Nominations are open for the upcoming African Youth Commission (AYC) 2017 to 2019 Elections for its executive council. The African Youth Commission is the pan African youth version of the African Union Commission, representing the voice of youth and regional youth organizations across the African continent and Diaspora. It’s the unique platform for young people from 55 African countries (including the Kingdom of Morocco).
WORTH
The following positions are available and will be served for a two-year term:
- The Executive Chairperson.
- Deputy Executive Chairperson.
- Commissioner for Peace and Security.
- Commissioner for Political Affairs.
- Commissioner for Trade and Industry.
- Commissioner for Infrastructure and Energy.
- Commissioner for Social, Economic and Environmental Affairs.
- Commissioner for Human Resources, Science, Technology and Innovation.
- Commissioner for Gender, Agriculture and Rural Economy.
- Commissioner for African Diaspora and External Affairs.
ELIGIBILITY
To fit the criteria for nomination, candidates:
- Must be between the ages of 15 and 35 years;
- Must be national of any member state of African Union including the Kingdom of Morocco or African Diaspora, but do not need to be resident in that country;
- Must subscribed to the ideals and Pan African vision of “an integrated, prosperous and peaceful Africa, driven by its own citizens and representing a dynamic force in the global arena”;
- Must be a representative of an existing youth structure operating in Africa or Diaspora and candidature endorsed by at least 5 members of the leadership of such structure. Individual representation is allowed BUT must be supported by at least 15 paid up members of the Commission before eligibility to run for office;
- Must have a minimum of two years’ experience in youth work or as a national, regional/continental youth leader or activist;
DEADLINE: November 18 2016
To apply and for more information visit here
