18/10/2026
TERMS OF REFERENCE AND JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Programmes Manager
Duty Station: Kumba, South West Region, Cameroon
Organisation: Rescue Women – Cameroon (REWOCAM)
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer
Supervises: Programme staff, project officers, field staff and other programme-related personnel as assigned
Remuneration: In accordance with REWOCAM’s salary scale
Application Deadline: 30th November 2026
About Rescue Women – Cameroon
Rescue Women – Cameroon (REWOCAM) is a women’s rights organisation committed to advancing the rights, safety, dignity and wellbeing of women and girls.
Our work focuses particularly on preventing and responding to gender-based violence, including sexual violence, strengthening survivor-centred support systems, and enhancing the economic empowerment of survivors. We also work to promote sexual and reproductive health and rights and to strengthen women’s leadership capacities.
REWOCAM works directly with women, girls, survivors of gender-based violence, communities, schools, service providers, relevant government services and other stakeholders to challenge harmful practices and build environments in which women and girls can live free from violence and fully exercise their rights.
Position Overview
REWOCAM is seeking a competent, committed and highly organised Programmes Manager to provide leadership and coordination for the organisation’s programmes and projects.
The Programmes Manager will be responsible for ensuring that programmes are effectively planned, implemented, monitored, documented and reported. The successful candidate will work closely with programme staff, beneficiaries, community partners, service providers, donors and organisational leadership to ensure that REWOCAM’s interventions are delivered professionally, ethically and in accordance with organisational and donor requirements.
This is a key management position requiring a person who can combine strong programme coordination skills with a genuine commitment to women’s rights, gender equality and survivor-centred programming.
Key Responsibilities
A. Programme Planning and Coordination
The Programmes Manager will:
Coordinate the planning and implementation of REWOCAM programmes and projects.
Develop programme implementation plans, activity schedules and work plans.
Ensure programme activities are implemented according to approved proposals, budgets and timelines.
Coordinate programme staff and ensure clarity of roles and responsibilities.
Ensure effective communication and collaboration between programmes.
Support the development and strengthening of programme strategies and approaches.
Identify implementation challenges early and work with management and programme teams to address them.
Ensure that programme activities remain aligned with REWOCAM’s mission, values and strategic priorities.
B. Programme Implementation
The Programmes Manager will:
Oversee day-to-day implementation of projects and programme activities.
Provide guidance and support to staff responsible for field implementation.
Ensure activities are properly organised and adequately prepared.
Participate in relevant programme activities, community engagements, trainings, workshops and meetings when required.
Ensure beneficiaries receive appropriate information and support throughout programme implementation.
Maintain high standards of professionalism, confidentiality and respect in interactions with programme participants.
C. Gender-Based Violence and Survivor-Centred Programming
The Programmes Manager will:
Ensure that programmes involving survivors of gender-based violence are implemented using survivor-centred, trauma-informed and rights-based approaches.
Promote confidentiality, dignity, safety and informed consent in all survivor-related activities.
Ensure programme staff understand and follow REWOCAM’s safeguarding and protection procedures.
Support appropriate referrals for survivors requiring medical, psychosocial, legal, protection or other specialised services.
Ensure that survivors are never pressured to disclose their experiences or participate in publicity activities.
Help strengthen systems that protect women and girls from further harm.
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning
The Programmes Manager will:
Work with relevant staff to monitor progress against programme objectives, indicators and targets.
Ensure accurate collection and documentation of programme data.
Review programme records and beneficiary documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Support baseline assessments, follow-up assessments and programme evaluations.
Monitor programme achievements, challenges, lessons learned and emerging needs.
Ensure programme data is organised and available for reporting.
Contribute to organisational learning by documenting good practices and lessons from implementation.
Support the use of programme findings to improve future interventions.
Reporting and Documentation
The Programmes Manager will:
Prepare high-quality programme reports within required timelines.
Compile activity reports from programme and field staff.
Contribute to donor reports, organisational reports and other programme documentation.
Ensure programme activities are adequately documented through attendance sheets, reports, photographs, consent forms and other required records.
Maintain organised programme files, both physical and electronic.
Ensure that sensitive beneficiary information is securely stored and accessed only by authorised personnel.
Support the preparation of programme success stories, case studies and impact narratives while respecting confidentiality and informed consent.
Staff Coordination and Supervision
The Programmes Manager will:
Provide day-to-day guidance and supervision to programme staff.
Assign responsibilities and follow up on agreed tasks.
Support staff to develop realistic individual and programme work plans.
Conduct regular programme team meetings.
Identify capacity gaps and recommend appropriate staff development or training.
Promote teamwork, accountability, professionalism and respectful communication.
Support orientation and integration of new programme staff, volunteers and interns.
Address programme-related performance concerns in consultation with senior management.
Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement
The Programmes Manager will:
Maintain positive working relationships with community leaders, schools, government institutions, civil society organisations, service providers and other programme partners.
Represent REWOCAM at relevant meetings, workshops and coordination forums when delegated.
Support collaboration with institutions involved in responding to gender-based violence.
Strengthen referral relationships with relevant service providers.
Maintain professional communication with partners and stakeholders.
Support community mobilisation and engagement for programme activities.
Donor Compliance and Grant Implementation
The Programmes Manager will:
Understand the objectives, expected results and requirements of REWOCAM-funded projects.
Ensure programme implementation complies with donor agreements and approved project plans.
Monitor project deliverables and deadlines.
Work closely with finance and management staff to ensure programme activities remain within approved budgets.
Provide programme information required for donor reporting.
Immediately communicate significant programme delays, risks or changes to senior management.
