INTERNSHIP OFFER: The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Cameroon is recruiting a Logistician Intern

INTERNSHIP OFFER

The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Cameroon is recruiting a Logistician Intern

Do you want to make a positive difference to the future of people and our common home, the Earth? Working with WWF could be the opportunity of a lifetime

Around the world, people are waking up to the growing crisis of nature loss. They increasingly realize that nature is our survival system. And that no one will be spared the consequences of his disappearance. At WWF, we are helping to address this enormous global challenge. 

Our people come from a wide variety of backgrounds and have diverse skillsets, from human resources and finance to advocacy and conservation science. We welcome applications from anyone who thinks they can help us create a better future for people and wildlife.

What we do :

We are an independent Conservation Organization, working to preserve the natural world for the benefit of people and wildlife. Whether individuals, communities, businesses or governments, we are part of a growing coalition calling on world leaders to put nature on a path to restoration by 2030. Together, we seek to protect and restore natural habitats, halt the mass extinction of wildlife, and ensure that our production and consumption patterns are sustainable. Our mode of production and consumption. The WWF network has moved to developing and implementing 9 practices with overarching goals to achieve.

For our National Program Office in Cameroon, we are looking for a dynamic and committed Logistician Intern to help the Jengi TRIDOM Program meet its needs.

Reports to: Program Administrator

Location: Ngoyla

Duration : One (1) year

Mission of the department

The mission of WWF CCPO is to ensure the sustainable management of natural resources in the South-East of Cameroon through participatory management practices involving all stakeholders and contributes to improving the living conditions of local populations. This includes (1) the negotiation of a macro-zoning plan (with protected area, forestry and hunting concessions, agroforestry zone, etc.), (2) the development of basic infrastructure and the preparation of plans management plan for three protected areas (Lobeke, Boumba Bek and Nki) which cover 6,380 km2 of dense moist evergreen and semi-deciduous forest of biological importance, with high densities of elephants, western lowland gorillas, chimpanzees and bongos, (3) support to concessionaires in the implementation of sustainable practices, and (4) assistance in the establishment of community organizations to ensure the full participation of the local population in the management of natural resources and the contribution of these resources to poverty reduction. In order to help the Jengi TRIDOM program to fill this need, we are looking for a Logistician Intern.

Main duties

Under the direct supervision of the Program Administrator , the incumbent will monitor the logistical aspects of the program and provide general logistical support.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Facilitate staff travel by preparing travel documents in a timely manner based on approved schedules;
• Facilitate travel reservations by liaising with travel agencies where applicable;
• Facilitate hotel reservations for WWF staff and consultants as needed by supervisors;
• Facilitate purchasing and ensure we get the best deals in terms of quality and price from trusted suppliers;
• Assist the ” Program Administrator” with administrative tasks, analysis of fuel consumption, review of stock cards for consumables, review of fuel and consumables replenishment report, as required;
• Provide support for organizing meeting logistics;
• Regularly update the inventory of Jengi TRIDOM program assets;
• Help ensure a safe and secure working environment (offices and facilities);
• Assist in ensuring the provision of services (this includes tracking generator operating hours as well as fuel consumption, lubricants, and other maintenance, etc.);
• Help ensure vehicles are managed in accordance with WWF standards (Vehicle Management Procedures);
• Assist with purchasing, receiving, shipping, storage and all related administrative aspects;
• Perform other tasks as needed.

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Required Qualifications

• A first degree in administration, management, logistics and transport and/or a professional certificate is required;
• At least one year of progressive professional experience in administration/logistics, preferably in an international NGO .

Required skills and competencies:

• Mastery of travel and hotel reservations;
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills, with attention to detail;
• Proactive attitude and ability to take initiative and work independently;
• Excellent team spirit and good networking and interpersonal skills;
• Results-oriented, able to provide quality service within set deadlines;
• Trustworthy: establishes a relationship of trust with employees by being open-minded, respecting commitments and preserving confidentiality;
• Excellent oral and written communication.

 WWF values ​​and behaviors :

• Align and identify with the core values ​​of the WWF organization: Courage, Integrity, Respect and Collaboration.

This job description covers the main tasks and conveys the spirit of the type of tasks that are proactively anticipated by staff. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary depending on organizational needs.

How to apply:

Apply via the following link:  https://cameroon.panda.org/apply_to_a_job/apply_for_a_job/

Deadline for receipt of applications : September 20, 2023.

We thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Please note that only pre-selected applications will be contacted for the further process.

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