Centre for Indigenous Resources Management and Development - Cirmad

25/05/2026

VOLUNTEER MONITORING & EVALUATION AND GENDER MAINSTREAMING OFFICER (M&E/GMO)

The Centre for Indigenous Resources Management and Develipment (CIRMAD) is seeking a motivated and committed Volunteer Monitoring & Evaluation and Gender Mainstreaming Officer (M&E/GMO) to support its community development and environmental initiatives.

LOCATION: Bamenda, with occasional field visits.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

~ Project monitoring and evaluation,
~ Data collection, analyzing and reporting,
~ Assist with database management and documentation,
~ Promote gender mainstreaming and inclusive participation in project activities,
~ Support community sensitization and field monitoring activities.

REQUIREMENTS:

~ Degree or training in M&E, Social Sciences, Gender Studies, Statistics, Development Studies, Environmental Sciences, or related fields,
~ Good computer skills (especially MS Excel and Word),
~ Knowledge of KoboToolbox/ODK is an asset,
~ Good communication and teamwork skills,
~ Working knowledge of French and English,
~ Willingness to work in community settings.

HOW TO APPLY:
Send by email to [email protected]:

~ A Motivation Letter;
~ Updated CV;
~ Relevant certificates/documents.
~ Contact details of two referees.

SUBJECT: Application – Volunteer M&E/GMO

DEADLINE: 6 June 2026

17/05/2026

CIRMAD JOINED ERUDEF, ACF AND OTHER CONSERVATION ORGANISATIONS TO CREATE THE CROSS RIVER GORILLA ALLIANCE

From 25-27 February 2026, CIRMAD, represented by its Coordinator/CEO, joined some eight other conservation organizations to create a community-based network for the integrated conservation of the Cross River Gorilla (Gorilla gorilla dheili), found in fragmented forests in the southern border zones of Nigeria and Cameroon, which are experiencing habitat loss, poaching and fragmentation.
The 3-days event which took place at Lewat Hotel, Douala, in Cameroon, organized byERUDEF and the African Conservation Foundation (ACF), with the support of Conservation Connect, was an event of review of thevcurrent conservation status for the critically endangered CRG and the mapping of the way forward for integrated, community-based actions to ensure the continued survival of the great ape species and the improvement of community livelihoods in both countries.
The deliberations culminated in the creation of the Cross River Gorilla Alliance, an international network.

24/04/2026

On the invitation the Regional Delegate of MINFOF, CIRMAD, took part in the celebration of the International Day of Forests at the explanade of the Governor office, Banenda. The Governor presided over the ceremony.
Besides joining the Governor and other participants in tree planting, it was a good chance for the Coordinator of CIRMAD to commune with close collaborators of CIRMAD in MINFOF, like in the pics with the Conservator of Kimbi-Fungom, the DD for Menchum and the RCS-Forestry.
The theme of the day was: "Forests and Economies".

03/03/2026

🌍🐾 Happy World Wildlife Day!
Today, we celebrate the beauty and importance of our wildlife and natural ecosystems. Through our continued efforts and activities, we remain committed to protecting nature, preserving biodiversity, and inspiring our communities to care for the environment.
Every action counts. Together, we can ensure a safer, greener future for generations to come. 🌿🌳

21/02/2026

CIRMAD CREATES A COMMUNITY FOREST IN THE KIMBI-FUNGOM NATIONAL PARK ZONE

CIRMAD has created the Kimbi-Mungong Community Forest in the support zone of the Kimbi-Fungom National Park.
The community forest of 2,067 ha has been created as part of the project, "Increasing communities' resilience to climate change through youth entrepreneurship and integrated natural resource management" (ACREGIR), which CIRMAD implements locally.
The creation process followed the 2009 Revised Manual on the Procedures for creating a community forest in Cameroon, ending for now with the Provisional Management Agreement with/by the Ministry of Forestry and Wildlife (MINFOF).
CIRMAD remains ready as a CSO partner of the Kimbi-Mungong Forests Management Union (KIMFOMU), for the way forward, which is the establishment of the Simple Management Plan, to complete the process for the community to start fully benefitting from it.
The creation of community forests in the riparian communities of protected areas contributes much in lessening human pressure on protected areas, in this case, the Kimbi-Fungom National Park.

12/01/2026

The Small-no-be-sick mammal!

Built for War: Inside the Anatomy of a Honey Badger

This isn’t just an animal — it’s a biological weapon.

The honey badger’s body is engineered for survival against enemies much larger, faster, and deadlier than itself.

• A thick skull and massive molars allow it to crush bone and defend its brain during violent attacks
• Extra-thick, loose skin lets it twist inside a predator’s grip and counterattack
• Long, curved claws tear into soil, nests, and flesh with ease
• A powerful jaw system delivers relentless bite force
• Internal defenses even provide resistance to venom, allowing it to survive snake bites that would kill most animals

Every part of this body has one purpose:
Never surrender. Never retreat.

Nature didn’t make the honey badger strong.
Nature made it unbreakable.

01/01/2026

DEAR ALL,

28/11/2025

CIRMAD HOLDS VALIDATION WORKSHOP ON ENDANGERED SPECIES OF KIMBI-FUNGOM NATIONAL PARK

The Centre for Indigenous Resources Management and Development (CIRMAD) organized a successful validation workshop on 26/11/2025 at Hotel Pessi in Bafoussam. The session focused on reviewing and validating the comprehensive study report on the conservation status of the seven most endangered or endemic flora and fauna species of the Kimbi-Fungom National Park, as well as their proposed conservation plans.

This study was conducted within the framework of the ACREGIR Project, which aims to enhance biodiversity protection and strengthen community-based conservation initiatives.

The event gathered a diverse group of experts and stakeholders, including officials from the MINEPDED and MINFOF central services, regional delegates, university professors, naturalists, and conservation practitioners. Their insights and recommendations contributed significantly to enriching the final report and ensuring that the proposed conservation strategies are practical, evidence-based, and locally relevant.

CIRMAD extends its appreciation to all participants for their commitment to environmental preservation and for supporting ongoing efforts to protect the invaluable biodiversity of the Kimbi-Fungom National Park.

17/11/2025

Sure ECoDAs-Cameroon, same with CIRMAD for the Kimbi-Fungom National Park with the ACREGIR Project.

29/08/2025

CIRMAD, represented by its Coordinator, took active part in the "Capacity building workshop for ACREGIR stakeholders on Transformative Approach and Gender Responsive Budgeting", as organized by the ACREGIR Project in Mbalmayo from 21-23 August, 2025.
The CIRMAD delegation of 6 included delegates of the Fonfuka and Zhoa Councils, Women Empowerment/Family-Menchum, the MBOSCUDA and CAEPA CSOs, all as local project stakeholders.
We thank MINEPDED, and especially the Gender & Communication Officer of ACREGIR for aptly organizing and facilitating the training and the Technical Coordinator who supervised it.