Recruitment NGOs Lutheran World Federation October 2026

Program Coordinator, Cameroon

Location

The Lutheran World Federation is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. It has been present in Cameroon since 2014 and is involved in projects connected to the three key areas mentioned above, namely:

• Climate change adaptation and building community resilience,

• Sustainable management of natural resources and building resilience to climate crises;

• Sustainable agriculture, agroforestry, livestock and fisheries,

Other information

• Food and nutrition security, income diversification and economic empowerment;

• Equitable access to water, hygiene and sanitation - WASH; It is operational in two regions including the East and the Far North with a representative office in Yaoundé in the Central Region. But from the post

Main duties

The Program Coordinator (PC) is based in Yaoundé with frequent missions in the FLM field offices: Batouri, Maroua, Kousseri and Makary. He/she is responsible for coordinating the FLM/DEM response in Cameroon and reports to the FLM/DEM Country Director in Cameroon or the person designated by him/her for the performance of his/her duties. It is a managerial position, which requires effective diplomacy, critical skills, proven analytical, facilitating and at the same time inter/intra-personal, representational and reporting skills. Proficiency in French and working knowledge of English is mandatory. He/she will always be guided by the memoranda of understanding signed between the FLM and the Cameroonian government and other organizations of the United Nations system that provide strategic guidance and operational parameters, but this post is to ensure leadership and overall management and coordination of the program.

Responsibilities

Specifically, the tasks and responsibilities will include: Leadership, strategic direction and team management/development Be responsible for the proper coordination of the operations of all FLM/DEM projects in Cameroon by ensuring their implementation in a professional manner. Be a member of the FLM/DEM Country Management Team (CMT) in Cameroon and, as such, responsible for ensuring that the FLM Country Director receives professional and timely advice on all issues related to the programme. It is involved in decision-making and guiding the implementation of the strategy. Be the program staff supervisor and provide support to other team members. This includes review of work plans, assessments and in consultation with Human Resources to contribute to a staff development plan. Analyze staffing needs, advise management on recruitments (replacements and new positions) and assist in the drafting of job descriptions. Be part of the interview jury for the recruitment of senior level project and program staff. Ensure staff orientation and integration on their role and responsibility, as well as organizational policies with a focus on safety, code of conduct and PEAS. Coordination and project management Be responsible for the overall coordination of FLM/DEM operations, including the above-mentioned or future field offices. Be responsible for the qualitative implementation of projects in accordance with agreements (and memoranda of understanding, where applicable) with relevant agencies and donors, and in accordance with current LWF/DEM policies, code of conduct, Code on Protection against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PEAS) and strategies. Develop and maintain a cordial relationship and a coordinated working approach with (local) partners identified in close collaboration with project coordinators as well as support service managers (i.e. finance, logistics/procurement and human resources/administration), Oversee the implementation of projects in the field, provide support for their management, key issues of the program and report to the Country Director. Ensure timely planning, monitoring and evaluation of projects and project components in accordance with donor requirements/formats to standardize monitoring and evaluation practices and approaches at the program level. Monitor budgets, including expenditure projections, proposed amendments and review of compliance with expenditures that he/she is required to approve. Ensure that the PMER team properly updates and maintains the database update through the Activityinfo management system. Ensure the quality of the data collected, its consistency (includes the system), discuss it with the Country Director. Ensure regular monitoring of the progress of the project and provide the Country Director with analyses and updates on the status of the different components, highlighting key results, challenges encountered, areas requiring improvement and recommendations to enhance the performance of the project. Promote the culture of monitoring and evaluation and ensure the capitalization and sharing of lessons learned to improve the quality of programs. Ensure accountability aspects are integrated into the program, good governance, and that beneficiaries take ownership of the project. Organize sessions to share lessons learned in the program. Fundraising, networking and representation Contribute to the development of project proposals, narrative reports and other programmatic documents, ensuring the participation of relevant teams, compliance with donor requirements and formats, as well as compliance with FLM/DEM policies, procedures and guidelines. Ensure quality documents are submitted on time. Represent the LWF with government authorities, UN agencies, donors, international NGOs and other strategic partners to promote coordinated and coherent programme implementation.

Education / Qualifications

Participate in relevant meetings, working groups and workshops, and ensure the regular and efficient flow of information to relevant staff. Strengthen and maintain partnership relationships in support of the LWF’s strategic and programmatic objectives.

Candidate profile

Master's level university degree (Bac+5) or equivalent in agronomy, project management, development studies, humanitarian action, social sciences or any other relevant field. An equivalent combination of academic qualifications and significant professional experience in a relevant field or similar function may also be considered.

Experience

At least 8 years of progressive experience in humanitarian and development program management, including team supervision and project management. Proven experience in mobilizing resources and acquiring financing. Strong command of project cycle management and monitoring-evaluation approaches. Knowledge and commitment to working in partnership with civil society/localization are required, experience in climate change programs is an asset. Basic skills of the FLM Analytical thinking: Advanced level Initiative Award: Advanced Level Leadership: Confirmed level Achievement of results: Confirmed level Responsibility: Confirmed level Working Effectively with Others: Advanced Level Technical skills required Project management: confirmed level Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting (PMER): Advanced Level Communication: advanced level Training/Capacity building: expert level Management of interactive parts: advanced level Team management: confirmed level Language skills English: advanced (written, spoken) English: advanced (written, spoken) This position is under national contract and offers competitive remuneration in accordance with the salary grid of the FLM Cameroon for national staff. Conditions of remuneration, allowances and benefits shall not apply to international staff. Only candidates with a legal authorization to work under this type of contract in Cameroon will be selected. Deadline for applications: 16 November 2026

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