World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Cameroon is looking for a Field Programme Coordinator

Want to make a positive difference to the future of people and our one shared 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 wildlife. 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. For our Country Office in Cameroon, we are looking for a dynamic and committed Field Programme Coordinator Reports to: Conservation Director, WWF Cameroon Supervises: Jengi TNS Programme Manager, Kudu Zumbo Programme Executant, Coastal Forest Programme Manager, Jengi TRIDOM Programme Executant Location: Yaounde, Cameroon Duration: Two (02) years renewable Mission of the Department To promote and ensure the highest standards of conservation delivery at field level in line with WWF- Cameroon Conservation Strategy, Organizational Strategic Plan (OSP) and the WWF Practices’ priorities. Job Purpose The Field Programme Coordinator (FPC) is responsible for the overall coordination, performance and quality delivery of WWF Cameroon’s field programmes. The FPC provides operational leadership and oversight to all field programmes, ensuring that conservation initiatives are effectively implemented, monitored and aligned with WWF Cameroon’s strategic priorities, donor commitments and national conservation agendas. Working closely with the Conservation Director, the FPC ensures accountability, coherence and performance management across all landscapes, while supporting resource mobilization, partnerships and continuous programme improvement. Major Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Field Operations Oversight and Delivery

• Ensure overall on-site supervision and performance of WWF field programmes through regular field missions.

• Coordinate the effective delivery of conservation projects at field level, providing strategic and operational guidance to Programme Managers.

• Monitor implementation progress, identify bottlenecks, and ensure timely corrective actions.

• Promote a culture of accountability, delivery, and results-based management across all field teams.

Programme Coordination and Strategic Alignment

• Ensure all field programme activities are aligned with WWF Cameroon’s OSP, Roadmap 2030,

and national priorities.

• Support the development and refinement of landscape strategies and idea notes, ensuring strong strategic positioning.

• Contribute to the revision and implementation of WWF Cameroon’s Strategic Plan.

Resource Mobilization and Partnership Development

• Support field programmes in resource mobilization efforts, including: o Identification and sharing of funding opportunities o Development and review of concept notes and proposals o Engagement with donors and partners (in close collaboration with the Conservation Director)

• Strengthen coordination with partners to ensure synergies and leveraging of resources across programmes.

Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (PMEL)

• In collaboration with the PMEL team, ensure effective planning, monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems are implemented across all field programmes.

• Ensure: o Timely preparation of annual and operational work plans o Regular updating of GANTT charts and tracking tools o Timely submission of monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual reports

• Promote data quality, learning, and evidence-based decision-making.

• Ensure that ecological and socio-economic monitoring systems are effectively implemented across all sites.

Financial and Grant Management Oversight

• Ensure field programmes operate within approved budgets and financial plans, in coordination with the Finance team.

• Monitor expenditure trends and proactively flag risks related to budget overruns, pre-financing, or funding gaps.

• Ensure alignment between technical implementation and financial performance.

Team Leadership and Capacity Development

• Line-manage Programme Managers and provide regular coaching, supervision, and performance feedback.

• Strengthen the technical and managerial capacities of field teams.

• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and performance-driven culture across programmes.

Stakeholder Engagement and Representation

• Ensure effective stakeholder engagement at site level, including government authorities, local communities, NGOs, and private sector actors.

• Support Programme Managers in managing complex partnerships and conflict situations.

• Contribute to maintaining strong relationships with key national institutions and strategic partners.

8. Governance and Institutional Frameworks

• Support the implementation, monitoring, and revision of MoUs between WWF and government partners (including MINFOF) and other stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with WWF policies, safeguards, and operational standards across all field programmes. Profile: Required Qualifications

• Advanced university degree in conservation, natural resource management, forestry, wildlife ecology, environmental science, or related field.

• Additional training or degree in management, project management, or business administration is an asset. Required Experience

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 3 years in a project or programme management role in Cameroon or similar contexts.

• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and complex field programmes.

• Demonstrated track record in conservation programme delivery, project management, and donor-funded initiatives. Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills

• Proven ability in project planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation

• Experience in proposal development and donor engagement

• Solid understanding of financial and grant management

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work effectively in multicultural and multi-stakeholder environments

• Fluency in English and French (written and spoken)

• Strong commitment to nature conservation and sustainable development. Values and Behaviors

• Identifies and aligns with the core values of the WWF organization: Courage, Collaboration, Respect & Integrity;

• Demonstrates WWF behaviors in way of working: Strive for Impact, Listen Deeply, Collaborate Openly, Innovate Fearlessly. Working Relationships:

• Internal – Works closely with the Conservation Director, Country Director, Programme Managers, PMEL, Finance, and other WWF Cameroon s

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