JOB ADVERT : DEPUTY PROGRAM DIRECTOR - CHESS -  REACH OUT CAMEROON, Yaoundé

HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
Position DEPUTY PROGRAM DIRECTOR - CHESS
Job Reference 3062 /REO/R14/B/SW24
Department Health
Location Yaoundé with frequent travels to other office locations
Contract type Senior Level, Full time
Project duration Five years
Contract duration One year, renewable annually
Gross annual salary Between $20,000-$ 24,000
Fringe Benefits Health insurance: $200 per year
Social insurance: 13% of salary
Date launched 16th October 2024
Application Deadline 29th October 2024
Start date 04th November 2024
Background
Reach Out Cameroon is a Non-Governmental Organization created in 1996 and obtained its legal
status in the year 2000 and authorization as a National NGO with MINAT in 2024. The
organisation supports underprivileged groups especially youth and women through a
community-centered approach and advocacy through three major pillars: Health, Human Rights
and Governance; and Economic security
The health department is committed to advancing health outcomes and promoting equity in
healthcare delivery throughout Cameroon. Established in response to critical health disparities
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faced by underserved populations, ROC has been at the forefront of community-based health
interventions for twenty-eight years.
The Community Health Equity Through Systems Strengthening (CHESS) project, funded by the
United States Agency for International Development (USAID), represents a strategic initiative
designed to address systemic barriers to health equity within Cameroon's health landscape.
(CHESS) project represents a strategic initiative designed to address systemic barriers to health
equity within Cameroon's health landscape. The goal of the project is to ensure equitable and
universal access to essential health services for all segments of the Cameroonian population
through advanced community participation.
By fostering inclusive governance, CHESS seeks to ensure that health systems are responsive to
the needs of all community members, particularly the most vulnerable groups.
Reach Out Cameroon (ROC) in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health (MoH) and
funding of USAID will roll out this 5 years project that will build the capacity of 25
disease/population-based Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Cameroon to effectively
implement Community-Led Monitoring (CLM), support Community-Based Surveillance (CBS)
systems for early case detection and notification; strengthen the capacity of existing national
dialogue structures and Community Health Workers (CHWS) to meaningfully engage in
community health governance, human rights, and health promotion through innovative
context-specific Social and Behavioural Change (SBC) communication strategies.
By the close of the project that will be implemented in 150 health districts across all 10 regions
of Cameroon, the 25 CSOs coordinating 300 community champions or site monitors will have
improved, implemented, monitored and evaluated CLM, CBS, and UHC interventions on HIV,
Tuberculosis, malaria and family planning thus contributing to the achievement of the project
goal of improved equitable and universal access to essential health services for all segments of
the Cameroonian population through advanced community participation.
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Reach Out Cameroon requires the services of a Deputy Program Director for Community
Governance. This position is essential for establishing frameworks that ensure accountability,
transparency, and responsiveness in health service delivery, ultimately leading to improved
health outcomes and equity in the communities we serve
Responsibilities
▪ The Deputy Program Director for Community Governance will oversee all activities
related to community accountability, community-led monitoring, organizational capacity
building and coalition building among and within CSO networks, as well as advocacy.
▪ S/he will assist the Program Director in coordinating the collaboration with the Ministry
of Public Health and other key stakeholders for improved accountability to communities.
▪ S/he will assist the programs director to develop training materials and conduct capacity-
building workshops for community governance structures and health workers
▪ S/he will assist the programs director in the representation for the projects to the United
States Government (USG) and to the Government of Cameroon.
▪ Represent Reach Out Cameroon in forums related to community governance and health
equity, advocating for policy changes that support underserved populations
Required Qualification and Experience
▪ A master’s degree in in public health, Social Sciences and/or other relevant discipline.
▪ A minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience in community programming in the
field of public health, including collaboration with national authorities.
▪ More specifically, s/he should demonstrate a strong knowledge and understanding of
community governance.
▪ Experience working on community health projects especially in collaboration with CSOs,
community health workers, as well as National, regional, and District and community
health actors.
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▪ Experience working on community-based surveillance or community led monitoring and
Universal health coverage.
▪ Proven ability to work collaboratively with key National, regional and district stakeholders
related to the three diseases.
▪ Strong analytical, and problem-solving skills, and exceptional oral and written
communication skills.
▪ Fluency in English and French will be an added advantage.
Desirable
• Good team player (ability to work in a team)
• Proficient in Microsoft package of applications e.g. MS WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT,
ACCESS, OUTLOOK EXPRESS)
• Good communication skills both oral and written.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines.
• Takes initiative and is innovative.
• Excellent spoken and written English Language skills.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested and qualified candidates should send their application via email to hiring@reachoutcm.org or deposit an enclosed application at the Reach Out Head Office at Small Soppo, Wonganga, Buea, SWR

Composition of application file
1. An application letters.
2. A letter of motivation not more than 02 pages with 1.5 spacing and a font size of 12
3. Curriculum Vitae CV
4. 02 references from previous employment
5. Copy of highest academic qualification

N/B: Files will be evaluated as they are received given the urgency. Only shortlisted candidates
will be contacted for interview.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
The deadline for the application is : 29th October 2024