About this opportunity
Applications are now open for the 2026 African Union Commission Chairperson’s Youth Envoy (AUCYE), an opportunity for outstanding young African leaders to serve as the African Union’s chief advocate for youth development, participation, and empowerment across the continent. The African Union is seeking to appoint the 3rd African Union Commission Chairperson’s Youth Envoy for a two-year term (renewable), who will work closely with the AU Commission to amplify the voices of young Africans, influence continental policies, and strengthen youth participation in Africa’s development agenda under Agenda 2063. Why This Matters Young people are central to Africa’s future. The Youth Envoy serves as a bridge between African youth and the African Union, ensuring that young people’s aspirations, ideas, and concerns shape policies, programmes, and decisions that impact the continent. This role provides a unique platform to champion youth development, strengthen partnerships, and drive transformative change across Africa. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will:
- Champion African Union youth policies and priorities
- Promote meaningful youth participation in AU policy processes
- Mobilize partnerships for youth development and empowerment
- Advocate for increased investment in youth-focused initiatives
- Represent African youth in continental and global policy engagements
- Strengthen youth networks across Africa
- Support AU youth platforms, dialogues, and strategic events
- Promote greater youth inclusion across AU institutions Benefits Successful applicants will receive:
- Appointment as the 3rd African Union Commission Chairperson’s Youth Envoy
- Opportunity to influence youth policies across Africa
- Engagement with governments, development partners, and international organizations
- Access to high-level continental and global leadership platforms
- Annual remuneration of up to US$96,921.34 (internationally recruited staff)
- Opportunity to build partnerships that advance youth development across Africa
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be between 18 and 35 years old throughout the appointment
- Hold a Master’s degree with at least seven years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with at least ten years of relevant experience
- Have proven leadership experience in youth development, advocacy, public policy, international relations, development studies, political science, information technology, or related fields
- Demonstrate experience in youth mobilization, partnership building, and policy advocacy
- Possess strong communication, leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Be proficient in at least one African Union working language (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese, or Spanish). Knowledge of an additional AU language is an advantage.
- Be from the West, East, or Central African regions, in line with the AU’s geographical rotation policy
Documents to prepare
Applicants should submit:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (maximum three pages)
- National passport or national ID bio-data page
- Academic certificates
- Contact details of three referees Appointment Details
- Contract Duration: One year (renewable based on performance, funding availability, and agreed deliverables)
- Initial Probation: Three months Remuneration
- Internationally recruited staff: US$96,921.34 annual lump-sum
- Locally recruited staff: US$78,461.08 annual lump-sum Apply Here https://jobs.au.int/job/African-Union-Commission-Chairperson’s-Youth-Envoy/3023-en_US
Who can apply
- Eligibility Criteria Applicants must: Advertisement • Be between 18 and 35 years old throughout the appointment • Hold a Master’s degree with at least seven years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with at least ten years of re
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