JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: National Coordinator of the Catholic Health Organization in Cameroon (OCASC)
Employer: National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon

 

 

Supervisor: Secretary General
City, Country: Yaoundé, Cameroon
Number of positions: 01
Desired start date: 01 January 2023
Duration of contract: 03 years renewable

 

 

PROJECT SUMMARY
The National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (CENC) is the institution that brings together all the Bishops of the Roman Catholic Church in Cameroon. She is a public juridical person whose mission is to continue to bear witness to the love of Christ to all men so that they may have life in abundance (cf. Jn 10:10). To achieve its objectives in Cameroon, the CENC has within its ranks the Catholic Organization for Health in Cameroon (OCASC). Its mission is to promote the integral health of man, and especially of the poorest, the Catholic Christian ethic in the field of health. It also ensures the health of populations and supports communities, in particular the most disadvantaged, for the promotion of life. It guarantees people the access to quality medicines. It improves preventive, curative and promotional care. It promotes the integral health of man.

 

TERMS OF REFERENCE
SUMMARY OF THE POST
The National Coordinator of OCASC has missions of coordination, administration and representation of the Catholic Organization for Health in Cameroon (OCASC).
postal: BP: 1963 Address: 7624 Avenue
Tel.: 00(237) 1592-22231 49 10 Fax: (237) 222 31 49 15
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Main tasks and responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Secretary General of the National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon, the The National Coordinator of OCASC has the following responsibilities:
1. Coordination of the dioceses and health facilities of the OCASC network
• Ensure the general administration of the activities of the organs of the
OCASC network.
• Consolidate the OCASC budget from the budgets of the various organs.
• Accompany the diocesan coordinations in their activities.
• Participate in the harmonization of the intervention policy of the dioceses in the field of health.
2. Representation of the OCASC in all acts of civil, national and international life
Sit on the board of directors of the structures of the OCASC.
Represent OCASC with external partners including the Ministry of Health and its partner organizations.
Ensure the secretariat of the Episcopal Commission for Health.
Document visits and meetings through reports. Review partner reports and provide constructive feedback in a timely manner.
Organize and participate in periodic internal and external evaluations.
3. Management, administration, human and financial resources management
Prepare the draft budget, the draft program of activity, the activity report and the financial report.
Guarantee the proper execution of the unit’s expenses
Participate in strategic analysis and planning.
Support the development of detailed implementation plans, tracking and reporting tools with unit staff.
Assist the CENC in strategic decision-making.
 

 

 

Postal code: BP: 1963
222 31 1592-222 31 49 10

7624 Avenue Vieter, Yaoundé 3
22231 4915 cenc20042003@yahoo.ca
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
• Doctorate in medicine, a master’s degree in public health would be a plus.
• Experience of at least 10 years in a similar position.
• Experience working in a diocese would be an asset.
• Experience in project management. Experience in a health project would be a plus.
• Knowledge of the national Catholic health system would be an asset.
Personal skills
• Very good skills in strategy, analysis, systems thinking, problem solving, with the ability to see the big picture, exercise good judgment and make sound decisions.
• Very good relationship management skills. Ability to build relationships with people at all levels, both internally and externally. Strategic in how you approach each relationship.
• Ability to lead diverse/multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive, resourceful, solutions and results oriented.
Foreign language required/desired: Must be bilingual with a working knowledge of English and French.

 

 

MAIN WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Supervision: Secretary General
Internal: Unit Heads, all CENC departments, National Office Units,
Diocesan Coordination,
External Health Units: Ministry of Health, other ministries and partners.
NCPC-wide competencies (for all NCPC staff):
These are rooted in the values, mission of the Catholic Church, NCPC and guiding principles. They are required of each staff member to fulfill their responsibilities and achieve the desired results. They are:
Address: 7624 Avenue
222314915
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Respect for the dignity of the human person
Respect for the common good
Respect for the principle of subsidiarity
Respect for the principle of solidarity
Trust in all relationships
Professional fulfillment
Partnership
Responsibility
Integrity
Responsibility and management
Strategic spirit

 

 

Disclaimer: Only the requirements mentioned in this job description will constitute the criteria for evaluating applications. This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, efforts, duties and responsibilities associated with the position. NCPC’s talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. NCPC is an equal opportunity employer.
HOW TO APPLY
Records MUST include:
1 . Letter of motivation addressed to the Secretary General of the CENC
2. CV of 4 pages maximum
3. List of at least 3 references, one of which must be a leader of a religious/confessional community.
4. Evidence of relevant academic/professional qualifications
5. Evidence of work experience.
You can apply by sending your applications to the following address: recruitment@necc-cenc.org mentioning “OCASC National Coordinator” in the subject of the message.
Deadline: 30/10/2022 at midnight, Cameroon time
. Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline will not be considered.Applications from
women are strongly encouraged.
7624Avenue
222314915

 

This position is reserved for Cameroonian nationals only. Only the preselected candidates will be contacted.
NB: In applying for this position, the candidate should understand that NCPC protects human life at all costs and will require the candidate to do the same if recruited. NCPC also requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation and trafficking.
Candidates selected at this stage will be tested. The successful candidate will be subject to a full background check.

