Date: 25-May-2023<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Location: Yaounde, Cameroon<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Company: Plan International<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children\u2019s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination, and girls are most affected. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children. We support children\u2019s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for \u2013 and respond to \u2013 crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
ROLE PROFILE
Title: Program Lead: Health (Area of Global Distinctiveness (AoGD)-Decide- Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights)
Functional Area: Programme and Influencing
Reports to: Head of Programs
Location: Yaounde, Country Office; Travel required: Yes
Effective Date: July 2023; Grade: D2<\/p>\n\n\n\n
ROLE PURPOSE
The incumbent will work closely with his\/her supervisor (Head of Programs) and the technical team to provide expertise in the implementation of the Country Strategy.\u00a0 The purpose will be to provide the necessary technical expertise and support in the design, implementation, monitoring\/supervision and evaluation of inclusive and gender-transformative projects\u00a0 in the\u00a0 AoGDs of \u00ab\u00a0Decide: Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights and contribute to \u00ab\u00a0Thrive: Early Childhood Development\u00a0\u00bb in line with the content of Plan International\u00a0 Cameroon’s country strategy taking into account the\u00a0 government policies and strategies, and the Organization’s Global Strategy.\u00a0 He\/She will also provide support to the program department to ensure a better positioning of Plan International at local, national and regional levels (WACA).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dimensions of the Role<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A. Scope of the position<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The incumbent of this position:
1. Provides technical support to the Programme Department and the Programme Implementation and Influencing Areas (PIIAs) for the implementation of the Country Strategy.
2. Provides technical expertise for programmatic support to promote sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), contributing to the identification of critical factors, gaps and actions needed to promote, protect and respect girls’ rights, including in the theme of gender-based violence, the rights of adolescents and women, the rights of people living with HIV in development and humanitarian contexts.
3. Provides support for the implementation of interventions in the domain of Early Childhood Development (ECD), particularly on maternal, newborn and child health in development and humanitarian contexts.
4. Participates in the development of strategic documents at PIIA level, national level in collaboration with the government, at the regional level (WACA) and at the global level in the areas of SRHR and ECD; In coordination with government authorities and partners, ensure that the implementation of guidelines for SRHR and gender-based violence interventions in development and humanitarian contexts and the Minimum Initial Services Package (MISP) are taken into account in emergency response;
5. Participates in knowledge management and institutional learning in his\/her area of expertise;
6. Supports project managers in developing tools and guidance to harmonize the way we carry out program work and implement program quality procedures consistently;
7. Produces periodic reports on program activities for the Health components, and any other assigned areas, and reports any risks, related to the quality of the programs and the influence in his\/her area of expertise;
8. Is a member of the program team and participates in the development of a gender-sensitive and inclusive organizational culture;
9. Works in collaboration with other PIIAs, Lead\/Specialists and teams to ensure the quality of the programs contained in the Country Strategy;
10. Promotes positive attitudes, behaviors and practices in line with Plan International’s values and behaviors framework;
11. Represents Plan International Cameroon at national and regional levels in his field of expertise;
12. Plan International Cameroon as an active member of Plan International\u2019s SRHR networks for adolescents and ECD at the regional and global levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
B. Accountabilities
1. Ensures the capacity of staff, partners and communities are strengthened in the area of SRHR and ECD;
2. Projects\/programs in the field of SRHR and ECD are monitored and evaluated;
3. Experiences documented and shared locally, nationally and internationally;
4. Resource mobilization for SRHR and ECD
5. Actively participates in advocacy work at all levels (community, regional and national) including influencing government and strategic stakeholders for adolescent and youth-friendly SRHR services in our areas of intervention and other influence initiatives in the country strategy;
6. Produces a biannual document on good practices in gender transformation his\/her area of expertise, with a particular focus on the three dimensions of Plan International’s theory of change: \u00ab\u00a0norms, attitudes and behaviour\u00a0\u00bb, \u00ab\u00a0social and economic resources and safety nets\u00a0\u00bb, \u00ab\u00a0policy framework and budget\u00a0\u00bb.
