CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

1.      INTRODUCTION

Doctors of the World Switzerland (Médecins du Monde Suisse - MdM-CH) is a medical humanitarian non-governmental organization (NGO) governed by Swiss law. We work to ensure sustainable access to healthcare for marginalized and vulnerable populations.

As part of the prevention and management of violence, MdM-CH has been implementing since March 2023, the third phase of a three (3) years project entitled "Strengthening the protection of vulnerable populations in the North-West and West regions of Cameroon", which aims to contribute to the reduction of violence and the optimization of victims' access to integrated victim care services in the North-West and West regions of Cameroon, targeting internally displaced populations from the conflict in the North West and South West Regions as well as vulnerable host populations.

As part of the third phase of the aforementioned project, we are recruiting a Focal Point for Community Action to support our activities in Bamenda and Santa

2.      JOB DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the Mental Health Supervisor, the Focal Point for Community Action will be responsible for ensuring the effective implementation of institutional, community and educational activities aimed at protecting vulnerable populations in Bamenda and Santa.

Key Responsibilities

Objective 1: Facilitate Access to Integrated Services for Victims of Violence

• Facilitate access to quality medical care and emergency psychosocial support for GBV victims at Santa District Hospital, and facilitate their referral to the Integrated Support Unit at the Bamenda Regional Hospital.
• Facilitate access to integrated services for pupils of 4 partner primary schools of Bamenda who are victims of violence.
• Help develop and implement communication strategies to facilitate accessibility of GBV Services
• Strengthen coordination with key protection sector actors in Santa (MINAS, MINPROF, community-based organizations, local and international NGOs) to enhance access to GBV services and referrals in Bamenda and Santa.

Objective 2: Strengthen community and educational activities

• Supervise the planning, organization, and execution of weekly Mobile Clinic sessions in Bamenda and Santa in collaboration with partner community-based organizations.
• Provide technical support to partner Community-Based Organizations in GBV prevention and response strategies.
• Advocate with community leaders and educational stakeholders for violence prevention and response efforts.
• Provide technical and logistical support to a network of 15 educational protection agents in the organisation, monitoring and evaluation of violence prevention and response activities in 4 primary schools in Bamenda  

Objective 3: Team Coordination and Activity Management

• Adhere strictly to MdM-CH and donor policies and procedures in activity implementation.
• Foster strong collaboration and synergy between MdM-CH and local partners including the North West Regional Delegation for Basic Education.
• Represent MdM-CH in engagement with beneficiary communities, community partners and educational stakeholders.
• Identify challenges in activity implementation and propose solutions to the Mental Health Supervisor.
• Promote team cohesion and a positive working environment.

Objective 4: Activity Monitoring, Reporting, and Community Engagement

Note: Responsibilities may be adjusted based on the evolving project context.

3.      REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

3.1 Education

• A degree in social sciences or a related field.

3.2 Professional Experience

Required:

• At least two (2) years of experience working with a national or international NGO in the protection field.
• At least two (2) years of experience in gender-based violence (GBV) response and prevention.
• Previous experience in Child Protection and Education in Emergency. 
• Experience working with internally displaced persons (IDPs), vulnerable individuals, children, and adolescents in school and community settings.
• Previous experience in Bamenda and/or Santa will be an asset.

3.3 General and Specific Skills

• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills in multicultural contexts.
• High level of autonomy, proactiveness, and solution-oriented thinking.
• Strong analytical and report-writing skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and/or French.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to communicate in a local language (Pidgin, etc.).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.

4.      APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must submit the following:

• A motivation letter addressed to the General Coordinator of Doctors of the World Switzerland
• An updated Curriculum Vitae (max. 2 pages).
• Proof of previous work experience (e.g., work certificates, contracts, end-of-contract certificates).
• Two professional references, including at least one from the most recent employer (include full name, job title, email, and functional phone number).

NB: Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit original copies of their ID, diplomas, certificates, and a criminal record extract (dated within the last three months).

5.      APPLICATION SUBMISSION DETAILS

Interested candidates should send a single PDF file containing all application documents via email to: recrutement.cameroun@medecinsdumonde.ch with the Subject line: Application – Focal Point for Community Action Santa Bamenda and Santa CM07

Application Deadline: February 21, 2025.  

Important: Applications received after the deadline or sent to an incorrect email address will not be considered.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & RECRUITMENT POLICY

• MdM-CH does not request cash payments or Favors in exchange for preferential treatment in the recruitment process.
• MdM-CH is an equal-opportunity employer and ensures a fair, transparent, and merit-based recruitment process.
• The recruitment process is open to all candidates who meet the job requirements.
• MdM-CH reserves the right to terminate or close the recruitment process before the deadline if necessary.
• As part of our measures to combat money laundering and financing of terrorism, any selected candidate may be subject to a background check on international sanctions lists (UN, the EU, France, the United States…). This information is handled confidentially and stored on a secure server