*Two (2) Program Officers needed at Concordis International an International NGO*

About Concordis International
Concordis works alongside those involved in or affected by armed conflict, helping them find solutions that address the root causes of conflict and contribute to sustainable peace and economic development.

Vision, Mission and Values
Vision
Our vision is that every community affected by armed conflict has the resources it needs to manage the conflict peacefully.

Assignment
· Establish relationships of trust with people involved in or affected by armed conflict.

· Facilitate difficult conversations between people from opposing factions.

· Enable people to find workable solutions that address the root causes of conflict and contribute to lasting peace and economic development for mutual benefit .

· Include women as well as men, national governments as well as civil society, those who choose to take up arms and those who do not.

· Leave a legacy of sustainable mechanisms for peacefully managing future conflicts.

Values
We are committed to transformative justice and peacebuilding, supported by the Concordis values:
· Humility – we recognize that we do not have all the answers, that there are different ways to address and resolve conflicts, and that our contribution should be part of a broad engagement of a number of individuals and organizations.

· Impartiality – we act in a consciously non-partisan manner.

· Inclusivity – We promote the active participation in our dialogues of people representing as many different streams of opinion or interests as necessary. We work creatively to give voice to individuals and groups who might otherwise be marginalized because of their gender, age, or ethnicity.

In the exercise of its functions, in its relations with its staff and in matters of governance and financing, Concordis:

· Acts with honesty, integrity and transparency and encourages accountability.

· Prioritizes the well-being of all people involved in its operations, both staff and beneficiaries.

· Consciously engages with both women and men, values diversity and recognizes the gendered dynamics of conflict.

· Is professional and respectful of others, recognizing the importance of building relationships.

· Is thoughtful, responsive and agile in their approach.

Information on the Central African Border Zones Program:
The program’s objective is to prevent and mitigate the impact of local conflicts in the border areas of the Central African Republic (CAR), Cameroon, Chad, and Darfur, Sudan. All four countries rely heavily on agro-pastoral activities, particularly cross-border transhumance: the seasonal movement of livestock across borders in search of good pasture.

The four-year program aims to address the root causes of instability and conflict in Central Africa, particularly those associated with the practice of transhumance, by improving the resilience of cross-border communities, strengthening local and border security, and promoting local dialogue, conflict resolution, and cross-border cooperation.

The program builds on the work Concordis has been carrying out with local communities in CAR and Sudan for over ten years and was recently invited by local representatives to extend to the border areas of Chad and Cameroon.

The program has three specific objectives:

1. Manage agro-pastoral conflicts in border areas by establishing and/or supporting local community mechanisms for conflict prevention and management, with the active participation of women and young people.

2. Reduce illegal actions and agro-pastoral conflicts in and around protected areas (including national parks) near the border by establishing effective working partnerships between managers of these areas and local stakeholders.

3. Strengthen cross-border local governance and contribute to local and high-level dialogues around conflict resolution and peacebuilding.

Program activities will include:

1. Consultation studies to understand the needs of local communities and identify conflict drivers.

2. Strengthen or establish Local Advisory Groups for conflict prevention and management and to strengthen the resilience of local communities.

3. Workshops to address the root causes of conflicts and identify ways to transform conflicts.

4. Training of protected area managers, including national parks, and local communities using the areas in conflict resolution and mediation to enable them to identify and resolve tensions and conflicts surrounding park use.

5. Facilitating cross-border agreements, building on the success of existing agreements, notably the Acts of Commitment between local authorities in the CAR and Chad.

The nature of this regional program means that the approach will change depending on the local nuances of the conflict. This flexibility will be essential in Darfur, Sudan, where activities may need to be adapted nimbly in response to a rapidly evolving context.

