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The Embassy of Japan in Cameroon is seeking for a consultant in charge of the Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects carried out by the Embassy.
The position is open to Cameroonian or any person holding a valid residence and working permit in Cameroon.
For the details of the Grassroots Human Security Projects, please see the following webpages:
https://www.mofa.go.jp/files/000071826.pdf (Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan) https://www.cmr.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/economic_cooperation-en.html
(Embassy of Japan in Cameroon)
[Period of contract]
April/May 2019 – March 31, 2020
[Tasks]
(Within the Embassy premises)
- Registration and management of the project applications, including responding to inquiries and managing application data base, etc.
- Technical analysis of the content of project applications, including cost assessment, etc.
- Taking necessary measures for the smooth implementation of ongoing projects and for the management of completed projects.
- Coordination and negotiation with organizations which are applying for or implementing projects.
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Writing various reports.
(Field research for specific projects)
- Formulation of projects, including providing explanation on this scheme to applying organisations; research on requests; verification of credibility of applying organizations, past activity records and financial status; researching validity of content of project, project site and the cost; various feasibility studies, etc.
- Field monitoring of ongoing projects, including monitoring the status of construction of facilities or procurement of equipments; accounting audit, etc.
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Monitoring of completed projects and follow-ups, including monitoring of usage and
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maintenance of facilities or equipments; status of accounting audit; effectiveness of benefits, etc.
- Field research on completed projects and assistant work such as arrangement of various ceremonies, including confirmation of the status of construction of facilities or procurement of equipments; coordination with the implementing organization; presiding ceremonies, etc.
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Other research and information gathering.
[Qualifications / Abilities]
- University degree
- Professional aptitude for French and English
- Office software skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Professional experience in the cooperation field is an asset
- Large open-mindedness and ability to work well with others
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Experience in a multicultural environment
[How to apply]
Candidate must send application documents (CV, cover letter / letter of motivation, copies of degrees, certificates and other documents) by email to info@yd.mofa.go.jp by Friday April 5, with mention "Job Offer: Grant Assistance for Grassroots Projects" in the subject of the email. NB: Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the Embassy for the following selection processes.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Embassy of Japan in the Republic of Cameroon.