Support monitoring visits, donor engagements and programme reviews.
Programme Development and Resource Mobilisation
The Programmes Manager will:
Contribute ideas for new programmes and interventions based on community needs.
Support organisational assessments and consultations that inform programme development.
Contribute technical information to funding proposals and concept notes.
Provide programme statistics, results, lessons and evidence required for fundraising and proposal development.
Identify opportunities for strengthening and expanding successful programmes.
Contribute to the development of partnerships that support
REWOCAM’s mission.
Safeguarding, Ethics and Confidentiality
Because REWOCAM works extensively with women, girls and survivors of violence, the successful candidate will be expected to uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and professional conduct.
The Programmes Manager must:
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding survivors and programme participants.
Respect the dignity, choices and autonomy of survivors.
Comply with REWOCAM safeguarding policies and procedures.
Never exploit professional relationships with beneficiaries.
Immediately report safeguarding concerns through the appropriate organisational procedures.
Ensure photographs, videos, stories and personal information are collected and used only with appropriate consent.
Demonstrate sensitivity when working with survivors of sexual and gender-based violence.
Promote a workplace and programme environment free from discrimination, harassment, exploitation and abuse.
Financial and Administrative Responsibilities
Working in collaboration with the finance and administrative team, the Programmes Manager will:
Prepare programme activity budgets where required.
Ensure programme expenditures correspond with approved activities.
Submit programme-related financial documentation promptly.
Support accountability for funds advanced for programme activities.
Ensure programme resources and materials are used responsibly.
Provide necessary programme information during financial reviews or audits.
**The Programmes Manager will not replace the Finance Officer but will be responsible for ensuring sound programme-level financial accountability.
Required Qualifications
Applicants should have:
At least a Bachelor’s degree in Gender Studies, Women’s Studies, Development Studies, Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, Project Management, Human Rights, Public Administration or another relevant discipline.
Relevant experience in programme or project coordination, preferably within a civil society, humanitarian, development or women’s rights organisation.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate activities, people and deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Good report-writing and documentation skills.
Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, email and other basic digital communication tools.
Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively within a team.
Strong organisational and time-management skills.
Desirable Experience and Competencies
Preference may be given to candidates with:
Experience working on gender equality or gender-based violence programmes.
Experience working directly with women and girls.
Experience supporting survivors of gender-based violence.
Knowledge of survivor-centred approaches.
Experience in monitoring and reporting on donor-funded projects.
Experience supervising programme or field staff.
Experience working with communities and local institutions.
Knowledge of the social and cultural context of the South West Region of Cameroon.
Experience with safeguarding, referrals or case-related documentation.
Previous experience working with a non-governmental organisation.
Personal Qualities
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
Integrity and reliability.
Compassion and empathy.
Respect for women and girls.
Commitment to gender equality and women’s rights.
Strong sense of confidentiality.
Emotional maturity.
Good judgement.
Initiative and problem-solving ability.
Attention to detail.
Ability to manage several responsibilities simultaneously.
Ability to work under pressure when necessary.
Willingness to learn and receive feedback.
Respectful communication and teamwork.
Accountability for assigned responsibilities.
Core Competencies
The position requires strength in the following areas:
Programme Management: Ability to plan, coordinate and follow programmes from preparation through implementation and reporting.
Leadership: Ability to guide staff, communicate expectations and promote accountability.
Communication: Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues, communities, partners and management.
Organisation: Ability to manage schedules, documentation, activities and competing priorities effectively.
Problem Solving: Ability to identify programme challenges and develop practical solutions.
Documentation: Ability to maintain accurate programme records and produce clear written reports.
Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build respectful professional relationships with diverse groups.
Gender Sensitivity: Strong understanding of gender inequality and commitment to the rights and dignity of women and girls.
Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive information appropriately and ethically.
Performance Expectations
The Programmes Manager will be expected to:
Ensure programme activities are implemented on time and to an appropriate standard.
Maintain accurate and complete programme documentation.
Ensure reports are submitted within agreed deadlines.
Provide effective supervision and support to programme staff.
Maintain strong communication between programme teams and senior management.
Identify and communicate programme challenges early.
Protect the confidentiality and dignity of programme participants.
Maintain constructive relationships with partners and stakeholders.
Demonstrate responsible stewardship of programme resources.
Contribute positively to REWOCAM’s organisational development.
Working Conditions
The position is based in Kumba, South West Region of Cameroon.
The Programmes Manager will primarily work from the REWOCAM office but will also be expected to participate in programme activities within communities and other project locations.
The role may occasionally require travel, participation in activities outside normal office hours, or attendance at meetings and events depending on programme requirements.
Remuneration
The position attracts a monthly salary in accordance with REWOCAM’s internal salary scale and available organisational resources. Specific remuneration and employment conditions will be discussed with shortlisted or successful candidates.
Equal Opportunity and Safeguarding Statement
REWOCAM is committed to equality, dignity, safeguarding and the protection of women and girls. Applications from qualified women are strongly encouraged. All applicants must be willing to uphold REWOCAM’s policies on safeguarding, prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, confidentiality, non-discrimination and professional conduct.
REWOCAM reserves the right to conduct reference checks and other appropriate safeguarding checks before confirming an appointment.
Application Procedure
Interested applicants should submit:
1. A current Curriculum Vitae (CV).
2. A brief application/cover letter explaining your interest in the position and relevant experience.
3. Contact details for at least two professional referees. These may be included in your CV or provided in the email accompanying your application documents.
Applications should be submitted to:
[email protected] or [email protected]
Subject: Application for Programmes Manager
Deadline: 30th November 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
