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Date Posted : Apr 28, 2022
Community Mobiliser Communications ( UNESCO) Nkongsamba Melong, Yaounde
  • Required No. of Employee's : 1
  • Salary : 0.00
  • Duration of Employment : Fixed Term
  • Prefered Sex : Male/Female
  • Sector of Vacancy : COMMUNICATIONS

Qualification/Work Experience :

  • REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Higher education (bachelor degree) with qualification in social sciences, international relations would be an asset, or other related field. Professional Experience Experience in peacebuilding or conflict resolution Experience in mobilizing, sensitizing, communicating and informing community groups; Work supervision and report writing; Knowledge of the Cameroonian anthropological context and mainly the Wouri and Moungo departments in the Littoral region and respect for local sensitivities; Resident or at least five (05) years of work experience in the communes of Nkongsamba 1 and/or Melong would be an asset. Long Description Skills and competencies - Writing, communication, community engagement, peacemaking/mediation, and organizational and coordination skills; - Knowledge of different software and tools used for correspondence, reports, graphics, presentations, websites, etc. such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Typo3, etc; - Ability to work in a team and take initiative and provide quality support and services in a timely manner; - Discretion and good ability to deal effectively and tactfully with people from different cultural backgrounds; - Flexibility to adjust work schedules and priorities; - Good analytical and adaptive skills, dynamism, initiative, discretion and maturity of judgment; - Ability to work in a team and under pressure; Languages - Excellent knowledge of French and/or English and a very good knowledge of the other language. - Excellent knowledge of at least one of the local languages of the community DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Education - A technical or professional qualification in project management would be an asset; Professional Experience - Good knowledge of the United Nations system and its functioning, in particular UNESCO rules and procedures; - Moderate knowledge of project management. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Job Title: Community Mobiliser / Communication Type of contract: Consultant Grade: Junior Duration of contract: 06 months, possibly renewable depending on financial availability and results obtained Duty station : Cameroon (Littoral region - Zone Nkongsamba 1er et Melong) Deadline for submission of applications (midnight Central African time): 8 May 2022

Job Description:

  • OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST The socio-political crisis in the North-West and South-West of Cameroon has forced hundreds of thousands of young people to flee their communities to seek refuge in the neighboring Littoral and West regions. This internal migration is a source of conflict, sometimes violent in places, and results in a situation where IDPs do not enjoy their basic rights in host communities. Faced with this situation, the project entitled "Strengthening sustainable peaceful coexistence and empowering displaced youths in the councils of the West and Littoral regions of Cameroon” intends to contribute to a better integration of these youths in the host communities of the Littoral region (Douala 4th, Manjo, Melong and Nkongsamba 1 councils) and West region (Babadjou, Bafoussam 1, Mbouda and Santchou councils) to establish a culture of sustainable peace. It specifically aims at strengthening peaceful coexistence between displaced young men and women (JHFDs) and youths from host communities in these regions. As part of the effective and successful implementation of the project "Strengthening sustainable peaceful coexistence and empowering displaced youths in the councils of the West and Littoral regions of Cameroon” financed by the United Nations Secretary-General's Special Fund for Peacebuilding (SFP) and implemented jointly by the UNESCO Regional Office for Central Africa and the IOM Office in Yaoundé, four (4) community mobilizers will be recruited: two (2) of whom will be working in the West region and the other two (2) in the Littoral region. They will be responsible for monitoring the project's activities. Under the general authority of the Director of the UNESCO Regional Office for Central Africa in Yaoundé, the direct supervision of the Regional Communication and Information Advisor in collaboration with the Project Coordinator of the project "Strengthening sustainable peaceful coexistence and empowering displaced youths in the councils of the West and Littoral regions of Cameroon” in Yaoundé, the incumbent will: Long Description Support the project team in the supervision and monitoring of the implementation of project activities in the communes of Nkongsamba I and Melong; Participate in the design and implementation of outreach and mass awareness campaigns on living together and available communal services; Participate in the design and writing of communal editorials to ensure equitable access to information for IDPs; Supervise the activities of junior community mobilizers in the communes of Nkongsamba I and Melong; Facilitate access to and participation in activities by women, youth and other identified vulnerable groups; Maintain transparent communication on the issues and objectives of the various project components; Communicate regularly with community groups and other local stakeholders in a proactive manner; Long Description Liaise between the junior mobilizers and the joint project management team; Ensure quality control of the implementation of project activities by the Implementing Partner; Ensure the follow-up of the service providers' contracts; Support in the preparation, organization and realization of meetings, workshops/seminars and other activities of animation/awareness raising within the framework of the project; Ensure the security and confidentiality of data and information collected; Contribute to the timely production of project activity reports; Adhere strictly to the principles of "zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse" and the "do no harm" policy throughout the implementation of the project; Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisors (UNESCO and IOM). COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial) Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) Professionalism (C) - For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framewor ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Job Title: Community Mobiliser / Communication Type of contract: Consultant Grade: Junior Duration of contract: 06 months, possibly renewable depending on financial availability and results obtained Duty station : Cameroon (Littoral region - Zone Nkongsamba 1er et Melong) Deadline for submission of applications (midnight Central African time): 8 May 2022 SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted. The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates. Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.

