Job Description

CHINGO INGO Forum Team Leader Job in Cameroon – NRC Recruitment

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is recruiting a CHINGO INGO Forum Team Leader to support humanitarian coordination activities in Cameroon. This position is based in Yaoundé and offers an excellent opportunity for experienced humanitarian professionals to lead coordination, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement initiatives across the country.

The successful candidate will coordinate the implementation of the CHINGO platform’s workplan while strengthening collaboration among humanitarian organizations operating in Cameroon.

Job Summary

• Position: CHINGO INGO Forum Team Leader
• Company: Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
• Location: Yaoundé, Centre Region, Cameroon
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Contract Duration: 6 months (renewable based on funding availability)
• Workplace: On-site
• Expected Start Date: September 2026
• Field Travel: Approximately 50%
• Application Method: Online

Key Responsibilities

The selected candidate will:

• Coordinate the implementation of CHINGO’s annual workplan.
• Facilitate collaboration and information sharing among humanitarian partners.
• Organize coordination meetings, consultations, and working groups.
• Monitor humanitarian developments and support collective advocacy.
• Represent CHINGO in humanitarian coordination platforms and donor meetings.
• Produce reports, situation updates, newsletters, and advocacy documents.
• Manage workplans, budgets, procurements, and consultants.
• Support partnerships and strategic initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with NRC, donor, and humanitarian policies.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Director.

Required Qualifications

Applicants should possess:

• University degree in International Relations, Political Science, Project Management, Communication, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in humanitarian coordination, advocacy, project management, or similar roles.
• Experience working with humanitarian stakeholders.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.
• Experience managing budgets and workplans.
• Excellent English and French communication skills.
• Strong networking and representation abilities.
• Knowledge of Cameroon’s humanitarian context is highly desirable.

Required Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Effective communication skills
• Leadership and stakeholder management
• Planning and organizational skills
• Resource management
• Ability to work in complex and insecure environments
• Teamwork and trust-building
• Adaptability and sound decision-making

Benefits

NRC offers:

• Competitive salary based on Grade 6 Step 1 of the NRC Cameroon salary scale.
• Renewable employment contract subject to funding.
• Opportunity to contribute to humanitarian coordination in Cameroon.
• Professional international working environment.
• Significant field exposure across humanitarian operations.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official Norwegian Refugee Council careers portal before the vacancy closes.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.