7 of the UNFSA, Voluntary guidelines for SSF etc.

The role of the RFMOs, some of which African countries are members, in combating IUU under the provisions of strengthened Flag State measures could provide some measures of benefits to these countries. In equal measures, the FAO PSM requires regional collaborations in combating IUU which could be facilitated by the RFBs which are constituted by member states.

Political commitment to resolve inherent challenges requires long-term national, regional, and international efforts to build awareness and consensus for effective international regulations to make fisheries resources rationally, equitably and sustainably accessible to more than one country.

The precautionary approach notes that lack of awareness and inadequate scientific information must not be an excuse for postponing or failing to take precautionary and conservation measures geared towards sustainable fisheries resources.

Increased awareness and subsequent accession to international treaties, conventions and agreements would greatly assist Africa to address illegal fishing, limit the abuse of flags of convenience and help enforce international management measures that will ensure sustainable and profitable exploitation of fisheries resources in the region.

To accomplish this task is very crucial and expedient, because failure to place the exploitation of fisheries resources and the development of aquaculture on a truly sustainable foundation will have significant socioeconomic, environmental and health consequences particularly for fishing communities in Africa.

The AU-IBAR in spearheading the formulation of the Policy Framework and Reform Strategy for Fisheries and Aquaculture in Africa as well as African Fisheries Reform Mechanism recognizes that it is time for a proactive, collective and regional approach to improving the fisheries sector in the region. The challenge in moving toward a sustainable fisheries sector is to maintain economic growth and development by enhancing productivity and the wealth of the fisheries resources, while avoiding the prevalent incidences of overfishing, pollution, conflicts and ecological degradations. Therefore through this exercise, the AU-IBAR intends to establish institutions, values and practices that will safeguard the future of fish resources and the health and livelihood of communities that depend on these resources for their income, nutrition and quality of life.

Objectives

The overall objective of this exercise is to increase the level of awareness of AU MS and establish the underlying factor for the low rate of implementation or adoption of relevant International and Regional Instruments for sustainable fisheries management with a view of identifying intervention areas for support to the AU member states.

The specific objectives are to;

1. Assess of the level of awareness and status of implementation of relevant international instruments for sustainable fisheries management in AU MS.
2. Identify the challenges in the ratification and implementation of these instruments
3. Identify relevant provisions in these instruments that would strengthen regional approach to sustainable management and development of fisheries and aquaculture in Africa.
4. Identify key interventions areas/measures that will facilitate the adoption and domestication of the international instruments by AU MS in line with the African fisheries reform strategy.

Expected Result

1. A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge and status of AU MS on awareness and application of International/Regional Fisheries Instruments is established.
2. The challenges facing AU MS in the implementation and ratification of these instruments.
3. An action plan to fast track the adoption and domestication of international fisheries instruments is developed established.

Specific Actvities

This activity will be implemented simultaneously through the engagement of one consultant each for the five Regions of Africa; East, Central, North, Southern and West.

The consultants will undertake the following tasks:

• Briefing by the AU-IBAR;
• Consultation meetings with the relevant Authorities of the assigned AU MS;
• Produce a comprehensive report on the challenges faced by AU MS in implementation of international fisheries instruments;
• Produce a report with recommendations on strategic intervention areas that would facilitate the adoption and/or implementation of these instruments by AU MS;
• Provide a background reference document, briefly describing each instrument and justification of relevant provisions that may be having bearing on African fisheries and aquaculture development;
• Develop a framework for establishing a national and regional plans of action for AU MS to adopt key international fisheries instruments (e.g. IUU, sustainable aquaculture development, fishing access arrangements etc);
• Finalize the draft documents taking into account of the conclusions and recommendations made by the AU-IBAR;
• Compilation of the required reports as outlined in Section "Reporting Requirements" of this Terms of Reference;

Location

The consultancy would be home –based with field visits predominantly by desk, online research and correspondences. But where necessary, field trips would be undertaken to respective AU MS.

Commencement date & Period of implementation

The intended commencement date is 20 November 2014 and the period of implementation of the contract will be 30 days from this date.

Requirements

Qualification

The successful candidates shall have an advanced degree in Fisheries Management, Social Sciences, Policy or Legal Studies and/or Administration. Candidates should be fluent or at least have a working knowledge in English and French.