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Date Posted : Aug 15, 2022
Sr Laboratory Commodity
  • Required No. of Employee's : 1
  • Salary : 0.00
  • Duration of Employment : Full Time
  • Prefered Sex : Male/Female
  • Sector of Vacancy : MEDICAL LABORATORY

Qualification/Work Experience :

  • Required Skills and Qualifications • Master’s in Biological/Laboratory Sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, supply chain management, public health, or related field required. Advanced degree preferred. • At least seven years of experience HIV/AIDS commodities supply chain management • Proven ability to supervise and mentor technical staff • Proven ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team Page 3 of 3 • Experience working with a range of partners and clients especially the MOH, INGO, USG to strengthen laboratory networks and access to testing. • A demonstrated track record in assessing laboratory quality of service delivery as part of technical assistance for laboratory systems strengthening. • Proven ability to take a leadership role to accomplish project goals • Significant experience with LMIS • Ability to analyze and use data and prepare a range of technical and management reports and for the improvement of laboratory programs. • Strong training development and presentation skills • Fluency in French and/ English Working Conditions/Duration of Assignment This is a long-term position for the life of the contract based in Yaoundé, Cameroon. This position does not attract any relocation allowances for the successful candidate.

Job Description:

  • The purpose of the Global Health Supply Chain – Procurement and Supply Management project is to ensure uninterrupted supplies of health commodities in support of USG-funded public health initiatives around the world. The project provides direct procurement and supply chain management support to the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI), and Population and Reproductive Health. In supporting USG-funded global health activities, Global Health Supply Chain – Procurement and Supply Management will develop and manage a wide array of services for health commodity procurement and related systems strengthening technical assistance encompassing different elements of a comprehensive supply chain. At the country level, Global Health Supply Chain – Procurement and Supply Management supports country strategies and priorities that fall under the following three project objectives: Global Commodity Procurement and Logistics Systems Strengthening Technical Assistance Global Collaboration to Improve Long-Term Availability of Health Commodities The Senior Laboratory Commodity Advisor is member of the TO1 team and responsible for providing technical assistance in laboratory, pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical health commodities forecasting, supply planning and procurement on behalf of the project. S/He will be the primary contact with the Global Supply Chain and the laboratory teams at home office to mitigate commodity challenges within the country and adopt procurement best practices. Principal Duties and Responsibilities General Laboratory supply chain management • Lead the development of technical strategies, work plans and the provision of in-country technical assistance in quantification and supply planning, information system and in-country logistic of HIV related laboratory supplies. • Serve as focal person for the GHSC-PSM Cameroon Field Office to the Global Health Supply Chain, FASP and Laboratory teams on questions related to the HIV Lab commodities. • Lead on behalf of GHSC-PSM the provision of technical assistance in the area of laboratory commodity supply chain to the MOH and in collaboration with USG teams and other relevant partners. The technical assistance actions include: Supporting in developing/updating Standard Operating Procedures, and assessment, design/operation of the laboratory logistics system. Identifying needs for laboratory logistics trainings and conduct laboratory logistics training workshops and on-the-job trainings. Contributing to supervisory visit, aiming to monitor implementation of supply chain interventions, and to build local capacity in supply chain management of laboratory commodities. Assisting the MoH in monitoring the implementation of equipment maintenance contracts for diagnostic equipment. Page 2 of 3 • Contribute to the lab diagnostic network regionalization/optimization initiative promoted by the MoH and in collaboration with the USG team. • Provide leadership in the development and use of systems for tracking MOH procured shipments of laboratory supplies and their timely delivery to destination. • Participate in the national supply chain coordination framework to provide contributions on issues relating to laboratory products. This in collaboration with the HIV FASP specialist to ensure more effective global support to the MoH on the supply chain of HIV products. • Maintain effective collaboration with local representatives of laboratory firms for better follow up of reference laboratories and anticipate any delays in supply. • Support the MoH in developing distribution plan for HIV Lab commodities to reference laboratories with the aim of ensuring uninterrupted supply. Lab Commodity Supply Planning • Provide on behalf of GHSC-PSM the technical assistance to the MoH for the quantification of HIV lab commodities. • Monitor the national pipelines for all HIV/AIDS commodities to ensure that adequate quantities of required commodities are readily available for distribution, using available tools (QAT, Pipeline, Inventory Tracking Tool, etc.) • Submit the quarterly supply plan in QAT on time. • Build the capacity of the national and regional counterparts in forecasting and supply planning of lab commodities. • Coordinate closely with the GHSC-PSM Procurement specialist and all partners to trigger rational and timely procurement of Lab related commodities and the tracking of the level of implementation of lab-related commodity funds. Information Management and Sharing • Monitor reporting and aggregation of periodic logistics reports from reference laboratories. • Perform the necessary analysis on the data collected to inform various meetings and reports (COP, 4-corners, iPOART, etc.) and alert stakeholders to risks in the lab supply chain. • Maintain a repository of lab logistics data and other documentation that can be used by the GHSC-PSM office at any time in support of the MOH. • Prepare and present technical presentations as necessary. Others • Conduct staff capacity building actions in the context of developing solid and long-lasting competences of other staff within the team for the sustainability of the Lab supply chain portfolio. • Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Country Director or his Deputy Application Instructions: Please send electronic submissions of your CV, Cover Letter, and academic credentials by filling out the application using the link. USAID GHSC-PSM Senior Laboratory Commodity Advisor – Formstack: https://cameroonoperationsmanager.formstack.com/forms/usaid_ghsc_psm_senior_laboratory_advisor. Submission of applications close on August 18 2022, COB. No telephone inquiries please. Only selected candidates will be contacted. Chemonics is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics. Chemonics does not charge a fee at any stage in the recruitment process

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