Pool 1 'national expertise for work package 1' – Cameroon

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Pool 1 'national expertise for work package 1' for a environment, energy consultancy assignment financed by GIZ in Cameroon.

Aninver Development Partners SL is preparing a technical proposal for an upcoming consultancy assignment commissioned by GIZ in Cameroon. The initiative focuses on supporting intersectoral and multi-level coordination for a long-term green economy partnership, aiming to combat deforestation, promote deforestation-free value chains, and foster sustainable forest-related local economic development in alignment with national strategic goals.

To support the execution of work package 1—specifically focusing on national research and innovation systems, geographic data harmonization, and land use mapping—we are seeking qualified professionals for the Pool 1 'national expertise for work package 1' position. The successful candidates will play a crucial role in delivering technical advisory services and capacity development in Cameroon.

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

• Establish functional sector and multi-level coordination for a long-term green economy partnership.
• Strengthen institutional capacities of state and non-state institutions involved in multi-level governance.
• Formulate programmatic priorities of the partnership, including validated project lists and monitoring concepts.
• Support a national research and innovation system and harmonize geographic data across ministries.
• Promote sustainable forest-related local economic development and green economy integration.

Scope of work

• Supporting a national research and innovation system (SNRI) as part of work package 1.
• Coordinating and harmonizing geographic data available across different ministries to obtain coherent information on land use systems.
• Analyzing the evolution of drivers of deforestation using digital and satellite mapping tools.
• Conducting feasibility studies, preliminary economic assessments, and designing project documents in alignment with national strategies.
• Supporting innovative financing and municipal financing mechanisms for ecological performance.
• Implementing context-specific capacity development strategies and multi-level dialogue platforms involving diverse stakeholders.

Your role as Pool 1 'national expertise for work package 1'

• Contribute technical expertise to work package 1 activities related to remote sensing, spatial sciences, data science, or ecosystem sciences.
• Collaborate on the coordination and harmonization of geographic data across public institutions.
• Engage in research partnerships and contribute to the development of IT systems and spatial strategies.
• Support the analysis of land use systems and drivers of deforestation utilizing digital and satellite mapping tools.
• Participate in multi-level stakeholder workshops and capacity development initiatives.
• Provide localized insights and technical inputs to ensure alignment with the national context of Cameroon.

Requirements

• Education: University degree ('master's or German Diplom') in remote sensing/spatial sciences, data science/IT, and ecosystem sciences/ecology
• 5 years of professional experience in related sectors and 3 years of specific experience in research partnerships, IT systems, or peatland strategies with 5 years in Cameroon
• Languages: French C1-level, English B2-level
• National of, or based in, the project country

An experienced national specialist with a strong background in remote sensing, spatial sciences, or ecosystem ecology, possessing deep familiarity with research partnerships and IT systems in Cameroon.

Assignment details

• Location: Cameroon
• Financed by: GIZ
• Sector: Environment, energy
• Positions: 3
• Expected input: 245 expert days
• 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 GIZ-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.