Conférence Episcopale Nationale du Cameroun
National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon
    Code postal : B.P. : 1963     Adresse : 7624 Avenue Mgr Henri Vieter, Yaoundé 3
    Tél.: 00 (237) 222 31 15 92/222 31 49 10    Fax: (237) 22 31 49 15 E-mail: cenc20042003@yahoo.ca
    Pays : Cameroun    Ville : Yaoundé — Mvolyé

JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Business Development Manager
Employer: National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (NECC)

Supervisor: Head of Projects Unit
Town, Country: Yaounde, Cameroon Publication date: 1 8th august 2023
Numbers of position: 01
Expected starting date: immediately
Duration of the contract: 01 year renewable
SUMMARY OF THE SERVICE
The National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (NECC) is the institution that represents all the Bishops of the Roman Catholic Church in Cameroon. It is a public juridical person whose mission is to continue to witness the love of Christ to all men so that they may have life in abundance (cf. Jn 10:10). NECC is in partnership with Missio Aachen, an international Catholic Missionary Organization, which is one of the largest aid organisations in Germany. Missio Aachen promotes the development of the Catholic Church and the training of its employees. This funding strengthens the pastoral, social and interreligious work, the infrastructure and the training of lay people, priests and religious of the Catholic Church. A major concern in this partnership between NECC and Missio Aachen will be identifying and funding projects in sectors like Culture, Humanitarian Aid and Emergency.
TERMES OF REFERENCES
JOB SUMMARY
Under supervision of the Head of the Projects Unit, the Business Development Manager will be responsible for helping NECC obtain better recognition in the development setting and financial growth. S/He will also be responsible for reviewing potential project proposals from Cameroon, and recommending to Missio Aachen for sponsorship, project proposals which align with NECC's vision and mission.
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Duties and res onsibilities
     Building key relationships with stakeholders, identifying and mapping partnerships
     Identifying funding opportunities for NECC
     Developing growth strategies and plans
     Thinking strategically - seeing the bigger picture and setting aims and objectives in order to develop and improve NECC's visibility in the development setting
     Working strategically - carrying out necessary planning in order to implement operational changes
     Keeping abreast of trends and changes in the business development world
     Ensuring that best partnership practices are applied across all projects and successes are shared
     Working with partnership teams of NECC and some key partners in the identification, design and coordination of capacity building activities necessary to enhance projects performances
Furthermore, the incumbent will have the following additional responsibilities:
     Taking lead in reviewing proposals submitted to NECC for relevance and pertinence.
     Recommending project proposals to be funded by Missio Aachen
     Ensures approved project proposals are executed in a complaint manner
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, qualification and expérience
     Master's degree required in Business Development, Business Administration,
International Relations, Marketing or any other related field
     At least 4 years of experience in a related field or similar role
     Proven track record of business development success (You will be required to provide proof of such)
     Computer proficiency in MS Office suit.
     Knowledge of business consulting tools, especially Excel modelling, business-plan analysis, interview techniques, and research.
  Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
     Ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
     Have good managerial skills. Ability to lead diverse/multidisciplinary teams;   Have very good relationship management skills. Ability to build relationships with people at all levels, both internally and externally. Strategy in how to approach each relationship;
     Be rigorous and have a sense of responsibility;
     Have very good skills in strategy, analysis, systems thinking, problem solving, with the ability to see the big picture, exercise judgement and make sound decisions;   Be proactive, resourceful, solution-oriented and results-oriented;   Be dynamic, have the ability to innovate and develop a structure;   Have moral probity.
Personal Qualities
     Honest.
     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 programme requirements.
     Be determined and able to work under pressure, in a faith-based environment with a reliable ability to dialogue and work effectively as a team with senior staff from local and international institutions.
Language requirements : Must be bilingual with a working knowledge of English and French. Travel required: National (25%) and international travel (as needed)..
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Supervision: Head of Projects Unit
Internal: General Secretariat of NECC, Project Leads of NECC, Heads of services/Commissions at NECC and Members of the Projects Unit.
External: Leaderships of NECC's partners / stakeholders
NECC-wide competences (for all NECC $aff)
These are rooted in values, guiding principles, and mission of the Catholic Church and the NECC. They are required of each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results. These are:
     Respect for the dignity of human being
     Respect for the common good
     Respect for the principle of subsidiarity
     Respect for the principle of solidarity
     Trust in all relationships
  Professional growth
     Partnership with others
     Responsibility and accountability
     Integrity
     Responsibility and management
     Strategic mindset
Disclaimer: Only the requirements mentioned in this job description will constitute the criteria for evaluating applications. This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, efforts, duties 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 ONLY include:
1 . Cover letter addressed to the Secretary General of NECC of 1 page maximum
2.    CV of maximum 4 pages
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
All files MUST be submitted in pdf and renamed as follow: "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 "Buisness Development Manager" in the subject line.
Deadline: 25/08/2023 at midnight Cameroon time.
No applications submitted through any other channel than the one indicated above will be considered. Incomplete applications, applications received after the deadline, applications that do not comply with the above instructions will not be considered.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
This position is reserved only for Cameroonian nationals. 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 the 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.