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National Officer - Transit Center ManagerNew

IOMYaounde,Cameroon
Position:Professional | NO-ADeadline:26 Aug 2026 (6 days left)Job ID:22722Posted on:19 Aug 2026 (1 day ago)
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Job Description

IOM Cameroon seeks an Officer to manage transit-centre operations in Yaounde. The role oversees accommodation, meals, medical care, movements and transport for migrants and vulnerable people; manages staff, resources and records; coordinates with government and partners; responds to incidents; supports airport activities; and reports on centre operations while safeguarding protection standards.

Key Details

Department

IOM Cameroon transit centre operations

Position Details

Experience level

Early

Minimum experience

2 years

Minimum education

Bachelor's degree

Recruitment scope

National recruitment

Contract duration

Up to 9 months

Language Requirements

Required

English

Summary of Responsibilities

  • Manage daily transit-centre operations including accommodation, meals, hygiene and medical services
  • Supervise staff and manage resources, documentation and centre records
  • Coordinate transport, arrivals, departures and support for vulnerable cases
  • Liaise with government authorities, donors, beneficiaries and other stakeholders
  • Respond to incidents, complaints and protection concerns and support appropriate referral
  • Maintain the ITC Database and generate monthly reports
  • Undertake airport activities and ensure services for people with special needs
  • Prepare clear reports on transit-centre activities

Role Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field with two years of relevant professional experience
  • Master’s degree in the stated fields
  • At least two years of progressively responsible experience running a transit centre or similar establishment
  • At least two years of supervisory experience in tasks similar to this assignment
  • Experience working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups
  • Proficiency in computer applications and Microsoft Office Applications

Desired Criteria

  • Experience with specialized international agencies, including UN agencies, international organisations and international NGOs
  • Good managerial judgement when handling difficult situations

Skills

Tools and Technologies

Additional Information

  • Contract type: Special Short Term Graded

Source & verification

IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from IOM Careers, on 19 Aug 2026.