JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary

The project “Strengthening Migration Governance in Cameroon: Comprehensive Support to the Development of National Policies and to Return, Readmission and Reintegration (RRR)” builds on this approach. It provides a strategic opportunity to promote innovative collaboration between diaspora and youth, while consolidating IOM’s key functions as a facilitator of dialogue, policy advisor, and operational actor committed to advancing migration governance and sustainable development.
To support IOM Cameroon in designing and piloting evidence-based models that mobilize diaspora human capital, private sector CSR, social protection schemes, and academic partnerships to develop climate-resilient and youth-inclusive agriculture in Cameroon.

Key Responsibilities

1. Finalize the analysis of diaspora–agriculture linkages using available data (DTM, MGI, GCM Voluntary Review).
2. Pilot reintegration pathways for migrants interested in agriculture, including access to land, cooperatives, and CSR-backed value chains.
3. Work with CNPS to develop insurance and social security solutions tailored to young farmers and returned migrants, ensuring portability and inclusion.
4. Engage the University of San Francisco (USF) to establish an academic partnership, including:
   • Joint research with Cameroonian universities on diaspora engagement and climate adaptation;
   • Opportunities for USF students and faculty to contribute to data analysis, policy briefs, and field research;
   • Development of co-branded publications and policy dialogues that elevate Cameroon as a global case study.
5. Collect and consolidate existing studies, data, and research produced by USF and other universities (national and international) on migration and agriculture in Cameroon, to feed into IOM’s migration knowledge base and national documentation system.
6. Support private sector partnerships by mapping agribusiness CSR priorities and structuring co-investment models.
7. Produce a knowledge package (policy briefs, investment prospectus, communication materials) to facilitate scale-up.

Required Qualifications

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Migration Studies, Agricultural Economics, Development Studies, or related field;
• Knowledge of migration issues, reintegration processes, or humanitarian principles is an advantage.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years of experience in diaspora engagement, reintegration, climate resilience programming, agriculture, rural development, or livelihood projects, preferably within international organizations or NGOs.
• in agriculture, rural development, or livelihood projects, preferably within international organizations, NGOs, or development agencies.
• Experience in diaspora engagement, reintegration, or climate resilience programming;
• Familiarity with social protection schemes and agricultural value chains in sub-Saharan Africa;
• Experience in data analysis, research consolidation, and preparation of policy briefs or knowledge products.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with academia and produce peer-reviewed research outputs;
• Strong coordination, facilitation, and drafting skills in English and French.
• Previous collaboration with universities, research institutions, or private sector actors is an asset.
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.

SKILLS

• Computer literacy including proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• High sense of responsibility and ability to show initiative and maintain accuracy, including while under pressure.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Good understanding of agriculture and livelihood programming, including climate adaptation and social protection mechanisms.
• Ability to manage data collection, analysis, and reporting for research and policy development.
• Capacity to engage with academic institutions and private sector partners for joint initiatives.
• Good communication and networking skills to liaise with diverse stakeholders (government, academia, private sector).
• Good organizational and planning abilities for multi-stakeholder projects.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Team-oriented mindset with flexibility to adapt to evolving priorities.

LANGUAGE

For this position, fluency in French and English is required (oral and written).