The Forest-Environment Programme (PFE) is a bilateral project implemented by GIZ, supporting the sustainable management of forest resources in Cameroon. Through its component “development of non-timber forest-products (NTFP) value chains” it aims to improve the sustainable valorisation of forest products in order to generate income and improve livelihoods. Thereby, alternative incomes from NTFP can reduce the pressure on forest resources and increase their appreciation. One of the component’s objectives is to increase the effectiveness of the management bodies of NTFP networks and cooperatives, to strengthen their skills in decision-making, management and monitoring of their activities and to develop a common understanding of the legal and normative framework.

• Consultation of the NTFP network (in the Eastern, Central and Northern regions) and identification of their needs for capacity development regarding their institutional performance
• Organisation of trainings based on the identified needs
• Reinforcement of capacities of the managing bodies of the networks
• Support of the networks and their members in understanding and shaping their mandate
• Assistance in planning, budgeting and monitoring the network activities
• Joint development of strategies to improve internal and external communication and to defend the interests of the network’s members more effectively
• Contribution to the knowledge management of the programme

• Master’s degree in social science or management or a similar qualification
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience is required
• Experience in organisational development and/ or change management
• Experience in management of organisations/ networks/ projects
• Experience in participatory approaches and adult education would be an advantage
• Curiosity about living abroad and working in a different cultural context
• Team spirit and sensitivity to a multi-player collaboration, high adaptability to difficult contexts
• Good knowledge of French is required, good knowledge of German and/ or English is an advantage
• In addition you hold the German nationality or the nationality of a member state of the European Union.

• Place of residence: Likely Bertoua, possibly Garoua/ Quartier plateau/ North Cameroon or Yaoundé
• Climate: Warm climate with one rainy season (May – September); temperature between 28° - 40°C°
• Healthcare: There exist basic medical services provided by local specialist doctors and private health clinics
• Supply and shopping facilities: Basic items for the daily needs are locally available, European goods/ products are available
• Accessibility: City roads and overland routes are in a reasonable condition. Flights are not regular. Transport in the town is mainly by moto-taxi
• Children: The location Bertoua is not suitable for children

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GIZ's Development Service is looking forward to applications of candidates with a professional qualification and / or university degree and at least two years of professional experience. In addition you hold the German nationality or the nationality of a member state of the European Union.

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We offer the opportunity to work in an innovative and worldwide operating institution related to development policy. Your competencies and qualifications are demanded on the spot in an interdisciplinary team. You advise governmental and civil society organizations at local or municipal level. The Development Service of GIZ offers a comprehensive service package. It includes a specific technical and personal preparation. The basis for the deployment of specialists in the development service is the German Development Workers Act (EhfG).