*Private Sector Development Manager needed at Cameroon Agency UNDP*

Private Sector Development Manager
Yaounde, Cameroon
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Job Info
Job Identification
25893
Posting Date
04/24/2025, 12:51 PM
Apply Before
05/09/2025, 04:59 AM
Job Schedule
Full time
Locations
Yaounde, Cameroon
Agency
UNDP
Grade
SB4
Vacancy Type
Local Service Contract
Practice Area
Management
Bureau
Regional Bureau for Africa
Contract Duration
1 Year with Possibility for extension
Education & Work Experience
Master’s Degree – 2 year(s) experience OR Bachelor’s Degree – 4 year(s) experience
Other Criteria
Economics, Management, Agroeconomics, or any other associated discipline.
Required Languages
Excellent command of French and English required.
Vacancy Timeline
2 Weeks
Job Description
Background

< About ITC

Established in 1964, the International Trade Centre (ITC) is the joint technical cooperation agency of the United Nations and the World Trade Organization (WTO) responsible for promoting sustainable trade, particularly exports, from developing countries and economies in transition. ITC’s goal is to make developing country businesses more competitive in global markets, accelerate economic development, and contribute to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In doing so, the organization contributes to job creation in key segments of the agricultural and services value chains, particularly for youth and women.

About ATCMA – CEEAC

The Africa Trade Competitiveness and Market Access (ATCMA) Programme – Central Africa Component aims to sustainably increase intra-African trade and trade between Africa and the European Union (EU). Implemented by ITC and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), it aims to improve market access for specific value chains and increase the export competitiveness of SMEs in these sectors. It will cover the 11 countries of the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) for a period of 4 years.

Champ d’application

A team of professionals and support staff is established for the implementation of the program. The team is led by a Regional Program Manager based in Yaoundé, Cameroon, directly assisted by an attached Administrative and Financial Assistant and a Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant. A Program Coordinator based at ITC headquarters in Geneva will liaise between the local office, ITC technical experts, support functions, and finalize reports. It is in this context that UNDP is seeking, for this project, a Private Sector Development Officer who will be responsible for providing specialized support and contributing to the effective implementation of planned activities, in line with the specific objectives of the program.

The Manager will work under the direct supervision of the Regional Program Manager based in Yaoundé and under the indirect supervision of the CEEAC ATCMA Program Coordinator at the DCP/OA section level. He/she will be responsible for the following tasks, in close collaboration with the respective managers of the different activities at ITC headquarters >

Functions and responsibilities

< 1) Strengthening support structures for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)

Develop a call for projects notice to facilitate the selection of beneficiary structures, by integrating profiling, eligibility criteria and required supporting documents.
Develop a diagnostic framework to assess business support structures, measuring their capacity to absorb subsidies.
Support the implementation of planned actions and coordinate the delivery of personalized recommendations for strengthening targeted structures.
2) Strengthening business skills to conquer markets
Contribute to the design of training programs focused on key skills needed for exporting, including: business strategies and planning, management of supply and sales contracts, compliance with international standards and legal requirements, marketing, branding and e-commerce – while integrating gender and environmental dimensions.
Identify and select companies eligible for in-depth support in collaboration with stakeholders.
Provide targeted support in areas such as: developing export and negotiation strategies, developing products and services suitable for international markets, digitalization, improving e-commerce skills, access to finance and connecting with potential investors.
Support companies’ preparation and participation in trade fairs and B2B events, with pre-event training and structured post-event follow-up.
Other tasks
Plan, organize and carry out consultations, visits and field meetings with stakeholders (private and public sector).
Coordinate collective training and practical workshops linked to other activities under specific objective 1, for the benefit of SMEs or the public sector if necessary.
Write and submit end-of-mission reports.
Contribute to the drafting of relevant sections of the annual narrative reports.>
Competencies

<CORE COMPETENCIES

Achieving Results : Level 2 : Developing solutions and simplifying processes, balancing speed and accuracy in work

Thinking innovatively : Level 2 : Propose new ideas/open to new approaches, demonstrate systems/integrated thinking

Continuous Learning : Level 2 : Stepping out of your comfort zone, learning from others and supporting their learning

Adapting with agility : Level 2 : Adapting processes/approaches to new situations, involving others in the change process

Act with determination : Level 2 : Able to persevere and manage multiple sources of pressure simultaneously

Engage and Partner : Level 2 : Facilitator/Integrator, Brings People Together, Creates/Maintains Coalitions/Partnerships

Fostering Diversity and Inclusion : Level 2 : Facilitating conversations to overcome differences, factoring into decision-making.

TRANSVERSAL AND TECHNICAL SKILLS

Business Acumen: Organizational Leadership and Strategy: Ability to understand and address a situation in a way that achieves a successful outcome; Knowledge and understanding of the organization’s operational frameworks and ability to make informed judgments and quick decisions within those frameworks .

Customer Satisfaction/Client Management : Organizational Management : Ability to respond in a timely and appropriate manner with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver quality results and/or solutions within the given timeframes to meet and understand real customer needs. Contribute to the development of customer service strategy. Look for ways to add value beyond immediate customer requests. Be able to anticipate upcoming customer needs and concerns .

Partnership Management : Relationship Management : Ability to engage with a wide range of public and private partners, to establish, maintain and/or strengthen working relationships, trust and mutual understanding

Ethics : Knowledge of UN Policy : Knowledge and understanding of the United Nations Staff Regulations and Rules and other policies relating to ethics and integrity

Results-Based Management : Business Management : Ability to manage programs and projects with a focus on performance improvement and demonstrable results

Project Management : Business Management : Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and control resources, procedures, and protocols to achieve specific objectives .

Required skills and experience

Education:

< A Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Management, Agroeconomics, or any other related discipline OR a Master’s degree in Economics, Management, Agroeconomics, or any other related discipline.>

Experience:

<For a license have at least four (04) years of experience in the field of private sector development in relation to trade and in particular exports;

For a master’s degree, have at least two (02) years of experience in the field of private sector development in relation to trade and in particular exports;>

Equal opportunities

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP recognizes diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures in which it operates and, as such, encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply for positions within the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the position, without discrimination.

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all staff are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse of power

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination, or abuse of authority. All selected candidates are therefore subject to appropriate screening and are expected to adhere to applicable standards and principles.

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates for this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates who apply for this position for other similar positions within UNDP, at the same hierarchical level and with similar job description, experience, and educational requirements.

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Required Skills
❑ Management ❑ Ethics ❑ teamwork ❑ Client orientation ❑ Oriented results Negotiation
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