Local Facilitator - Cameroon

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Local Facilitator - Cameroon for a social protection consultancy assignment financed by UNIDO in Cameroon.

Aninver Development Partners is currently preparing a proposal for an upcoming UNIDO initiative focused on green, circular, and climate-neutral industrial development within the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) region. This project addresses the critical need for sustainable energy transitions, enhanced industrial competitiveness, and strengthened quality infrastructure for clean energy technologies across key regional value chains.

To ensure the smooth execution of high-level stakeholder engagement and on-site events, we are seeking a qualified Local Facilitator based in Cameroon. This role will provide vital local coordination, logistical support, and administrative liaison to guarantee the successful delivery of project validation workshops and stakeholder consultations in the country.

Aninver is preparing a proposal for this assignment. The selected expert will be part of the proposed team; the engagement is conditional on the contract being awarded to Aninver. The full Terms of Reference for the position are shared with shortlisted candidates.

Objectives of the assignment

• Support the planning, organization, and execution of on-site stakeholder validation workshops in Cameroon.
• Coordinate local logistics, venue arrangements, and participant travel for project events.
• Facilitate communication and engagement with national authorities, regional bodies, and key industry stakeholders in Cameroon.
• Support the core consulting team in gathering local administrative data and navigating institutional networks.

Scope of work

• Coordinate closely with international experts and regional institutions to plan on-site project activities in Cameroon.
• Manage all local logistical requirements for workshops, including venue booking, equipment rental, and catering.
• Assist in identifying, inviting, and confirming attendance for key stakeholders, industry representatives, and government officials.
• Provide on-the-ground administrative and operational support during missions and events.
• Facilitate communication channels between the project team and local counterparts.
• Draft summary reports on local stakeholder engagement and logistical outcomes.

Your role as Local Facilitator - Cameroon

• Serve as the primary logistical and operational point of contact for the project team in Cameroon.
• Organize and manage the on-site workshop for regional and national stakeholders, ensuring smooth day-of execution.
• Coordinate administrative workflows related to local permits, venue contracts, and participant reimbursements.
• Support communication with national authorities and regional institutions hosted in the country.
• Assist international team members with local orientation, transportation, and meeting arrangements.
• Ensure all local activities comply with project timelines and institutional protocols.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in event management, workshop coordination, or logistical support for international development projects in Cameroon.
• Strong familiarity with the institutional landscape, government agencies, and regional bodies operating in Cameroon.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, problem-solve logistical bottlenecks, and coordinate with multicultural teams.
• Fluency in French and English (written and spoken) is strongly preferred.
• National of, or based in, the project country

Desirable

• Previous work experience with United Nations agencies or international consulting firms on regional development mandates.
• Existing professional network among industrial stakeholders and government ministries in Cameroon.

A well-organized professional based in Cameroon with a strong background in event coordination, logistical management, and stakeholder liaison for international technical assistance projects.

Assignment details

• Location: Cameroon
• Financed by: UNIDO
• Sector: Social protection
• Estimated duration: 3 months
• Contract: individual consultancy (conditional on award)

About Aninver Development Partners

Aninver is an international development consulting firm headquartered in Spain. It supports governments, development banks, UN agencies and bilateral donors with feasibility studies, technical assistance, evaluations and capacity building across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, working with a network of international and national experts.

Why apply

• Join a multidisciplinary team on a UNIDO-financed project in Cameroon.
• Individual consultancy: flexible, output-based engagement with an experienced proposal team.
• Your CV stays in Aninver's expert network for future assignments that match your profile.

How to apply

Sign in (or create a free account) and upload your CV in English. Add your LinkedIn profile, indicative daily rate and availability to speed up the assessment. Aninver will contact the shortlisted candidates.

Frequently asked questions

Is the position confirmed? The engagement depends on the contract being awarded to Aninver. Shortlisted experts are included in the proposal with their consent.

Can I apply if I am not based in the country? This position requires a national of, or a professional based in, the project country.

What happens with my CV? It is used to assess your fit for this and future positions and is not shared with third parties without your consent.