Africa CDC Kofi Annan Scholars Program 2026: Strategy Development Expert (AVoHC) – Apply by 2 April @Apply by 2 April

Overview

The Africa CDC Kofi Annan Scholars Program is seeking Strategy Development Experts to join the African Volunteers Health Corps (AVoHC). This program deploys experienced professionals to support national public health systems, strategic planning, and health policy development across Africa, contributing to the continent's health security and response to public health threats.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct situational analyses and capability assessments
• Identify policy and operational gaps in public health systems
• Draft national strategies and institutional plans
• Facilitate strategic planning consultations and stakeholder workshops
• Develop implementation roadmaps and monitoring frameworks
• Produce technical reports, policy briefs, and planning guidance
• Support resource mobilization and partner coordination
• Design monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) systems

Requirements

• Master’s or PhD in Public Health, Health Policy, Health Systems Management, Strategic Planning or related field.
• At least 7 years of experience in strategic planning or public health policy.
• Experience working with Ministries of Health, NPHIs, or development partners.
• Demonstrated ability to develop national strategies or institutional frameworks.
• Knowledge of African health systems and policy environments.
• Proficiency in at least one African Union working language (English, French, Arabic, Portuguese, Spanish, Swahili).
• Policy analysis and strategic planning skills.
• Institutional development and system strengthening skills.
• Stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills.
• Strategic writing and policy communication skills.
• Adaptability, cultural awareness, emotional intelligence, and ability to work independently and in teams.

Benefits

• During Deployment: Round-trip travel tickets, health insurance, stipend and allowances, accommodation allowance (when applicable), communications and incidentals support, certificate of recognition.
• Additional Opportunities: Professional development training, mentorship, networking, participation in high-impact public health initiatives.

Location

Deployments across African Union Member States.

How to Apply

Interested applicants can apply through the official African Union recruitment portal. Further details can be found on the AU jobs portal.

Deadline

2 April 2026, 11:59 PM EAT