JOB DESCRIPTION
Positiom Coordination Assistant
Employee: National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (NECC))

Supervisor: Coordinator CPS
Town, Country: Yaoundé, Cameroun
Number of position: 01
Date of publication: 17th June, 2025
Start date: 01st September, 2025
Duration of contract : untill 31st december, 2025 with possibility of extension
ABOUT NECC
The National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (NECC) is the Head Quarter of the Catholic Church in Cameroon, where the promotion of human dignity is at the center of the concerns of the Sustainable Development Goals. NECC works to ensure dignity of the human being, common good, subsidiarity and in  solidarity of all humans. NECC's development work in Cameroon is accomplished through, access to quality education, health, promoting commitment of the faithful for the reduction of inequalities and empowerment or vulnerable groups. 
ABOUT CIVIL PEACE SERVICE 
The Civil Peace Service (CPS) of the Catholic Church in Cameroon supports local initiatives for conflict prevention, the promotion of (inter-religious) dialogue and social cohesion. It accompanies partners in their actions for justice, peace, reconciliation, the defence of human rights and psychosocial support forvulnerable people. 
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Job Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Coordinator, the Coordination Assistant will be responsible for facilitating the implementation and organizational and administrative management of the program, ensuring quality, effectiveness and efficiency in terms of results. He/she will also contribute to strengthening the impact of the Civil Peace Service in Cameroon,
Roles and responsibilities
 
A. Administrative support
 - Preparing and consolidating internal and external reports and supporting documents relating to the  program.
-    Drafting of official correspondence (letters, emails, invitations, etc.)
-    Drafting minutes of briefings and meetings
-    Managing and structuring archives (physical- and digital)
-    Supporting the documentation and preparation of accounts in collaboration with the Finance officer
B. Organization
-    Planning, preparation and mcnitcrsng ofevent
-    Coordinatior. with service providers (caterers. Irnsport, accommodation) in coiiabcretion with the åogis:.cs officer
-    Organizing travels for the project team, coordnators and visitors
-    Support for administrative processes relating to travel and events
C. Content work in the framework of peace education
-    Introduction of its cwn expertise in the field of peace education and the 'Do no Harm' approach 
  Supporting the development of peace education themes in consultation with the coordination and other NECC departments.
-    Representing the coordination at relevant meetings and conferences
-    Participation in the drafting cf guides, manuak or procedures to promote peace education     
-    Organizing and moderatingawareness-raising campaigns, training courses and workshops for verious target audiences
D. Internal communications and public relations
-    Coordinating internal schedules and managing appointments 
 - Collecting and processing project-related information
-    Support for knowledge management (structured archiving, dissemination of information) - Support for media communication and publications     
-    Working with the local media
E. Other
- Any other tasks inherent to the job,
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 
 
     A Bachelors Degree in social sciences, sociology or other related fields , 
     At least 03 years of Professional experience ;
     At least one year's significant professional experience in a assistant position and with international organizations or development cooperation;
     Skills in peace education, qualitative impact analysis and project management; 
     Proficiency in digital tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Cloud systems, Zoom, Teams) ;
     Knowledge of the Catholic Church and Civil Peace Service desired
Personal skills
-    Organizational skills, autonomy, reliability änd discretion; - Intercultural skills, flexibility, team spirit and commitment;  - Proactive, results- and service-oriented.
-    Good communication and interpersonal skills.  - Good ability to pass on knowledge.
  Lanquaqe requirement
Fluency in French (oral and written) , good level of English required;  
 Travel requirement: The activity ihüdlvéS business travels
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Supervisor: none
Internal: Collaboration with all the staff of CPS
External: All the NECC services ; the CPS stakeholder
NECC-wide competencies (for all NECC staff) 
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These are     values: guiding principles; and mission of the Catha:ic Church and the NECC. They are required 01 each staff member to fulfill     or her responsibilities and achieve the desired resu/ts These are'
     Respect {or the dignity of human being
     Respect for the common good
     Respect for the principle of subsidiarify
     Respect for the principle of solidarity
     Trust in al/ relationships
 Professional growth
     Partnership with others
 Responsibility and accountability
     Integrity
 Responsibility and management
 Strategic mindset
Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, efforts, tasks and responsibilities associated with the position. NECC's talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and expoitation. 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 and two others related to professional life
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 "Coordination Assistant - CPS" in the subject line.
Deadline: 27/06/2025 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 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.