Recruitment Notice: Project Unit Manager
OB DESCRIPTION
Position: Head of Employer Projects Unit
National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (CENC)
Supervisor Secretary General
City, Country Yaoundé, Cameroon
The position is open only to candidates of Cameroonian nationality
Number of positions 01
Date of publication 1 4/ 10/2022
Start of contract Immediate
Duration of contract 01 year renewable
PROJECT SUMMARY
The National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (CENC), in partnership with Catholic Relief Services (CRS), is in the process of restructuring its operational systems in place to produce an improved and solid structure that will be able to meet the requirements of donors. in development projects. The ALLRight (Advancing Local Leadership in the Right Way) approach is an important way to achieve CRS’ Vision 2030 strategy. CRS places particular emphasis on supporting local institutions in achieving their ambitions to be effective, dynamic and sustainable catalysts of development for the people and communities they serve.
CENC currently has more than 6 projects sponsored by several international donors. For the past three years, NCPC has worked as a transition partner for a project funded by the US government. The CENC is therefore seeking to recruit a qualified person for its project unit whose mission is to coordinate and harmonize its various projects.
Postal code: BP: 7624 Mgr Henri
Tel 222 31 15 92-222 31 49
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CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES
TERMS OF REFERENCE JOB
SUMMARY
The Head of the Projects Unit will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing the management of NCPC projects on behalf of and in collaboration with the Secretary General. He/she will ensure that donor expectations are met in terms of services provided at the community, facility and household level. S/he will facilitate donor engagements on behalf of NCPC while Project Managers will be responsible for collaboration between church partners, community organizations (CBOs), administrative, traditional and community partners and stakeholders to create an atmosphere conducive to the provision of quality and sustainable services to project beneficiaries and their families.
Duties and Responsibilities
Project Management
Oversee the effective management of NCPC projects at the community, facility and household level.
Ensure the design of the NCPC subrecipient manual and participate in the selection of subrecipients for NCPC projects. Develop resource mobilization tools and policies within the CENC.
Strengthen the capacities of CENC project managers in resource mobilization and funding management.
Develop the communication and visibility tools of the NECC.
Coordinate, plan and implement all NCPC project activities in partnership with church partners and community organization levels.
Organize annual coordination meetings or
periodic meetings as needed.
Postal code
7624 Avenue Mgr Henri Vieter, Yaoundé 3
31 49 15 info@necc-cenc.org
Initiate and manage relations with operational partners and stakeholders in the field.
Ensure agile, timely and effective engagements with project donors under the supervision of the Secretary General.
Take the lead on all NCPC funding proposal writing.
Participate in NCPC strategic analysis and planning.
Assist the CENC General Secretariat in strategic decision-making for all issues related to project management.
Ensure capacity building of church partners and community organizations.
Administration and financial matters
Ensure compliance with donor regulations in the management of CENC project funds.
Ensure sound financial, budgetary, administrative and operational management of CENC project resources.
Ensure the review of the implementation plan of the various CENC projects.
Ensure that all administrative documents for NCPC projects are updated.
Review and harmonize the manual of accounting, budgetary, financial and administrative procedures of the CENC.
Participate in the preparation of cash forecasts, the management of cash advances and liquidations as required.
Ensure the follow-up of the recommendations of internal and external audits of the CENC.
Ensure compliance with internal NCPC and donor requirements.
Project Monitoring & Evaluation
Support the development of detailed implementation plans for NCPC projects.
Design reporting tools for the operational activities of projects and partners.
Put in place indicators for steering the decisions of the CENC strategic plan.
Ensure the implementation and management of tools for monitoring and evaluation of CENC projects
Postal code Address: 7624 Mgr Henri Tel.:
Ensure the management of the CENC feedback, complaints and response mechanism.
Participate in the development of quarterly and annual work plans for CENC and its projects.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and experience
Master’s degree in project management, administration, accounting, finance, business management or related field.
At least seven years of experience in the management of large national programs, in collaboration with international organizations, civil society organizations and the Cameroonian government. Experience in designing and managing development projects.
Experience in the design and management of community activities and in the management/coordination of partners.
Proficiency in English and French orally, in writing and in reading.
