NGO JOBS

Organization: World Wide Fund For Nature
Country: Cameroon
Closing date: 15 May 2014

The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) is one of the largest independent conservation organizations in the world. We are an international NGO committed to environmental protection active in almost 100 countries and have been working in the Congo Basin since 1978.

WWF has a focus on forest conservation through developing and managing protected areas, while promoting sustainable forestry practices and community conservation. WWF’s and IUCN’s wildlife trade programme, TRAFFIC, has also been working on wildlife trade-related priority issues in the region. One of the greatest current threats to Congo Basin ecosystems is poaching and illegal transnational trade in wildlife products, currently ranked as the 5th largest transnational illicit trade worldwide, after counterfeiting, drugs, people, and oil. Over the past two years, WWF & TRAFFIC ran a global illegal wildlife trade campaign, which included a Central Africa strand. As a result of this work, WWF and TRAFFIC are currently starting a global Wildlife Crime Programme (WCP).

WWF-Central Africa Regional Programme Office (CARPO) seeks a Head of Policy whose major functions will be developing and delivering the Central Africa strand of the WWF and TRAFFIC WCP, securing high level political and corporate commitments as well as programmatic impact delivery. S/He will do this through two primary functions:

• Develop and lead implementation of a political, partners and corporate engagement strategy (40%)
• Coordinate the overall programme in the Central Africa region (60%).

Location: The position will be based in Yaoundé, Cameroon (with frequent trips)

Duration: 2 years renewable.

Main responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Regional Conservation Director/GPP Leader, the Head of Policy has the following duties and responsibilities:

• Develop, coordinate and lead implementation of the Central Africa strand of the WWF / TRAFFIC wildlife crime programme, including working with regional and international communicators to use communications effectively and strategically;
• Support the implementation of negotiation, lobbying and outreach strategies of the programme, engage key external stakeholders;
• Support Country Offices and TRAFFIC Central Africa to engage more effectively with their governments, the corporate sector and the public, provide capacity development and programmatic oversight to teams;
• Identify and develop strategic partnerships and alliances around wildlife crime in Central Africa with key players, particularly in key donor countries or demand countries for illegal wildlife trade, to ensure effective achievement of programme objectives;
• Advise and oversee the development of a comprehensive system for the gathering and knowledge-sharing of information and developments relating to illicit trade (seizures, prosecutions etc);
• Ensure that the Central African work is fully integrated with -and supports the global WWF/TRAFFIC WCP.

What you need:

Required Qualifications

• At least 10 years’ experience in national and/or regional/international policy advocacy, including high level political negotiations, preferably within a Central African context;
• Minimum bachelor’s degree;
• Strong working knowledge of political and policy making processes within Central Africa;
• Proven track record in successfully developing, leading, and managing projects in the field of wildlife conservation or law enforcement.

Required skills and competencies

• Demonstrated ability to deliver high level policy outcomes;
• Strong ability to initiate, build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders;
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize;
• Strong technical skills, ability to develop and co-ordinate conservation programmes and projects, and to work effectively with a wide variety of partners and disciplines.
• Good working knowledge of both English and French;
• Adhere to WWF’s values: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging.

Please consult the attached job description for more information on the position.

How to apply:

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to send a cover letter and a detailed CV to the address recruitcarpo@wwfcarpo.org

The subject should read HPE.

Please note that only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted for follow up. If you have not been contacted six (6) weeks after closing, consider your application unsuccessful.

Deadline for applications: 15 May 2014.

WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce

Organization: World Wide Fund For Nature
Country: Cameroon
Closing date: 14 Feb 2014

Fantastic opportunity for dynamic leader with a passion for conservation. Help WWF build a sustainable future by leading our Central Africa Regional Programme Office by implementing strategic objectives and managing a successful change process.

Location/Contract Details:

WWF office in Yaoundé, Cameroon.

Mission of the Office:

To ensure a high performing WWF International Programme Office with efficient operating systems, professional and skilled staff, and strong financial resources, delivering high conservation impact on issues and in places that are key for WWF’s Network Initiatives and other global conservation priorities.