Role Information:

Position Title: 2 Program Officers

Locations of assignment: Adamaoua or North region (the exact location will be specified later)

Position status: National Position

Type and duration of contract: 12-month fixed-term contract, renewable with a trial period

Reporting line: Base manager

Functional Link: Base Manager

Supervision: N/A

Salary: Competitive (which will be communicated at the interview)

Functions and Responsibilities:
· Contribute to the development of a conflict map;

· Facilitate focus groups to identify the needs, wishes and fears of the target beneficiary groups, some of whose members currently live beyond the country’s borders.

Conduct quantitative and qualitative data collection consultations on social cohesion and conflict analysis;
Contribute to building networks of key actors across the country and beyond, ensuring the participation in the peace process of those who might otherwise boycott or attempt to obstruct it.
Collaborate with colleagues and members of advisory groups on the CAR and Chad sides for effective cross-border work;
· Contribute to the development of conflict analysis in intervention areas,

Write activity reports and other notes on training, meetings and any other activities carried out within the framework of the program and submit them for review by the base chief;
Facilitate community dialogues, mediation, training, coaching and support for members of Advisory Groups;
Facilitate training on mechanisms for peaceful conflict resolution;
Assist in the design of future projects;
Contribute to the organization of cross-border meetings;
· Understand and comply with local and international security policy, guidelines and best practices.

Report to the appropriate authority any information on the security context or any contextual or other event, having a possible impact on the activities of Concordis International and the safety of the teams.
Translate during individual interviews, focus groups, workshops or other activities between different local languages and French.
Perform other duties as assigned by his/her supervisor within the program.

Qualifications and skills required:
Essentials :

· Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, International Relations; Development, Conflict Resolution, or a related field;

· Practical and in-depth knowledge of the regions of Mayo-Rey, Faro, Bénoue, Mbéré, Djérem, Vina, Faro-et-Déo and more generally the tri-border area Cameroon/Chad/CAR; demonstrating an ability to create a network and an in-depth knowledge of the ethnic realities of these regions of northeastern Cameroon

· Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in the humanitarian field and/or in local development and/or conflict resolution and peacebuilding, particularly within the country;

· Personal effectiveness, organizational capacity and flexibility in difficult circumstances;

· Ability to engage, communicate and negotiate with authorities and communities under difficult conditions in an open, transparent and constructive manner;

· Willingness to work in a multicultural team in a demanding environment;

· Perfect mastery of French, and preferably of Peuhl/Fulfulde, Mboum, or other dialects with a high prevalence in this tri-border region,

· Be sensitive to cultural diversity and have the ability to respond tactfully and diplomatically to cultural questions and those relating to political realities;

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office software;

· Commitment to the mission, principles and values of Concordis; especially adhering to neutrality and impartiality in peacebuilding work.

Desired:

· Team spirit,

· Have worked with an NGO or International Institution

· Be available and flexible,

· Mastery of the Fulfulde, Mboum and other local dialects is an asset

· Experience and knowledge on the subject of transhumance

· Proficiency in data collection tools on mobile phones or tablets

· Positive attitude towards the tasks and challenges of the context .

Application files:
Application files must include:

– An updated CV including at least the references of the last 5 positions held;

– A cover letter addressed to the Country Manager of Concordis International in Cameroon;

– A copy of diplomas/certificates;

– A copy of work certificates related to the position;

– A copy of a valid national identity document or passport;

How to apply:
Applications are exclusively online. Click on the link below

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXVKYsAd6Ay19tcmLpKoOOhuvO7jQizYd3YC-abLl2EaVVPw/viewform?usp=header

and complete the form while attaching the elements of your file.

NB: No file can exceed 10MB. Compress your files if necessary before inserting them into the form.

No incomplete files will be processed!

The deadline for submitting applications is July 27, 2025 .

“ Female applicants are strongly encouraged.”

F or more information about Concordis International, please visit our website at www.concordis.international .

Equality statement:

Concordis International is committed to treating all people equally and with respect, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We actively promote equality and diversity and seek to recruit people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds to support our peacebuilding mission.

Done in Yaoundé on July 14, 2025