Address: 7624 Avenue
Tel.: Fax: (237) 222 31 49 15
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Position: National Coordinator for the Catholic Health Organization in Cameroon (OCASC)
Employer: National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon
Supervisor: Secretary General
Town, Country: Yaoundé, Cameroon
Number of positions: 01
Expected Start date: 1st January 2023
Contract duration: 03 years , renewable
PROJECT SUMMARY
The National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (NECC) is the institution that represents all the Bishops of the Roman Catholic Church in Cameroon. He is a public legal person whose mission is to continue to witness the love of Christ to all men so that they may have life in abundance (cf. Jn 10:10). In order to achieve its objectives in Cameroon, NECC runs the Catholic Organization for Health in Cameroon (OCASC). Its mission is to promote the integral health of man, especially the poorest, and to promote Catholic Christian ethics in the field of health. It also ensures the provision of health services to vulnerable populations and supports the communities, especially the most vulnerable. It guarantees the populations access to quality medication. It improves preventive, curative and promotes care and improvement of integral human health.
TERMS OF REFERENCE
JOB SUMMARY
National Coordinator for the Catholic Health Organization in Cameroon (OCASC) will have following duties;
Roles and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Secretary General of the National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon, the National Coordinator of OCASC has the following responsibilities:
Postal code: BP: 1963
Tel.: 00(237) 222 31 1592-22231 49 10 31
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Coordination of dioceses and health facilities of the OCASC network
Ensure general administration of activities in the divisions of the OCASC network. Consolidate the budget of OCASC based on the budgets of the different divisions.
Accompany the diocesan coordination units in their activities.
Participate in the harmonization of the intervention policy of dioceses in the field of health.
2. Representation of OCASC in all acts of civil, national and international life
Serve on the Board of Directors for OCASC divisions.
Represent the OCASC before external partners including the Ministry of Health and its partner organizations.
Serve as the Secretary General of the Episcopal Commission for Health.
Document visits and meetings through reports.
Review partner reports and provide constructive feedback in a timely manner.
Organize and participate in periodic internal and external evaluations.
3. Administration, human resources and financial management
Prepare the draft budget, the draft of program activities, the activity report and financial report.
Ensure the proper execution of the unit’s expenditures Participate in strategic analysis and planning.
Support the development of detailed implementation plans, monitoring and reporting tools with unit staff.
Assist the NECC in strategic decision making for health-related issues.
postal: BP: 1963; 7624 Avenue
W: 222314915
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
• Doctorate degree in Medicine, a Master’s degree in Public Health would be a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years experience in a similar position.
• Experience working in a diocese would be an advantage.
• Experience in project management. Experience in a health project would be a plus.
• Knowledge of the national Catholic health system would be an advantage.
Personal Skills
• Very good strategic, analytical, systems thinking, problem solving skills with the ability to see the big picture, exercise good judgment and make sound decisions.
• Very good relationship management skills. Ability to build relationships with people at all levels, both internally and externally. Strategic in how they approach each relationship.
• Ability to lead diverse/multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive, resourceful, solution and results oriented.
Languages ​​required / desired: Must be bilingual (English and French) and proficient in at least one of the two languages.
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Supervisor: Secretary General
Internal: Heads of Unit, NECC services, National Office Units, Diocesan Coordination Units, Health Districts.
External: Ministry of Health, other ministries and partners.
NECC-wide competences (for all NECC staff):
These are rooted in mission, values ​​of Catholic Church, NECC and guiding principles and are used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities

and achieve the desired results. These are:
• Respect for dignity of human being
Postcode: BP: 1963 Vieter, Yaoundé 3

222 31 1592-222 31 49 10 cem20042003@yahoo.ca

• Respect for common good
• Respect for principle of subsidiarity
• Respect for principle of solidarity
• Trust in all relationships
• Professional growth
• Partnership with others
• Responsibility and accountability
• Integrity
• Responsibility and management
• Strategic thinking
Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, efforts, tasks and responsibilities associated with the position. NECC’s talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. NECC is an equal opportunity employer.
HOW TO APPLY
Files MUST include:
1 . Cover letter addressed to the Secretary General of NECC
2. CV of 4 pages maximum
3. List of at least 3 references, one of which should be a leader of a religious/faith community
4. Evidence of relevant academic / professional qualifications
5. Proof of professional experience.
You can apply by sending your applications to the following address: recruitment@necc-cenc.org mentioning National Coordinator-OCASC»
Deadline: 30/10/2022 at 5 PM Cameroon time.
Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline will not be

considered.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Postal code: BP: 1963 Vieter, Yaoundé 3
Tel.: 00(237) 222 31 1592-222 31 49 10 cenc20042003@yahoo.ca

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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
NB: In applying for this job, the applicant must understand that NECC protects human life at all costs and will require applicant to do the same if recruited. NECC also asks its staff to treat all persons with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation and trafficking.
Successful candidates at this stage will be subject to test. A full background check will be carried out on the successful candidate.

Postal Code:: 1963 Vieter, Yaoundé 3 Tel.: 00(237) 22231 1592-222314910 cenc20042003@yahoo.ca