Main responsibilities:

Lead the vision, strategic planning, and future institutional development;

Lead the office effectively through a 3 year change process in line with Africa 2020 vision;

Provide effective leadership and line management for all members of the senior management staff;

Overall responsible for the CARPO program and ensure that the WWF CARPO's legal and reporting requirements are met and adhere to WWF's policies, procedures and standards;

Represent CARPO at key regional forums.

What you need:

Required Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

Advanced University degree in Business Management, lnternational Relations/Development and other related fields;

Additional academic training or degree in an Environmental field such as Natural Resource Management is a strong asset;

Proven track record and proficiency in successfully leading large scale programmes and/or institutions in the field of conservation, natural-resource management or international development;

At least 10 years professional experience in a leadership role, 3-5 years of which should be in the region, with demonstrated success in managing multi-disciplinary teams.

Proven leadership skills and inter-personal skills;

Excellent capacity to manage human and financial resources;

Demonstrated fund-raising skills and experience with donor/government aid agencies;

Ability to operate at all levels and liaise effectively with local communities, government agencies, governmental policy and decision makers, as well the business community;

Proven knowledge and experience of the not-for-profit sector, preferably of environmental non- government organisations;

High level negotiation and influencing skills and the capacity to develop and maintain strong relationships at all levels in the business, not-for-profit, scientific and political communities;

Media relation skills and networks at the highest levels of Governments and Business;

Committed to equal opportunity employment policies;

Excellent oral and written communications skills in English and French. Knowledge of other African language from the region an asset;

Adhere to WWF’s values: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging.

Please consult the attached job description for more information on the position.

How to apply:

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Organization: CARE
Country: Cameroon
Closing date: 28 Feb 2014

CARE Cameroon seeks a Chief of Party to lead the upcoming, USAID-funded, Continuum of Prevention, Care, and Treatment (CoPCT) for HIV/AIDS with Most-at-risk Populations (CHAMP-Cameroon). CHAMP will expand the continuum of prevention, care and treatment for key populations by building on the activities currently implemented by HAPP in the five regions which include the two largest cities (Yaounde and Douala): Littoral-Douala; Centre- Yaounde; North West-Bamenda; Est- Bertoua and Garoua; and South-Kribi. The CHAMP activities will be expanded within the largest urban areas of all ten provinces where high concentrations of target populations are found – with the Chief of Party based in Yaounde.

CHAMP-Cameroon is a five-year project for a total cost estimate of $18.8 million.CHAMP will achieve the 3 following main, and interconnected, results:Technical competence of partners in key populations program design and management using CoPCT is increased,Enabling environment for key populations HIV/AIDS programming is strengthened,Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement, and Monitoring and Evaluation systems in CoPCT is strengthened.The project, built on current USAID support in Cameroon, aims to increase access and use of quality HIV prevention care and support services for key populations. These efforts will expand service coverage in the country from five to ten regions, and generate data for evidence-based programming. The project will use a continuum of care approach to service provision, and will link clients with community-and facility-based interventions. It will also strengthen the capacity of existing health systems, including the policy environment and networks, for a well-coordinated response. It is anticipated that at least 140,000 beneficiaries including 16,000 MSM, 66,000 CSW and 58,000 other clients will be reached with quality HIV prevention, care and support services over the five years.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing overall vision, leadership and guidance of the project internally with project staff and externally with USAID, host governments, other donors and stakeholders. The COP shall have principal responsibility for overall project management and technical operations to ensure that project tasks are completed and that project objectives are successfully met. S/he will lead the team and serve as the primary point of contact with USAID/WA AOR, PEPFAR Cameroon, and with the USAID Country Representative in Cameroon regarding implementation of activities and management matters relating to the agreement. S/he will have overall responsibility for assuring that all assistance provided under the agreement, whether by international or local experts/personnel, is technically sound and appropriate for the needs to be addressed; and for adequately managing and supervising the work of all experts/personnel. S/he will be the primary point of contact for information on the progress and current status of all activities under the agreement and will establish appropriate mechanisms to ensure that activity progress and specific implementation concerns are regularly and promptly reported. S/he will manage the preparation and presentation of proposed implementation plans and all reports.

