Child Friendly Municipalities Coordinator
Quick answer
UNICEF is hiring three local UN Volunteers based in Buea, Maroua, and Yaounde, Cameroon, to coordinate the Child Friendly Municipalities initiative and oversee the integration of children's rights into local government policy.
- Role
- Child Friendly Municipalities Coordinator
- Organization
- UNICEF
- Location
- Buea, Maroua, and Yaounde, Cameroon
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
UNICEF is seeking three UN Volunteers to serve as Child Friendly Municipalities Coordinators in Buea, Maroua, and Yaounde, Cameroon. These roles involve coordinating the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the Child Friendly Municipalities initiative to integrate children's rights into local public policies. The coordinators will support capacity-building for local officials, manage performance data, and facilitate community engagement to ensure municipal services prioritize the needs of children. Successful candidates will collaborate with local stakeholders to strengthen governance and institutionalize child-focused frameworks across participating municipalities.
What you'll do
- Develop and maintain a directory of enrolled municipalities.
- Organize and facilitate capacity-building sessions for municipal stakeholders.
- Monitor implementation of interventions using established performance tools.
- Coordinate technical support and relay community feedback to UNICEF.
- Manage Excel tracking systems for process and performance indicators.
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and database management.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with local communities.
- Proven experience in report writing and analytical data synthesis.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Volunteer living allowance, life, health, and permanent disability insurance; well-being differential provided for hardship categories D or E.
Frequently asked questions
Where will the Child Friendly Municipalities Coordinators be based?
There are three positions available, with one coordinator stationed in each of the following locations: Buea, Maroua, and Yaounde.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified, but the role provides a monthly volunteer living allowance to cover housing, utilities, and daily living expenses.
What are the core requirements for this position?
Candidates must have at least a Bachelor's degree, 3 years of experience, and strong proficiency in French, English, and local languages, alongside database management skills.
Are these positions remote or in-office?
These are in-office positions requiring the volunteers to work within their specific duty stations in Buea, Maroua, or Yaounde.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNICEF's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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