Strong computer skills, including MS Office (especially Word, Excel and Outlook).
Have worked in a structure of the Catholic Church (Episcopal Conference, Diocese) and primarily in a Caritas, CODAS-Caritas, Justice and Peace, etc. would be an asset
Personal
skills Very good strategy, analytical, systems thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to see the big picture and exercise 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.
Exceptional organizational and leadership
abilities Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and public speaking skills
Excellent time management skills
Aptitude for decision making and problem solving.
Perfect command of English and French (speaking, reading and writing).
In accordance with the vision, mission and values of the CENC •
Codepostal 7624AvenueMgrHenfiVieter,
222314915
Integrate
Responsible and good manager Able to establish good relationships
Talented
Open to continuous improvement and innovative
Be determined to work under pressure, in an environment faith-based with a reliable ability to dialogue and work effectively in a team with senior executives of local and international institutions.
Languages required / desired: Must be bilingual (English and French) and have a good command of at least one of the two languages.
Travel rate required: 30% across the national territory.
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Supervision: All staff of the Internal Projects Unit
: Secretary General, Deputy Secretary General, Bursar General, internal controller/auditor, Accountant General.
External: Donor agency officials, church implementing partners and community organizations, government ministries of the Republic of Cameroon, and other stakeholders.
CENC-wide competencies (for all CENC staff): They are anchored in the values, the mission of the Catholic Church, CENC and the guiding principles. They are required of each staff member to fulfilling one’s responsibilities and achieving the desired results These are:
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 mind
Postcode: BP: 1963 Address: 7624 Mgr Henri Té’ 22231 1592- 22231 49 10 Fax: (237) 222 email:
Disclaimer: 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
Applications MUST include:
l . Motivation letter addressed to the Secretary General of the CENC.
2. CV of at least 4 pages.
3. List of at least 03 references, one of which must be that of a leader of a religious/confessional community.
4. Proof of relevant academic/professional credentials.
5. Proof of work experience.
You can apply by sending your applications to the following address: recruitment@necc-cenc.org
Mentioning in the subject of the email “Head of the Projects Unit – NECC” Deadline: 28/10/2022 at 5 p.m., Cameroon time .
Applications that are incomplete or received after the deadline will not be considered.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Female candidates are strongly encouraged.
NB: In applying for this job, 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 human trafficking.
Candidates selected at this stage will be subjected to a practical test and an oral interview. A full background check will be conducted po c at
Postal Code: BP: 1963
22231 1592-222314910
ALLRight Project
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Head of Projects Unit
Employer National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon
Supervisor General Secretary
Town, Country Yaounde, Cameroon
The position is open only for cameroonian candidates
Number of position 01
Publication date 14/10/2022
Starting date Immediate
Duration of the 01 year renewable
contract
SUMMARY OF THE PROJECT
National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (NECC) in partnership with the Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is currently restructuring its operational systems in place to produce an improved and robust structure which can respond to donor requirements in the development setting. The Advancing Local Leadership in the Right Way (ALLRight) approach is an important means for CRS’ Vision 2030 strategy to be achieved. CRS places a particular emphasis on accompanying local institutions in achieving their ambitions to be effective, dynamic, and sustainable catalysts for change for the people and they serve.
NECC currently has over 6 projects sponsored by several international donors. NECC in the past 3 years has been working as a transition partner for a USG funded project. NECC therefore seeks to recruit qualified candidates for the newly created Projects Unit whose mandate is to coordinate and harmonize the various projects in NECC.
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Job summary
The Head of Projects Unit will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing the management of NECC projects on behalf of and in collaboration with the General Secretary. S/he will ensure that donor expectations are met in terms of services delivered at community, facility, and household levels. S/he will facilitate donor engagements on behalf of NECC while project managers will be responsible for collaboration between church partners, Community-based Organization (CBOs), administrative, traditional and community partners and stakeholders to create an atmosphere suitable for delivery of
postal: BP : 1963 Bishop Henri W 1592-222 31 49 10 coumel:
quality and sustainable services needy project beneficiaries and their families. The Head of Projects Unit will also facilitate collaboration between NECC and major development stakeholders, Government of Cameroon line ministries, UN Agencies, and other major international development and humanitarian agencies.