Specific duties and responsibilities include the following:

Oversee the completion of all technical requirements, including project results and deliverables, in accordance with the project work plan.Guide team members to fulfill the project’s strategic goals and objectives.Report against the project’s baseline targets.Manage the project’s operational, financial, and administrative priorities. Facilitate the project team’s implementation of national and local level communication campaigns.Build partnerships among national- and community-level actors.Function as the primary liaison between all project stakeholders.Create management systems in line with CARE’s standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency with project needs.Design and oversee an annual project cycle in accordance with the USAID annual planning cycle. Work with staff and partners to translate project goals and objectives into implementable strategies and plans.Direct and oversee planning and budgeting processes. Prepare quarterly and annual project activity reports, as specified in the contract.Maintain internal control.Supervise the performance of all long- and short-term advisors, consultants, and staff. Clarify roles, delegate responsibilities to senior staff, and clearly communicate expectations for staff contribution to project activities.Manage and supervise project staff and partners in the identifying the project’s technical assistance needs, developing suitable scopes of work, recruiting consultants, and executing technical assistance contracts.Maintain productive working relationships with USAID clients, project partners, and key counterparts.Report to the Portfolio Manager in CARE’s home office.Minimum Qualifications:

At least 15 years of experience successfully managing and leading evaluations/research programs for complex international public health programs (implementation, logistics, budget, staffing) funded by USAID or international projects in Africa, ideally in francophone West or Central Africa;Master’s degree in Public Health or related field required; an advanced degree a plus;Demonstrated ability in the concepts, principles, methods and techniques of delivering public health programs for HIV/AIDS;Demonstrated skills in effectively negotiating with host governments, donors, UN agencies, other USAID projects, local organizations and partners;Demonstrated experience managing USAID projectsSignificant experience in service delivery for key populations and sensitivity to implementation of programs that serve key populationsAbility to successfully recruit, train, develop, and manage staff;Ability to manage agreements and all required programmatic and financial reporting requirements;Ability to perform internal control functions to manage day-to-day operations of the project;Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing in English and French required

How to apply:

Apply online at:https://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp;jsessionid=C2C...

Organization: CARE
Country: Cameroon
Closing date: 28 Feb 2014

CARE Cameroon seeks a Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist to lead the upcoming, USAID-funded, Continuum of Prevention, Care, and Treatment (CoPCT) for HIV/AIDS with Most-at-risk Populations (CHAMP-Cameroon). CHAMP will expand the continuum of prevention, care and treatment for key populations by building onthe activities currently implemented by HAPP in the five regions which include the two largest cities(Yaounde and Douala): Littoral-Douala; Centre- Yaounde; North West-Bamenda; Est- Bertoua andGaroua; and South-Kribi. The CoPCT activities will be expanded within the largest urban areas of all ten provinces where high concentrations of target populations are found – with the Chief of Party based in Yaounde.

CHAMP-Cameroon is a five-year project for a total cost estimate of $18.8 million. CHAMP will achieve the 3 following main, and interconnected, results:

Technical competence of partners in key populations program design and management using CoPCT is increased;Enabling environment for key populations HIV/AIDS programming is strengthened;Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement, Monitoring and Evaluation systems in CoPCT is strengthened.The project, built on current USAID support in Cameroon, aims to increase access and use of quality HIV prevention care and support services for key populations. These efforts will expand service coverage in the country from five to ten regions, and generate data for evidence-based programming. The project will use a continuum of care approach to service provision, and will link clients with community-and facility-based interventions. It will also strengthen the capacity of existing health systems including the policy environment and networks for a well-coordinated response. It is anticipated that at least 140,000 beneficiaries including 16,000 MSM, 66,000 CSW and 58,000 other clients will be reached with quality HIV prevention, care and support services over the five years.

