Regulatory Affairs Manager - Cameroon

Job reference n°: CMR0892
Sector: Distribution & FMCG - Cameroon - Middle Africa
Function: Legal

Adexen Recruitment Agency is looking to recruit a Public Affairs Manager for an international FMCG Group.

The Public affairs manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating and directing the activities of the organisation to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures. He/she will also be responsible for the coordination of internal and external communication.

He/she will report to the Public affairs director. The position is based in Cameroon.

Work with Public Affairs Director to ensure that regulation is a core part of the development of the market, business strategy and business planning fully reflects the reality of the environment, providing the basis for future business sustainabilityTo support Public Affairs director in ensuring that there is a clear, actionable view of the regulatory futureDevelop and execute regulatory campaign plansDrive awareness and education programmes for staff, to ensure that they fully understand and have access to the company’s regulatory views and messagesDevelop and execute an agreed regulatory agenda to include coordination of appropriate cross functional engagement with all key stakeholdersEnsure the execution of activities required by the regionContribute to the development of regional regulatory strategy/initiatives as requiredComplete and maintain a comprehensive stakeholder mapping and classification process, constantly reviewed, updated and utilised in developing breadth and depth of engagementPlay an active role in ensuring that all company activities comply with relevant standards and regulations; to challenge non-compliance where appropriate and to ensure that legal consultation occurs as necessaryRepresent the company on regulatory issues, ensuring and coordinating the involvement of expertise from other functions as necessary.Provide/coordinate expert partner support to other functions and the business on general regulation issuesHave at least 5 years of public relation experience in the public and private sector;Have a thorough understanding of FMCG business, taxation and fiscal matters;Have good interpersonal skills both one-on-one and with large groups;Be familiar with the procedures of planning, managing and designing engagement campaigns;Have good influencing skillsBe detail oriented with ability to think innovatively;Possess excellent project management skills;Demonstrate good managerial and communications skills;Have excellent written and verbal communication skills;Have excellent command over French language; Good level of English language; Exhibit good people leadership qualities.Have business administration, Tax and Legal background

Attractive package

If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.

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Public Affairs Manager - Cameroon

Job reference n°: CMR0892
Sector: Distribution & FMCG - Cameroon - Middle Africa
Function: Legal

Adexen Recruitment Agency is looking to recruit a Public Affairs Manager for an international FMCG Group.

The Public affairs manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating and directing the activities of the organisation to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures. He/she will also be responsible for the coordination of internal and external communication.

He/she will report to the Public affairs director. The position is based in Cameroon.

Work with Public Affairs Director to ensure that regulation is a core part of the development of the market, business strategy and business planning fully reflects the reality of the environment, providing the basis for future business sustainabilityTo support Public Affairs director in ensuring that there is a clear, actionable view of the regulatory futureDevelop and execute regulatory campaign plansDrive awareness and education programmes for staff, to ensure that they fully understand and have access to the company’s regulatory views and messagesDevelop and execute an agreed regulatory agenda to include coordination of appropriate cross functional engagement with all key stakeholdersEnsure the execution of activities required by the regionContribute to the development of regional regulatory strategy/initiatives as requiredComplete and maintain a comprehensive stakeholder mapping and classification process, constantly reviewed, updated and utilised in developing breadth and depth of engagementPlay an active role in ensuring that all company activities comply with relevant standards and regulations; to challenge non-compliance where appropriate and to ensure that legal consultation occurs as necessaryRepresent the company on regulatory issues, ensuring and coordinating the involvement of expertise from other functions as necessary.Provide/coordinate expert partner support to other functions and the business on general regulation issuesHave at least 5 years of public relation experience in the public and private sector;Have a thorough understanding of FMCG business, taxation and fiscal matters;Have good interpersonal skills both one-on-one and with large groups;Be familiar with the procedures of planning, managing and designing engagement campaigns;Have good influencing skillsBe detail oriented with ability to think innovatively;Possess excellent project management skills;Demonstrate good managerial and communications skills;Have excellent written and verbal communication skills;Have excellent command over French language; Good level of English language; Exhibit good people leadership qualities.Have business administration, Tax and Legal background

Attractive package

If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.

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Economic Affairs Officer, Yaoundé (P-4)

Job Title

Economic Affairs Officer, P4

Department/ Office

Economic Commission for Africa

Duty Station

YAOUNDE

Posting Period

20 February 2012-20 April 2012

Job Opening number

12-ECO-ECA-22176-R-YAOUNDE(G)

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Org. Setting and Reporting

This post is located in the Sub-Regional Office for Central Africa, Yaoundé, Cameroon, one of five sub-regional offices of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA).

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Director of ECA's Central Africa Office (ECA/SRO-CA) and the direct supervision of the Senior Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for the following functions: Monitor economic developments and identify recurrent and emerging issues of concern to the Central African countries, the Regional Economic Communities (RECs) and other Intergovernmental Organizations (IGOs), the civil society and the United Nations; Analyze trends, issues and challenges in development and regional integration through policy-oriented studies; Interpret and apply econometric techniques to analysis of economic prospects and policies; Develop draft policy recommendations pertaining to development, regional integration and other issues of concern to the Central African countries, the inter-governmental organizations and the United Nations; Formulate proposals for development strategies, policies and measures for presentation to intergovernmental bodies; Coordinate the preparation of the flagship publication "Les Economies de l'Afrique Centrale" and other reports. Perform outreach functions by representing the Office and ECA in international, regional and national meetings; Plan, organize and participate in expert group meetings, seminars and training workshops for government officials, RECs, private sector organizations and others stakeholders on development issues; Assist in the preparation, monitoring and evaluation of the programme budget and technical cooperation projects; undertake or participate in advisory services missions to Member States, the RECs and other partners; prepare inputs into global, regional, national or sectoral reports on economic and social development issues; Support junior staff by reviewing their work and providing feedback. Assist with the recruitment of consultants and the supervision of their work; prepare speeches and other inputs for presentations by senior staff; undertake on-the-job and other training activities both internally and externally; perform other duties as required.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM:

In-depth understanding of economic and social development issues with strong background in economic analysis, and ability to use quantitative research methods to draw policy implications, propose options, and make recommendations for policy and programme initiatives to governments, the RECs and other bodies. Ability to incorporate gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work..

TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in economics or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree is required. Advanced knowledge in macroeconomics, development economics, public economics or related fields is desirable. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. PhD is preferable.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in economic research and analysis, policy formulation, application of economic principles in development programmes or related area is required. Experience in the field of economic and social policy analysis gained through involvement in economic research, programme and project execution and evaluation in the area of economic analysis is highly desirable. Knowledge of the Central African sub-region and practical experiences gained in countries, NGOs or Economic Communities would be added advantages.

Languages

Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

Assessment Method

Competency-based interviews and additional assessment methods.

Special Notice

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

United Nations Considerations

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.

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