7. Contributes to the preparation of quarterly reports and annual progress report in his\/her area of expertise
8. Contributes to the design and revision of the country strategy
9. Participates in the development of operational plans and budgets, and their implementation
10. Identifies funding opportunities in his\/her field and participates in the development of quality proposals
11. Ensures the management and coordination of the activities of his\/her domain at the national level;
12. Provides technical support to other specialists\/Lead and PIIAMs and project managers for initiatives related to activities in his\/her field;
13. Provides support in research, publications and dissemination on themes related to his\/her field
14. Collaborates with all current and potential partners of Plan International Cameroon in his\/her area of expertise;
15. Informs and builds capacity of Plan International Cameroon staff and partners on topics related to his\/her area of expertise;
16. Collaborates in the preparation and timely submission of all reports required by Plan International Cameroon donors;
17. Actively participates in the capitalization of good practices and the development of innovative ideas to support our influencing work
18. Technical review of all terms of references and project reports in his\/her area of expertise
19. Conduct regular field visits (at least every two months) to ensure projects are implemented to the highest quality standards and in accordance with Plan\u2019s approaches
20. Designs programs\/projects in collaboration with partners, CO and PIIA staffs, ensuring that they are in line with the country strategy;
21. Represents Plan International Cameroon at the level of all networks, consultation frameworks and other groups concerned with the health of populations, particularly the SRHR of adolescents and young people.
22. Ensures that Plan International’s global policies for safeguarding children and program participants and those on gender equality and inclusion are fully integrated in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy, including standards and implementation guidelines applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring that staff and associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct, their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with appropriate procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
C. Key relationships<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Communications and Work Relations<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The incumbent of this position:
Internally with:
1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The supervisor, for the development of strategic documents, development of initiatives and their implementation;
2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Business Development Manager (BDM) execute the strategy to mobilize additional resources;
3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The quality control team to ensure the consistency and quality of Plan interventions;
4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PIIAMs and ERMs for technical support and coordination of local community capacity building initiatives in the field of SRHR, emergencies, gender-sensitive protection, ECD;
5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Other Leads and Specialists to strengthen the impact of the program and influencing strategy;
6.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Le MERL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning) specialist for monitoring, evaluation and research initiatives
7.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The PIM (Program Implementation Manager) for monitoring the quality of project and program implementation
8.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Communication and Influencing Specialist for Influence and Visibility Initiatives
9.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Colleagues from the Regional Office (WACA)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Externally with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The focal persons of partners and state structures, for better visibility of initiatives and better partnership;
2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Networks and coalitions of national and international NGOs, technical and financial partners for health (including adolescent and youth SRHR), ECD for the coordination of interventions at national, regional and local levels, through consultation frameworks and networks;
3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Networks and coalitions of associations and clubs of children and young people at the national level for the promotion of sexual and reproductive health and rights \u00a0
4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Partner Communities to monitor and evaluate progress in SRHR, ECD including maternal, newborn and\u00a0 child health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
D. Technical expertise, skills and knowledge<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Essential:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Have a State Doctorate in Medicine or a Higher University Diploma (BAC + 5) from a recognized university in the field of health; including studies in Public Health;
2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Have at least 3-5 years of experience in either Public Health, Community Health and\/or Sexual and Reproductive Health; \u00a0
3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Have at least three (3 ) – five (5) years of experience in a similar position, preferably in an International Organization.
4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Experience in participatory approaches related to health, community development, child rights and working with children and youths
5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Have at least three years of experience working with children and youths
6.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Experience in adolescent and youth sexual and reproductive health and rights, including programs on child marriage, maternal, health and ECD will be an added advantage;
7.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Have experiences in the field of gender, preferably in gender-transformative
8.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Advanced knowledge on policy development, SRHR strategy documents, monitoring and evaluation and programming in low-resource settings.