The successful candidate will be responsible for oversight of all M&E components project. The M&E Specialist will be responsible of the development and oversight of the PMP, annual work plans (including targets), quarterly reports, and annual reports. The M&E Specialist will also play a large role in assisting the capacity building efforts of the applicant to develop, standardize, and utilize standardized data collection and reporting forms for key populations in Cameroon.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Public Health, Development, or related degree requiredDemonstrated experience managing USAID projectsSignificant experience in service delivery for key populations and sensitivity to implementation of programs that serve key populationsAt least 10 years of experience in M&E, ideally in francophone West and Central AfricaExperience in basic M&E concepts including indicator development, tool development, reporting systems strengthening, and data quality assessmentsExperience in building capacity in M&EExperience in data collection, aggregation, analysis, and report writing

How to apply:

Apply online at:https://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp;jsessionid=C2C...

Organization: CARE
Country: Cameroon
Closing date: 28 Feb 2014

CARE Cameroon seeks a Capacity-Building Advisor to support the upcoming, USAID-funded, Continuum of Prevention, Care, and Treatment (CoPCT) for HIV/AIDS with Most-at-risk Populations (CHAMP-Cameroon). CHAMP will expand the continuum of prevention, care and treatment for key populations by building on the activities currently implemented by HAPP in the five regions, which include the two largest cities (Yaounde and Douala): Littoral-Douala; Centre- Yaounde; North West-Bamenda; Est- Bertoua and Garoua; and South-Kribi. The CHAMP activities will be expanded within the largest urban areas of all ten provinces where high concentrations of target populations are found.

CHAMP-Cameroon is a five-year project for a total cost estimate of $18.8 million. The project will achieve the 3 following main, and interconnected, results:

Technical competence of partners in key populations is heightened,Program design and management using CoPCT is increased,Enabling environment for key populations HIV/AIDS programming is strengthened, andQuality Assurance/Quality Improvement, and Monitoring and Evaluation systems in CoPCT is strengthened.The project, built on current USAID support in Cameroon, aims to increase access to and use of quality HIV prevention care and support services for key populations. These efforts will expand service coverage in the country from five to ten regions, and will generate data for evidence-based programming. The project will use a continuum-of-care approach to service provision, and will link clients with community-and facility-based interventions. It will also strengthen the capacity of existing health systems, including the policy environment and networks, for a well-coordinated response. It is anticipated that at least 140,000 beneficiaries – including 16,000 MSM, 66,000 CSW and 58,000 other clients – will be reached with quality HIV prevention, care, and support services over the five years.

The successful candidate will be responsible for oversight of all capacity- building components of the project. The Capacity-Building Advisor will provide technical assistance in organizational development and management of applicants. Moreover, s/he will implement the project’s strategy for the coordination and strengthening of all training and capacity-building activities. This includes developing curricula, recruiting and coordinating trainers, arranging logistics for training sessions, implementing all orientation and sensitization activities for government and other stakeholders, and strengthening activities of the GRC systems, drop-in-centers, and Centers of Excellence.

The Capacity-Building Advisor will also plan and coordinate all South-to-South exchanges, including other organizations within Cameroon, to come and learn from the Centers of Excellence. Moreover, s/he send relevant staff to visit other models of service delivery for key populations in other West and Central African countries. S/he should be able to clearly demonstrate her/his understanding of the current scientific literature and global state-of-the-art knowledge in innovative HIV/AIDS prevention programming for MARP populations. An understanding of socio-cultural issues and nuances of working in such communities is highly desirable. Finally, s/he should have considerable experience and technical expertise working with community-based organizations, NGOs, and host-country governments.

