Post Title: Program Assistant in the Sponsorship Service Department

On the supervision of: Head of Sponsorship Service Department

Place: Good Neighbors-Cameroon (Maroua)

Date: As soon as possible
Good Neighbors Cameroon is committed to seeking sustainable solutions to development and humanitarian challenges. Good Neighbors Cameroon (GNCMR) is an international non-governmental organization headquartered in Yaoundé, with field offices in Maroua and Mbalmayo. GNCMR focuses its interventions on child sponsorship and community development, implementing projects in key sectors such as food security and livelihoods, education, child protection, water, hygiene and sanitation (WASH), health, environment, gender, and advocacy.

In this context, Good Neighbors Cameroon, recruit one (01) SSD Program Assistant for Maroua Office.

Duration: 12 months, potentially renewable

Description of functions:
Under the supervision of the Head of the Sponsorship Services Department, the Program Assistant will collaborate with the other Program staff, Employees and volunteers in the Organization. You have to;

1. Project Design and Implementation:

ü Participate in routine field visits as part of monthly progress reports, Annual Children’s Letters (ACL), food distribution activities, and health check-ups for sponsored children;

ü Assist in the preparation of weekly, monthly, and annual activity reports for the Operations Department;

ü Contribute to the planning and organization of field missions within the framework of project operations;

ü Take part in the organization of training workshops and support the training of local community volunteers;Support the project team in daily activities, including reporting, meeting reminders, and other assigned tasks;

ü Perform any other duties as assigned by the hierarchy;Respond appropriately and sensitively to emergency situations and urgent issues.

ü Support in managing the field program, ensuring effective and efficient implementation.

ü Assist in coordinating regular project reviews with the team, local stakeholders, and project partners.

2. Representation and Coordination:

ü Represent Good Neighbors Cameroon in cluster and sector meetings in the Far North Region.

ü Manage relationships with stakeholders, especially at the community level.

ü Attend regular internal meetings with the department to plan and review activities, present reports, and ensure effective communication.

3. Reporting and Documentation:

o Prepare project reports for GN interventions in the Far North and present in cluster and sector meetings.

o Assist in coordinating compilation of monthly and quarterly reports at the field office level.
Qualification Required

o Hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Public Health, Community Development, Development Anthropology, Environmental Studies, or any other equivalent field;
o At least 2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably with an NGO
o Strong understanding of project management principles, M&E, and reporting
o Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel
o Fluency in French, English and local languages (Fulfulde)
o Experience working in a similar context or with similar stakeholders (government, communities, etc.)
o Must be ready and available to travel in places that Good Neighbors Cameroon is carrying out her projects.

Skills
o Good interpersonal, communication, networking and coordination skills
o Positive team player with a great attitude
o Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
o Good conceptual skills with ability to elaborate, read, analyze and edit documents
Constitution of files;
Candidates should submit the following documents either in English or in French;
1. A signed motivation letter (hand written);
2. A signed Curriculum vitae; including three professional references
3. Photocopies of recent or highest certificates;
4. Photocopy of ID Card;
5. Certificate /Attestation of work and Internships acquired.
N.B; The application should be addressed to the Country Director of Good Neighbors Cameroon and submitted by email to the unique address;
recruiting.gncmr@gmail.com with the title of the post you are applying for the in subject line; SSD Assistant-Maroua_GNCMR
Dead line for the submission is the 15h of January 2025

Good Neighbors Cameroon has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to Good Neighbors standards of conduct. Good Neighbors will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.
• Equal Opportunities:
Good Neighbors is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.