Duties and responsibilities
Projects Management
Oversee effective management of NECC projects at community, facility and household levels.
Take lead in designing the sub-grantee manual and take part in selecting subgrantees for NECC projects.
Develop resource mobilization tools and policies within NECC.
Strengthen NECC’s project managers capacity in resource mobilization and funding management.
Develop NECC’s communication and visibility tools.
Coordinate, plan and implement all NECC project’s activities in partnership with church partners and CBO levels.
Organize annual coordination meetings or periodic meetings as needed. Initiate and manage relationships with operational partners and stakeholders in the field.
Ensure agile, timely and effective engagements with project donors under the supervision of General Secretary.
Take the lead on all NECC funding proposal writing.
Participate in strategic analysis and planning of NECC.
Assist NECC’s General Secretariat in making strategic decisions on all matters related to project management.
Ensure capacity building of church partners and community organizations.
Administration and financial management
Ensure respect of donor regulations in management of NECC project funds. Ensure good financial, budgetary, administrative and operational management of resources of NECC’s projects.
Ensure review of the implementation plan of NECC’s projects.
Ensure updating of all administrative documents of NECC’s projects. Review and harmonize NECC’s accounting, budgetary, financial and administrative procedures manual.
Participate in preparation of cash flow forecasts, management of cash advances and liquidations as required.
Ensure follow-up on internal and external audit recommendations of NECC.
postal: BP: 1963
1592- 22231 49 10
Mgr Henri
31 coumel.•
Project Monitorinq and Evaluation
Support development of detailed implementation plans for NECC projects Design reporting tools for operational activities of projects and partners.
Establish indicators for monitoring decisions of NECC’s strategic plan. Ensure implementation and piloting of monitoring and evaluation tools for NECC’s project.
Ensure piloting of feedback, complaints and responses mechanism of NECC Participate in development of quarterly and annual work plans of NECC and its projects.
Ensure compliance with internal requirements of NECC and donors.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and experience
Master’s degree in Project Management, Administration, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
At least seven years of experience managing large national programs in collaboration with international organizations, civil society organizations and the Cameroonian government.
Experience in design and management of development projects. Experience in designing and managing community-based activities and managing/coordinating partners.
Fluency in English and French in speaking, writing and reading.
Strong computer skills, including MS Office (especially Word, Excel and Outlook).
Experience working in a Catholic Church structure (Episcopal Conference, Diocese), with priority given to Caritas, CODAS-Caritas, Justice and Peace, etc. will be an asset
Personal skills
Very good strategic, analytical, systems thinking and problem solving skills with the ability to see big picture and exercise sound judgment and decision making.
Very strong 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.
Exceptional organizational and leadership skills.
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and public speaking skills.
Excellent time management skills.
Decision-making and problem-solving skills.
postal: BP: 1963 Avenue Mgr Henri 1592-222 31 49 10 3149 Email:
In line with vision, mission and values of NECC:
Integrates
Responsible and good manager
Able to build good relationships
Talented
Open to continuous improvement and innovative
Willing to work under pressure , in a faith-based environment with a reliable ability to dialogue and work effectively as a team with senior managers from local and international institutions
Languages required / desired: Must be bilingual (English and French) and proficient in at least one of the two languages.
Travel Required: 30% travel within Cameroon
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIP
Supervision: All staff of the Projects Unit
Internal Secretary General, Deputy Secretary General, Bursar General, Controller/Internal Auditor, General Accountant.
External: Donor agency officials, church implementing partners and community-based organizations, ministries of the Government of the Republic of Cameroon, and other stakeholders.
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
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
postal code: B”: 1963
22231 1592-2223149 10
Avenue Mgr Henri 31 49 Email:
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:
l . 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 “Head of Projects Unit- NECC”
Deadline: 28/10/ 2022 at 5 PM Cameroon time.
Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply. 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 a practical test and an oral interview. A full background check will be carried out on the successful candidate.
Postal code: BP: 1963
Tel.: 00(237) 22231 1592- 222 31 49 10
Avenue Mgr Henri 31 49 Coumel:
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