Experience

The candidate should have:

1. At least 10 years' experience in fisheries and aquaculture law, policy and institutions in Africa
2. Specific working experiences and sound knowledge of international fisheries instruments, regional fisheries organizations and regional economic communities
3. Previous experience in developing legislative and/or policy implementation plans and strategies at national and regional levels).
4. Practical experience of carrying out assignments for the AU or other international development agencies

Reports

Reporting Requirements

The Consultant is required to prepare the following technical reports in English/French:

1. An Inception Report (IcTR) within 5 days of commencing duty. The ITR should not be longer than 10 pages and must include the proposed methodology, the calendar and programme of activities, RFBs to visit, people to meet and an outline of the contents of the Final Technical Report.
2. An Interim Technical Report (InTR), to be delivered at a time agreed in the IcTR;
3. The Final Technical Report (FTR), taking into account contributions and comments from the relevant RFBs. The draft final report must be submitted at least 5 days before the end of the period of implementation of the tasks. If required a second draft FTR will be requested for submission.

Submission of Technical Proposal

For this consultancy, the applicants should submit only technical proposals that include the below:

• Outlining methodologies, for collecting detailed information as per the tasks assigned to this consultancy.
• A profile and CVs of the consultant(s) undertaking the work indicating relevant experience and contribution of each one of them in the study.
• Other relevant information showing past experience in related field, demonstrate your expertise by showing the experience, academic background, an inventory of past and current assignments of similar nature.
• Contact addresses (Postal, email and telephone) of at least three referees and any other information that may show the consultant's ability to carry out the assignment to satisfaction.

Supervision

The successful consultant will work under the supervision of AU-IBAR.

Selection of the Consultant

The selection of the consultant will be based on the technical evaluation. The consultant with the highest technical score will be selected.

Payment of the Consultant

The professional fee of each consultancy is fixed at US$ 9,000 (nine thousand US Dollars). The field trip and DSA related to this consultancy will be taken in charge by AU-IBAR. The final Payment should be subject to delivery and clearance by IBAR.

How to apply:

Submission of Proposals

Applications should be sent to applications@au-ibar.org

with mention
"CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF CONSTRAINTS TO THE IMPLEMENTATION/ADOPTION OF INTERNATIONAL INSTRUMENTS FOR FISHERIES MANAGEMENT AND AQUACULTURE DEVELOPMENT FOR IDENTIFICATION OF INTERVENTION AREAS TO SUPPORT AU MEMBER STATES"

The deadline for application is 10 November 2014 at 15h00 (Nairobi time).

Conduct Mapping of Non-State Actors Organizations and to Develop Advocacy Strategy to Facilitate the Community-Based Fisheries Resources Management

Conduct Mapping of Non-State Actors Organizations and to Develop Advocacy Strategy to Facilitate the Community-Based Fisheries Resources Management in Africa

Context

In many member States of African Union, the Fisheries Administrations in generally now in agreement with the principle of the participatory management of the fisheries resources. Some member States have made significant process in participatory approach and have established mechanisms for "co-management" of fisheries resources. However, in practice, the level of participation raises questions in the majority of the cases. In reality, co-management is in the sense of sharing of duties and responsibilities between the public administration and non-state actors (NSAs) including fisherfolk Associations, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and others Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), hardly exist. There are not clearly defined roles for the non-state actors in the management and decision-making process, a situation accentuated by the poor knowledge on the distribution, status and capacity of these NSAs. However participatory management (co-management) provides opportunity for the non-state actors to be involved in decision making concerning the management of the fisheries activities especially with regards to the management and regulation of the small scale fisheries sub sector. But the non-actors face tremensous difficulties in taking part effectively and actively in the processes because of the weak capacities of organization, inadequate communication and advocacy. In addition, they are confronted in many cases with the issues of adequate or effective representativeness and legitimacy of their establishment. Most these organizations are also characterized by problems of leadership, and limited expertise in areas of organizational management.

There is also proliferation of other NGOs working at the interface between the Government and in fishing communities but their roles are not recognized or formalized and their extent of their contribution, distribution not assessed.