Minimum Qualifications:

At least 10 years of experience in capacity building, human resource development, and training in Africa, ideally in francophone West and Central AfricaMaster’s degree in one of the following or a related field: Anthropology, Behavior Change Communications, Public Health Education, Social and Behavioral Sciences, Community Development, Social or Community Psychology, Public Health and International Communications requiredExperience in curriculum development, adult learning theories, and measurement of training and capacity-building outcomesExperience in developing a capacity-building planExperience in measuring capacity-building achievementsAbility to manage South-to-South exchanges including planning and coordinating visitsFluency in speaking, reading, and writing in English and French required

How to apply:

Apply online at:https://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CAREUSA&cw...

Organization: Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute
Country: Cameroon
Closing date: 27 Sep 2013

L’Institut Tropical et de Santé Publique Suisse (Swiss TPH) est une institution de droit publique ayant pour mandat de contribuer à l’amélioration de la santé des populations à travers la recherche, la mise en œuvre de projets de développement et l’enseignement. Le Centre Suisse en Santé Internationale du Swiss TPH est chargé de la mise en œuvre des missions de consultance, de la gestion de projet et de la réalisation d’études opérationnelles dans le domaine de la santé internationale. Nous sommes à la recherche :

Expert régional en Suivi et Evaluation (Poste basé à Yaoundé, Cameroun)

Dans le cadre du projet Prévention VIH/SIDA en Afrique Central (PPSAC) financé par la coopération financière allemande (KfW) et mis en œuvre par l’Organisation de Coordination pour la lutte contre les Endémies en Afrique Centrale (OCEAC) vos tâches incluent:

• Suivi programmatique des activités du PPSAC et coordination/analyse des activités de S&E du programme• Coordination des enquêtes et études du PPSAC• Suivi des Unités Jeunes dans le cadre du Forum Régional des Jeunes de la Zone CEMAC en lutte contre le SIDA (FREJES) et des partenaires régionaux dans le cadre de la mise en œuvre des Activités Communes Synergiques Transfrontalières (ACSTF)• Encadrement de la mise en œuvre de la Stratégie à Base Communautaire (SBC)

Afin de compléter au mieux notre équipe interdisciplinaire nous attendons les qualifications suivantes:

• Etre titulaire d’un diplôme de maîtrise ou équivalent en épidémiologie, statistiques ou démographie. Un diplôme de doctorat et/ou maîtrise en santé publique sera un atout• Avoir une compétence prouvée en matière de planification, suivi et évaluation des projets,• Avoir une expertise et une expérience professionnelle d’au moins 5 ans dans le domaine du VIH/SIDA et/ou de la santé publique,• Avoir de l’expertise dans le domaine des recherches opérationnelles (planification et analyse des enquêtes et interprétation des données), y inclut des enquêtes CAP. • Avoir de l’expérience dans le travail avec des Organismes Internationaux (bi ou multilatéraux) et avoir la connaissance des mécanismes de coopération• Avoir une maîtrise de l’outil informatique et des divers logiciels spécifiques à la recherche et au suivi évaluation,• Provenance d’un pays membre de la CEMAC

How to apply:

Un contrat local jusqu’au 30 juin 2014 sera offert. Une extension deux ans sera ensuite envisagée en fonction de l’évolution du PPSAC et de la performance du collaborateur.

Nous visons à avoir le/la candidat(e) retenu(e) en place le plus rapidement possible si possible en date du 15 octobre 2013

Si vous êtes intéressé vous êtes invité de soumettre votre CV, une copie de vos diplômes et le nom de 2 personnes de contact jusqu’au 27 septembre 2013 (date de clôture) à Dr Emmanuel A. Carlos GBAGUIDI, Coordinateur PPSAC, BP: 15.665 Yaoundé. Des applications par Email sont les bienvenues à l’adresse suivante: emmanuel.gbaguidi@swisstph.org avec copie à kaspar.wyss@unibas.ch

