JOB DESCRIPTION Position: Security Officer
Employer: National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (CENC)

Supervisor: National Coordinator
City, Country: Yaoundé, Cameroon
Publication date: April 19, 2023
Number of positions: 01

Desired start date: June 1, 2023
Project duration: 4 years (2019-2023) possibility of extension Contract duration: 07 months (with possibility of renewal)
ABOUT THE CENC
The National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (CENC) is the seat of the Catholic Church in Cameroon, where the promotion of human dignity is at the center of the concerns of the Sustainable Development Goals. The CENC works to ensure the dignity of the human being, the common good, the subsidiarity and the solidarity of all humans. The development work of the CENC in Cameroon is accomplished through access to quality education, health, the promotion of the commitment of the faithful to the reduction of inequalities and the empowerment of vulnerable groups.

SUMMARY OF THE CIVIL SERVICE FOR PEACE PROGRAM
AGlAMONDO’s Civil Service for Peace program, integrated into the National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon, supports partner organizations through personnel cooperation in their projects to promote peace in different regions of Cameroon.
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Summary of the position
You work within the coordination team of the SCP/AGIAMONDO program in Cameroon integrated into the National Episcopal Conference. You are an active support of the national coordination for a systemic anchoring of security management in partner organizations (70%). You support the national coordination also in other general administration tasks

Roles and responsibilities
Analysis and monitoring of the security situation in the areas of intervention together with partner organizations, providing documentation and recommendations.
Strengthening the skills of partner organizations and cooperators in terms of security according to their needs.
Design and facilitate training for partner and cooperating organizations and common exchange on their role and the exercise of their responsibilities.
Support partner organizations and cooperators in drafting and updating their local security plans.
Support the coordination team in security management, updating the National Security Plan and preparing security for visitors. Creation and regular update of a list of contacts related to security at the national level, in collaboration with partner organizations.
Participate in external security meetings with stakeholders.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, qualifications and experience
University degree (bac+3) in the field of political science, security management or any other relevant field.
At least two years of professional experience in organizing and conducting field visits independently.
Accurate and impartial understanding of the security context and expertise in providing relevant information in real time.
Driving license and driving experience are required.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge of the principles of security management in fragile contexts and willingness to integrate the objectives, values ​​and principles of the SCP programme.
Experience as a trainer; ability to develop, implement, facilitate and transmit knowledge in order to improve skills.
Knowledge of MS Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio), web conferencing applications and information systems.
Abilities and good aptitude for oral and written communication in French and English in a diverse context.
Availability to travel regularly within the country.
Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and needs.
Excellent time management skills.
Integrate personal skills
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Able to build good relationships.
Open to continuous improvement and innovative.
The potential candidate is dynamic, responsible and reliable and has the ability to adapt to changing program requirements.
Be determined and able to work under pressure, in a faith-based environment with a reliable ability to dialogue and work effectively in a team with senior managers of local and international institutions.
Required/desired language: Must be bilingual with a working knowledge of English and French.
Travel required: 30% travel within Cameroon.
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Supervisory Relationships
: Coordination Service Civile pour la Paix
Supervisor: National Coordinator
NCPC-wide skills (for all NCPC staff):
They are anchored in the values, the guiding principles, the mission of the Catholic Church and of the CENC. They are required of each staff member to fulfill their responsibilities and achieve 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 spirit
Warning: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
Files MUST ONLY include :
1 . Motivation letter addressed to the Secretary General of the CENC of one (01) page maximum,
2. CV of four (04) pages maximum;
3. List of at least 3 references, one of which must be a leader of a religious/confessional community
4.
5. Proof of work experience.
All files MUST be submitted in PDF format and renamed as follows: ‘File name_your name for example ” CV_your name .

You can apply by sending your applications to the following address:
recruitment@necc-cenc.org mentioning “Chargé de Security – AGIAMONDO” in subject.

Deadline for receipt of applications: 03/05/2023 at midnight Cameroon time.
No application submitted through any channel other than that indicated above will be considered. Incomplete applications, applications received after the deadline, applications not complying with the above instructions will be rejected. This position is only reserved for candidates of Cameroonian nationality. Only the preselected candidates will be contacted.
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 trafficking.