Thus one of the major obstacles to the involvement of these non-state actors in the management of the fisheries sector is often linked to their institutional and technical weak capacities. However there is need for recognition of the existence of communities for mutual interest, experience, and interaction that involve people living in and working from very different places who share fishing grounds and other fishery interests. This includes occupational communities which may also be recognized as participants in a catch share program through Fishing Association or other entities as Non-State Actors.

In a bid to improve coherence in the fisheries and governance on the continent for increased benefits to African countries, the African Union has developed a Policy Framework and Strategy for Reform of Fisheries and Aquaculture, which was adopted by 23rd summit of African Heads of States and Governments in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, June 2014. A key pillar of the pan African policy document is the development of small-scale fisheries.

To contribute to the implementation of this Policy Framework and Strategy of Reform, the African Union has received support from the European Union to implement a project on "Strengthening institutional capacity to improve the governance of the fisheries and aquaculture sector in Africa". One of the expected results of this project is to strengthen stakeholder organization, participation and promotion of the participatory fisheries management especially of the community-based management (co-management) of small-scale fisheries.

Justification

The recent conference of African Ministers of fisheries and aquaculture (CAMFA II) urged African Union, RECS and member States ''to facilitate the participation of non-state actors in fisheries and aquaculture decision-making processes''. The recently adopted Policy Framework and Reform Strategy underscored the need for empowerment of non-state actors and the development of advocacy strategy to facilitate the inclusion of stakeholders in fisheries management and decision-making process at national and regional level.

As outlined the major challenge to accomplish these goals are the proliferations of non-state actors in fisheries sector working at the interface between the Government and in fishing communities, non- recognition or non-formalization of their roles and extent of their contribution to sector development. That's why it is critical to conduct a stakeholder analysis, inventory with regards to their distribution, status, mandates and objectives in the fisheries and aquaculture sector in Africa.

This mapping of non-state actors will be essential to formulate an appropriate action plan to strengthen their capacity in recognition of their role and diverse nature. It's in this context that consultancies will be undertaken in the five regions of Africa (North, West, Central, East and South).

Objectives

The overall objective of this consultation is to develop a baseline document on the current situation of the non-state actors organisations and to propose an advocacy strategy to facilitate the effective participation of stakeholders in fisheries management and decision-making in Africa.

The specific objectives are to:

• Undertake an inventory (mapping) of the different types of non-state actors (Fisherfolk Associations, women fisher groups, Professional Organizations, Non-Governmental Organizations, and others Civil Society Organizations, etc.), at the local, national and regional level active in the fisheries and aquaculture sector in Africa.
• Establish the level of NSAs participation or inclusiveness in fisheries management processes including involvement in policy and legislation processes at national and regional level.
• Assess the capacity of the no-state actors States and their effectiveness, strengthen and weakness to participate at fisheries management,
• Identify the main challenges, constraints and opportunities of the fisheries NSAs in the national fisheries and aquaculture agenda.
• Assess the status, mandate, representativeness and legitimacy of NSAs and analyze the obstacles to the establishment and operationalization at national and regional level,
• Examine the institutional and legal framework for the NSAs participation in the fisheries management process in member State of African union,
• Make proposals for an advocacy strategy to facilitate the effective participation of non-state actors in fisheries management and decision-making in Africa,
• Propose a framework for establishment of a NSAs network in each of the 5 regions of Africa and a recommendation for institutional linkage to regional network for fisheries and aquaculture.

Expected Result

• Comprehensive report on the current situation of the non-state actors organisations in the member states of African Union and in the five regions of the continent.
• Recommendations on intervention areas and technical paper on proposals on options for support to strengthening the institutional and technical capacity of NSAs to effectively participate in fisheries management and aquaculture development in Africa.
• A framework for establishment of a non-state actors regional network in each region.

Specific Actvities

These activities will be implemented simultaneously through the engagement of one individual consultancy for each of the five Regions of Africa: East, Central, North, Southern and West. The Consultant will carry out following specific activities to produce a comprehensive baseline document on the current status of non-state actors and to make proposals for an advocacy strategy to facilitate the effective participation of stakeholders in fisheries management and decision-making in Africa:

