The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Cameroon is looking for a
Communication Assistant (re-advertisement)

Want to make a positive difference to the future of people and our one shared home, the
Earth? Working with WWF could be the opportunity of a lifetime:
All around the world, people are waking up to the deepening crisis of nature loss. A growing
realization that nature is our life-support system. And that nobody will be spared from the impacts
of its loss. Here at WWF, we are helping to tackle this enormous global challenge.
Our people come from hugely diverse backgrounds and with a variety of expertise, ranging from
HR and finance to advocacy and conservation science. We welcome applications from anyone
who believes they can help us create a better future for people and nature.
What we do:
We are an independent conservation organization, striving to sustain the natural world for the
benefit of people and wildlife. From individuals and communities to business and government, we
are part of a growing coalition calling on world leaders to set nature on the path to recovery by
2030. Together, we seek to protect and restore natural habitats, stop the mass extinction of
wildlife, and make the way we produce and consume sustainable. WWF Network has moved to
the development and the implementation of 9 Practices with Global Goals to be achieved.
For WWF Congo Basin, we are looking for a dynamic and committed Communication
Assistant.
Reports to: Congo Basin Impact Monitoring Coordinator
Location: Yaounde
Duration: One year
The mission of the department
The Congo Basin countries are actively contributing to the Outcomes of some Practices (Wildlife,
Forests, Food, Climate & Energy, Freshwater and Governance) implemented in their respective
programmes.
A strong and integrated monitoring programme has been designed and being implemented to
demonstrate conservation impacts and promote key conservation outputs. The regional lead of
the programme is engaged with the whole network to develop decision-making tools such as
interactive dashboards and online databases with a user-friendly interface. The hiring of a
Communication Assistant in line with the current Terms of Reference will help to support such
ongoing projects for the promotion of key activities and results.
Major Functions
Under the supervision of the Congo Basin Impact Monitoring Coordinator and the technical
supervision of the CCO Communication Manager, and in close collaboration with the regional
coordination team members, and country field managers, the Communication Assistant will
develop and implement a communication strategy for the regional monitoring programme with a
special focus on the CIBEL project.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
 Produce a quarterly newsletter to promote programme activities and results, while
supporting national programme newsletters.
 Support content creation on programme activities and results for the WWF social media
channels.
 Supports national communication managers to create and develop close and continuing
relations with journalists, editor and other media producers to showcase the programme
achievements.
The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Cameroon is looking for a
Communication Assistant (re-advertisement) Develop a tool to assess the success of communication efforts.
 Provide support to any other activity of the programme.
Profile:
Required Qualifications:
 Minimum Master Degree or equivalent in the field of Communications, Public Relations,
Marketing, International Relations and Development.
 At least three-year experience working with marketing, journalist and media networks.
 Proven skills on infographic design.
 Demonstrated experience with organizations involved in conservation and/or local
community issues will be a plus.
Required Skills and Competencies:
 Good skills both written and verbal (English and French).
 Good reporting skills and computer competencies (MS Office package, Designing
software, Social Media monitoring, etc.).
 Capable of working with minimal supervision.
 Passionate about biodiversity conservation and protected area management.
 Able to work effectively in various cultural environments.
WWF’s Values & Behaviors:
 Able to demonstrate WWF behaviors in ways of working: strive for impact, listen deeply,
collaborate openly and innovate fearlessly.
 Aligns and identifies with the core values of the WWF organization: Courage, Integrity,
Respect and Collaboration.
Working Relationships:
 Internal
Works closely with Country Communication managers, Country Programme Managers,
national monitoring and evaluation managers, as well as national biomonitoring and the
regional team to collect the necessary data and results to promote. The position will be under
the direct supervision of the Congo Basin Impact Monitoring Coordinator.
 External
Under the regional impact monitoring program, the position will require close collaboration
with partner organizations such as WCS, ZSL, IUCN, COMIFAC/OFAC, AWF, etc. as well as
national and international media.
This job description covers the main tasks and conveys the spirit of the sort of tasks that are
anticipated proactively from staff. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to
organizational needs.
How to apply:
Apply through the link:
https://cameroon.panda.org/apply_to_a_job/apply_for_a_job/
Deadline for applications: 30 juin 2024.
Thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Please note that only candidates under
serious consideration will be contacted for follow up.
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.