9.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Desirable
11.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Have proven knowledge in the field and the health system of the country
12.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Being able to work in a team, and sometimes under pressure
13.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Be a good advocator\/negotiator
14.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Strong writing and analytical skills;<\/p>\n\n\n\n
15.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Knowledge of marginalized and excluded groups (children, women, poorest and socially excluded…) and ability to work with them; <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Postulez via https:\/\/jobs.plan-international.org\/search\/?createNewAlert=false&q=cameroon<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","categories":[27],"tags":[],"villes":[136],"contrats":[236],"diplomes":[161],"louma_meta":{"emploi_title":"Program Lead: Health","emplois_employeur":2828,"emplois_date_publication":"2023-05-31","emplois_heure_publication":"16:14","emplois_date_cloture":"2023-06-06","emplois_heure_cloture":"17:00","emplois_experience_min":"3","emplois_experience_max":"5","emploi_email":"https:\/\/jobs.plan-international.org\/search\/?createNewAlert=false&q=cameroon"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/emplois\/41615"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/emplois"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/emplois"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=41615"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/emplois\/41615\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1432"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=41615"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=41615"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=41615"},{"taxonomy":"villes","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/villes?post=41615"},{"taxonomy":"contrats","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/contrats?post=41615"},{"taxonomy":"diplomes","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/diplomes?post=41615"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
16.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Have mastery of computer tools and the internet (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook);
17.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent written and spoken English and French skills;
18.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Know how to manage conflicts
19.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Highly committed to the defence of children’s and young people’s rights;
20.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Be able to work in a multicultural and diverse environment
21.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Be flexible, approachable and full of initiative;
22.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Have team spirit and share experiences;
23.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Have a sense of responsibility and respect for deadlines;
24.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ability to establish very good interpersonal and partnership relationships.
25.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Be honest and transparent;
26.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure that all tasks are carried out in line with Plan International’s objectives, values, behavior\u2019s and principles;
27.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Comply with\/adhere to the Organization’s policies signed at the time of commencement of service
28.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Have proven knowledge in:
29.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Design and use of training tools
30.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The development of standard norms and policies;
31.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Capacity building;
32.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Strategic programming, coordination, programmatic and financial management and project monitoring;
33.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Research and policy development;
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Problem\/conflict resolution:
The Health Program Manager will work under the direct supervision of the Head of Program. He\/she takes initiatives for the resolution of specific problems within his\/her competence, with a view to ensuring the effective and efficient management of activities relating to the Programme. He\/She has the ability to resolve conflicts. He\/She submits to the direct supervisor the problems that could exceed his\/her skills\/abilities.
1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Complexity of the problems addressed and degree of investigation, analysis and creative thinking required to solve them;
2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent management skills and effective communication are essential for the incumbent to succeed;
3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Supporting staff development to perform will be critical to the success of this role.
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Physical Environment
The position of Health Program Manager will be based at the Cameroon country office
\u00a0He\/she:
1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Participate in face-to-face trainings nationally and outside Cameroon if necessary.
2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Will carry out regular field missions related to projects\/programs in his\/her field and submit mission reports no later than 5 (five) working days after return.
3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Participate in meetings and workshops according to the requests of the domain in support of his\/her main ministry and\/or other partners
4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Visit, as required, out-of-country for technical networking meetings or other representation of the Organization
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Level of contact with children
Mid contact : Occasional interaction with children \u00a0
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Plan International\u2019s Values in Practice
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We are open and accountable
We create a climate of trust inside and outside the organisation by being open, honest and transparent. We hold ourselves and others to account for the decisions we make and for our impact on others, while doing what we say we will do.
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We strive for lasting impact
We strive to achieve significant and lasting impact on the lives of children and young people, and to secure equality for girls. We challenge ourselves to be bold, courageous, responsive, focused and innovative.
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We work well together
We succeed by working effectively with others, inside and outside the organisation, including our sponsors and donors. We actively support our colleagues, helping them to achieve their goals. We come together to create and implement solutions in our teams, across Plan International, with children, girls, young people, communities and our partners.
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We are inclusive and empowering
We respect all people, appreciate differences and challenge inequality in our programmes and our workplace. We support children, girls and young people to increase their confidence and to change their own lives. We empower our staff to give their best and develop their potential.
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Closing Date: June 06th, 2023
\u00a0All applications must be submitted ONLINE at\u00a0 :\u00a0https:\/\/jobs.plan-international.org\/search\/?createNewAlert=false&q=cameroon<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n