Organization: ESTHER
Country: Cameroon
Closing date: 13 Sep 2013

Le Groupement d’Intérêt Public ESTHER a été créé en mars 2002 à l’initiative de Berrnard Kouchner, alors Ministre de la Santé, pour favoriser l’accès au traitement et aux soins de qualité en faveur des personnes vivant avec le VIH/Sida dans les pays en développement.Le GIP ESTHER contribue aujourd’hui à la prise en charge globale des personnes vivant avec le VIH (PVVIH) dans 18 pays, principalement en Afrique, mais également en Asie du Sud-Est, fournissant un appui scientifique, technique et financier aux acteurs des pays partenaires. Il regroupe un réseau d’une soixantaine d’hôpitaux français intervenant en partenariat avec des homologues du Sud ainsi qu’une centaine d’associations partenaires. Par la fourniture d’expertises et son appui financier, ESTHER (Ensemble pour une Solidarité Thérapeutique Hospitalière En Réseau) vise à renforcer les capacités des acteurs du Sud pour faciliter la prise en charge globale des PVVIH.Les Ministères français de la Santé, des Affaires étrangères et européennes et des Finances assurent la tutelle du GIP. Le GIP assure également le secrétariat de l’Alliance ESTHER européenne qui regroupe une dizaine de pays. Enfin, le GIP travaille en étroite relation avec diverses agences de l’ONU : OMS, ONUSIDA, UNITAID, Fonds Mondial.

Fonctions

Sous l’autorité d’un Responsable de Projets, le Coordinateur est le représentant du GIP ESTHER au Cameroun. Il participe à la définition de la stratégie du GIP dans ce pays et il est responsable de la coordination des projets ESTHER au Cameroun et de leur mise en œuvre.

Le coordinateur national encadre une équipe de coordination composée de 4 chargés de projet, d’un service administratif , financier et logistique ( lui-même composé d’un responsable , d’un comptable d’un assistant administratif pour les projets, d’un comptable, d’un assistant administratif et logistique, de 3 chauffeurs et d’un agent d’entretien), et toute autre personne qui sera recrutée au sein de la coordination ESTHER Cameroun. Le Coordinateur est l’interlocuteur pour ESTHER auprès du Ministère de la Santé du Cameroun. Il est l’interlocuteur au Cameroun des PTF, bailleurs potentiels des projets ESTHER. Il rend compte auprès du responsable de projets du siège du bon développement des projets et relais les difficultés rencontrées dans les projets au Cameroun et propose des solutions.

Le Coordinateur a pour missions:

a. L’appui au montage et à l’écriture des projets

Quelle que soit la source de financement,Le Coordinateur oriente et appuie : - les partenaires dans l’écriture et la budgétisation des projets, en fonction des besoins identifiés et des politiques nationales, en s’assurant que les axes stratégiques du GIP sont respectés et que la formalisation répond aux exigences du GIP. Il s’assure que les délais de soumission sont respectés. – le siège quand il s’agit d’un projet multi pays, s’assurant que les spécificités de ESTHER au Cameroun soient prises en compte.

Le Coordinateur écrit et coordonne l’écriture de nouveaux projets en s’assurant que les axes stratégiques d’ESTHER sont respectés et que la formalisation répond aux exigences d’ESTHER ou des bailleurs de fonds . Il s’assure que les délais de soumission sont respectés.

b. Le suivi des projets

Le Coordinateur est responsable de la bonne articulation programmatique, opérationnelle, institutionnelle et politique des différents projets ESTHER au Cameroun.

Le Coordinateur encadre et appuie les missions de supervision des projets des chargés de projets et des membres du service administratif, financier et logistique. Il valide et autorise autant de missions que nécessaire selon des TDR qui lui sont soumis.

Il veille à ce que :i) les projets soient mis en œuvre par les partenaires nationaux, ii) les documents supports et les outils de suivi du GIP sont mis à leur disposition et correctement renseignés, iii) les activités des partenaires et celles mises en œuvre par la coordination ESTHER Cameroun soient bien planifiées et réalisées dans le temps imparti, iv) les rapports techniques et financiers soient consolidés et disponibles dans les délais requis.