• Briefing by the AU-IBAR;
• Consultation by email and phone with the national and regional relevant non-state actors in some selected countries by region;
• Conduct assessment of institutional, technical and operational capacities of the non-state actors organization actives in fisheries and aquaculture sector in Africa;
• Identify challenges faced by non-state actors for effectively participating to fisheries management and aquaculture development in the member states of African Union;
• Review the mandate and legitimacy set-up, activities of the national and sub-regional existing non-state actors in each region of the continent;
• Conduct review of the essential elements or components for regional cooperation to establishment regional non-state actors network in each region;
• Based on findings, recommend strategic intervention areas for sustainably strengthening the non-state actors organisations in AU member states and region
• Develop a framework for establishment of regional cooperation or accord to have one and unique non-state actors position and voice for Africa in international meeting and conference;
• Finalize the draft documents taking into account of the conclusions and recommendations made by the AU-IBAR;
• Compilation of the required reports as outlined in Section "Reporting Requirements" of this Terms of Reference.

Location

The consultancy would predominantly be desk, online research and by correspondences. But where necessary, field trips would be undertaken to respective African Union Member States selected.

Commencement date & Period of implementation

The intended commencement date is 20 November 2014 and the period of implementation of the contract will be 30 days from this date in each region.

Requirements

Qualification

• Graduate degree in social science, organization management, policy and law in environment field or equivalent. A qualification in fisheries or related discipline will be an added advantage.

Experience

• Over five years of professional experiences with the civil society, non-governmental organization works in the maritime field in Africa. A proven knowledge of relevant of the non-state actors in fisheries an aquaculture sector is essential
• Sound knowledge of the functions and mandates of the institutions responsible for fisheries management in member states of African Union
• Proven experience in strategy development and organization for the participation of non-state actors in the fisheries management in Africa,
• Familiarization with issues in fishing and fish farming communities in Africa
• Perfect knowledge of regional and international legal and regulatory framework for the non-state actors activities in the fisheries and aquaculture sector in Africa,
• Knowledge of the activities of regional fisheries organizations and other institutions e.g. RFBs, RFMO and RECs,
• Good experience or familiarization with the principle of co-management process in small scale fisheries sub sector,
• Excellent ability to write and communicate in English or French and working knowledge of one of the two languages.

Reports

Reporting Requirements

The Consultant is required to prepare the following technical reports in English/French:

1. An Inception Report (IcR) within 5 days of commencing duty. The Inception Report should not be longer than 10 pages and must include the proposed methodology, the calendar and programme of activities, African Union member States to visit, people to meet and an outline of the contents of the Final Technical Report.
2. An Interim Technical Report (InTR), to be delivered at a time agreed in the Inception Report;
3. The Final Technical Report (FTR), taking into account contributions and comments from the relevant RFBs. The draft final report must be submitted at least 5 days before the end of the period of implementation of the tasks. If required a second draft FTR will be requested for submission.

Submission of Technical

For this consultancy, the applicants should submit only Technical proposals that should include:

• Outlining methodologies, for collecting detailed information as per the tasks assigned to this consultancy.
• A profile and CVs of the consultant(s) undertaking the work indicating relevant experience and contribution of each one of them in the study.
• Other relevant information showing past experience in related field, demonstrate your expertise by showing the experience, academic background, an inventory of past and current assignments of similar nature.
• Contact addresses (Postal, email and telephone) of at least three referees and any other information that may show the consultant's ability to carry out the assignment to satisfaction.

Supervision

The successful consultant will work under the supervision of AU-IBAR.

Selection of the Consultant

The selection of the consultant will be based on the technical evaluation. The Consultant with the highest technical score will be selected.

Payment of the Consultant

The professional fee of each consultancy is fixed at US$ 9,000 (nine thousand US Dollars). The field trip and DSA related to this consultancy will be taken in charge by AU-IBAR. The final Payment should be subject to delivery and clearance by IBAR.

How to apply:

Submission of Proposals

Applications should be addressed to:

The Director,
African Union Inter-African Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR),
Kenindia Business Park, Museum Hill, Westlands Road
PO Box 30786-00100
Nairobi, Kenya

in a plain sealed envelope (external envelope) clearly marked "CONSULTANCIES TO CONDUCT MAPPING OF NON-STATE ACTORS ORGANIZATIONS AND TO DEVELOP ADVOCACY STRATEGY TO FACILITATE THE COMMUNITY-BASED FISHERIES RESOURCES MANAGEMENT IN AFRICA".

The deadline for application is 10 November 2014 at 15h00 (Nairobi time).