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Program Manager, Douala, Cameroon

IFC - International Finance Corporation
📍 Douala 🇨🇲CDI🗓️ 1 day ago

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Program Manager, Douala, Cameroon Organization: IFC - International Finance Corporation Country: Cameroon City: Douala Office: IFC Douala, Cameroon Program Manager, Cameroon Job #: req37479 Organization: IFC Sector: Grade: GH Term Duration: 4 years 0 months Recruitment Type: International Recruitment Location: Douala,Cameroon Required Language(s): English, French Preferred Language(s): Closing Date: 7/22/2026 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC Description IFC — a member of the World Bank Group — is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2025, IFC committed a record $71 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging private sector solutions, and mobilizing private capital to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. For more information, visit www.ifc.org. IFC is seeking a Program Manager for Cameroon, based in Douala, to lead the operationalization of IFC2030 at the country level. Reporting to the Division Director for Nigeria and Central Africa, the Program Manager will oversee all IFC activities in Cameroon, including the investment and advisory portfolio, and drive significant growth through new opportunities and strengthened impact. Working closely with World Bank Group counterparts, the role will develop and implement operational country strategies and action plans, foster senior-level relationships with government and private sector stakeholders, and coordinate partners such as MIGA, other multilateral and bilateral institutions, and donors. The Program Manager will lead a multidisciplinary team of investment, advisory, and support staff, ensuring seamless collaboration with internal IFC colleagues — including Regional Industry Directors and Managers, Advisory Services Managers, and constituent Executive Directors — to position IFC as the partner of choice for high-impact projects in Cameroon. Duties and Accountabilities Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing refinement of IFC's multi-year country strategy for Cameroon, incorporating upstream market development, sector priorities, and business targets, while ensuring responsiveness to evolving market and client needs. Build and manage high-level relationships with government, private sector, regulators, development partners, and civil society to position IFC as the partner of choice for high-impact projects; develop and execute a comprehensive client engagement strategy for both current and prospective clients. Coordinate and collaborate closely with World Bank Group institutions and other partners to design and deliver joint initiatives, contribute to key country diagnostics and frameworks, and strengthen the IFC/WBG brand and communications at the national and regional levels. Oversee IFC's investment and advisory portfolio in Cameroon, ensuring high standards in project selection, structuring, supervision, and impact measurement; review and approve sponsor eligibility, IFC value add, and alignment with strategic goals, with special attention to risk mitigation in complex markets. In collaboration with Industry and Country colleagues, identify, monitor, and help address E&S risks, as well as reputational risks related to IFC engagements. Lead, manage, and mentor a diverse team, fostering innovation, market-responsive solutions, and high performance, while maintaining strong morale and capability to deliver IFC's objectives. Serves as key member of Nigeria and Central Africa leadership team. Selection Criteria MBA or equivalent professional qualification, with a minimum of 12 years of relevant work experience (including at least 5 years in a managerial/lead capacity); As an ambassador for IFC and the WBG in-country, serves as a role model for the WBG's values and ethical standards; Demonstrated success in developing client relationships, with an established network of senior public- and private-sector

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