Le Coordinateur veille et s’assure que les procédures de ESTHER ou des bailleurs potentiels sont bien respectées et que les rapports techniques et financiers sont réalisés et disponibles dans les délais impartis.Le Coordinateur adresse à la Responsable de Projets un rapport de coordination annuel, en janvier, sur les activités et l’évolution de l’ensemble des projets.Il/elle participe à l’analyse régulière de la qualité de la prise en charge des patients, et s’assure de la cohérence des projets avec l’évolution des pratiques et des stratégies d’accès aux soins nationales.

Il coordonne les activités des chargés de projets notamment lors de la mobilisation des ATN, ATN et agents du siège, et il participe à l’élaboration et valide leurs termes de références.

De manière générale,le Coordinateur anticipe les difficultés, alerte le Responsable de Projets au siège lorsque les objectifs d’un projet risquent de ne pas être atteints, et propose des solutions. Le coordinateur alerte le responsable Projets au siège de toute opportunité de projets et d financements potentiel dans le cadre de la stratégie ESTHER au Cameroun

c. La communication

Le Coordinateur assure le positionnement de ESTHER dans le paysage de la coopération en santé au Cameroun.Il assure une bonne circulation de l’information et le maintien de bonnes relations de collaboration avec l’ensemble des partenaires, les autorités sanitaires du pays, l’ambassade de France à Yaoundé, avec les agences de l’administration nationale, avec les agences bilatérales, multilatérales et les organisations privées impliquées dans la charge du VIH, en veillant tout particulièrement à la coordination des efforts et à la mutualisation des actions de soutien.

Le Coordinateur représente ESTHER dans les réunions internationales sur demande du GIP ESTHER, et participe au moins une fois par an à la semaine des Coordinateurs organisée par le siège. Il collecte et communique de manière proactive au Responsable de Projets l’information concernant l’évolution du programme national de lutte contre le Sida et la prise en charge des patients atteints du VIH/Sida dans le pays, et de toute autre évolution des directives nationales relatives à un projet mis en œuvre par ESTHER au Cameroun.

Le Coordinateur est responsable de la préparation et de l’organisation du comité de liaison ESTHER et de toute autre réunion tenue au niveau national.

d. Encadrement et gestion du bureau ESTHER Cameroun

Le Coordinateur encadre l’équipe de la Coordination ESTHER Cameroun. Il/elle doit s’assurer du respect des fiches de poste, de la qualité du travail fourni, de l’adéquation des moyens mis à disposition, et il vérifie la bonne prise en charge administrative et financière des personnes concernées. Il est responsable du fonctionnement du bureau et du matériel mis à la disposition de son équipe, assure le suivi de l’avancement des projets avec les Chargés de de projets, apporte un soutien ponctuel technique et politique aux Chargés de de projets, assure l’organisation et l’animation des réunions hebdomadaires au sein de la coordination, assure les recrutements au sein de la coordination, le suivi des déplacements missions, le suivi des projets pays, en l’absence des Chargés de projets.

Le poste est basé à Yaoundé, avec des déplacements dans toutes les régions du Cameroun (pas d’expatriation).

How to apply:

Envoyer cv + lettre de motivation avant le 13 septembre 2013 à : myriam.pierrot@esther.fr ; anne.ohanessian@esther.fr.

Organization: ARCHIVE Global
Country: Cameroon
Closing date: 30 Sep 2013

Do you want to use your architectural or design skills to help improve health among the world's poor? We have an exciting project underway in West Africa and need your help!

ARCHIVE Global is an international non-profit organization using housing design to improve health. For more info: www.archiveglobal.org

We're looking for very talented designers and architects to join our team in an unpaid (volunteer) role over a period of 3-6 months in Cameroon. You'll be involved with our upcoming international project which will involve architectural design - and where no two days are exactly the same.

You will be based in Cameroon and available for 28 hours per week, for a minimum 3-6 months.

Looking for candidates all all levels - from junior to senior designers, project architects!You must have (at minimum) a degree in architecture to be considered for this role.

French speakers are required for this role.
If chosen, you will need to fund the full cost of your international, local travel, room and board while in country. A very nominal stipend is provided.

If you love design as much as you love helping those most in need - then get in touch now!! Vacancy will remain open until filled.
To see the latest paid and volunteer opportunity with ARCHIVE Global, follow us @archiveglobal or at www.facebook.com/archiveglobal

How to apply:

Send resume, cover letter and/or a few samples of your work - not exceeding 2MB.

Send to: Recruitment Coordinator at fellows@archiveglobal.org
Include 'International Design Fellow' in subject line.

Organization: Clinton Health Access Initiative
Country: Cameroon
Closing date: 07 Oct 2013

Overview:The Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) works in partnership with country governments, partners, and other major stakeholders to identify the key obstacles to access and scale-up of essential health services, and to develop sustainable strategies to overcome them. CHAI’s solution-oriented approach focuses on improving market dynamics for medicines and diagnostics; lowering prices for treatment; accelerating access to life-saving technologies; and helping governments build the capacity required for high-quality care and treatment programs.

CHAI recently worked with major donors in the global community reach an agreement to reduce the price of certain contraceptive implants by over 50% for the developing world. This price reduction now makes it more feasible to offer women the choice of contraceptive implants as an effective method of long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) alongside other forms of LARC and short acting methods. To ensure that this price reduction ultimately benefits women with unmet family planning needs, CHAI is assisting governments and coordinating with donors and partners to rapidly scale up access to implants.

CHAI is looking for a Family Planning Analyst to provide support to the Government of Cameroon and collaborate with partners to assemble, organize, and analyze data and generate evidence to inform expansion of implant services to rapidly increase access. The Analyst will also lend analytics expertise as needed to CHAI family planning country programs elsewhere in Africa. The Analyst will be based Yaoundé and will report to the Country Program Manager and to the Global Program Director. Frequent travel in-country and regionally will be required. The Analyst will work very closely with the Ministry of Health of Cameroon, interacting on a regular basis with donors and implementing partners, to perform the analysis needed to inform a rapid, effective, government-led plan for expansion of implant services. In providing technical assistance to CHAI country programs, the Analyst must be able to adapt quickly to new environments and scenarios, problem solve independently and with limited supervision, and process large amounts of information logically and efficiently. The Analyst must develop a thorough understanding of the family planning supply chain and service delivery systems, and stay up to date on issues of interest in the space. Strong quantitative and analytical skills are pre-requisites for this position.

Responsibilities:The Family Planning Analyst will work with the Ministry of Health and relevant partners to:• Improve quantification and forecasting for contraceptive implants to better reflect true demand for the product, and work with MoH and partners to better coordinate procurement• Analyze implant volumes and distribution patterns at the regional and, where possible, facility level to rationalize distribution and provide ongoing troubleshooting support to ensure volumes distributed match needs and HR capacity• Assist with development of the LARC components in the upcoming revision of the Reproductive Health Strategic Plan, including supporting analysis to set ambitious but achievable targets• Quantify and map current human resources for implant provision and those required to expand services to reach access goals• Quantify gaps in funding needed to achieve access goals, and provide additional analysis as needed to advocate for this fundingThe analyst will work with CHAI country programs to• Provide advanced analytics support to Ministries of Health across a range of areas, such as commodities forecasting, human resources tracking and modeling, and costing• Assist countries to build, maintain, and use models and databases in ExcelQualifications:• Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of professional experience in the private or public sector• Excellent problem solving, analytical, and quantitative skills, including significant experience working in Excel• Strong diplomatic and interpersonal skills, and ability to build strong, intercultural, professional relationships with a range of stakeholders• Ability to learn quickly and absorb and synthesize a broad range of information• Ability to handle multiple work streams in parallel, set priorities, and work independently and quickly with limited supervision• Strong organizational skills

Preferred qualifications• Experience working in developing countries, especially with governments• Business analysis, management consulting or other relevant private and public sector experience• Experience working in procurement and supply chain management• Experience with quantification and forecasting of commodities• Strong written and oral communication skills in French

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