Description de l'offre

The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Cameroon is looking for a Volunteer – Legal and Compliance (Maternity Cover)

Want to make a positive difference to the future of people and our one shared home, the Earth? Working with WWF could be the opportunity of a lifetime:
All around the world, people are waking up to the deepening crisis of nature loss. A growing realization that nature is our life-support system and that nobody will be spared from the impacts of its loss. Here at WWF, we are helping to tackle this enormous global challenge.
Our staff come from hugely diverse backgrounds and bring a variety of expertise, ranging from People and Culture and Finance to Policy, Advocacy, and Conservation Science, among others. We welcome applications from anyone who believes they can help us create a better future for people and wildlife and are passionate about curbing or reversing nature loss.
What we do:
We are an independent conservation organization, striving to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and wildlife. From individuals and communities to business and government, we are part of a growing coalition calling on world leaders to set nature on the path to recovery by 2030. Together, we seek to protect and restore natural habitats, stop the mass extinction of wildlife, and make the way we produce and consume sustainable.
For our Cameroon Country Office, we are looking for a dynamic and committed Volunteer – Legal and Compliance (Maternity Cover).
Reports to: CCO Country Director
Supervises: n/a
Location: Yaounde
Duration: six (06) months
Major Functions
The Volunteer – Legal and Compliance will contribute to effective contract management, legal compliance, due diligence, policy adherence/compliance and the identification of potential legal and reputational risks related to WWF Cameroon’s partnerships and operations.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
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Contribute to thorough legal review and analysis of incoming agreements to ensure alignment with WWF internal policies, procedures, and applicable national legislation.
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Support management and monitoring of all incoming and outgoing contracts in the CCO contract management system to ensure contracting procedures are respected and timelines effectively monitored.
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Contribute to the drafting, review, and legal compliance of WWF CCO agreements, including Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), Partnership Agreements, Consultancy Agreements, Service Provider Agreements and other legal instruments.
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Contribute to due diligence assessments for partnerships prior to contract establishment, in alignment with WWF Due Diligence guidelines, standards and applicable national legislation.
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Update and manage the CCO Due Diligence database, ensuring the monitoring and follow-up of corrective measures for identified risks.
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Contribute to the legal advice and guidance on contracting matters, legal risks, compliance obligations, and contractual non-compliance to programme teams, technical leads, and CCO leadership team.
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Provide periodic updates on contract status, compliance matters and required actions to thematic leads, project managers, and management, as required.
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Support dispute resolution processes and provide legal guidance on contractual disagreements, escalation mechanisms, and contract non-compliance issues.
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Participate to legal and governance support to promote effective compliance and fiduciary oversight within WWF Cameroon Country Office.
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Any other duties as may be assigned.
Profile:

Required Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in law (LL. B) or equivalent. A Master’s degree in Law will be an added advantage;
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Practical legal experience in a law firm or legal chambers, including exposure to litigation matters, is highly desirable;
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Experience in corporate and contract law is essential, with at least one (1) year of relevant legal experience, preferably within an NGO or similar setting;
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Knowledge or experience in conservation, environmental law, or NGO operations is an asset.
Required Skills and Competencies:
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Experience working with donors, partners and the private sector;
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Good communication, networking and influencing skills, with strong written and verbal proficiency in both English and French;
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Experience liaising with external legal counsel;
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Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking and critical reading skills to ensure objective and thorough legal review;
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Adherence to WWF’s values: Respect, Integrity, Courage, and Collaboration.
WWF’s Values & behaviors:
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Able to demonstrate WWF behaviors in ways of working: strive for impact, listen deeply, collaborate openly and innovate fearlessly.
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Aligns and identifies with the core values of the WWF organization: Courage, Integrity, Respect and Collaboration.
Working Relationships
Internal - Interacts regularly with the country director, Managers and staff in WWF Cameroon, the ROA team as well as staff of other relevant units within the WWF network in fulfillment of duties.
External - Interacts with partners, staff and visitors from other conservation organizations.
This job description covers the main tasks and conveys the spirit of the sort of tasks that are anticipated proactively from staff. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to organizational needs.
How to apply:
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Follow the link: https://cameroon.panda.org/apply_to_a_job/apply_to_a_job/ (with a computer, please do not use a mobile phone)
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Choose the job J226 – Volunteer – Legal and Compliance (Maternity Cover)
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Answer to the questionnaire
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After filling the questionnaire, send your CV and cover letter via the email address recruit-cam@wwfcam.org. Please mention your name and the job reference in the email subject line. Example: Volunteer – Legal and Compliance - J226 - Balla
Deadline for applications: 10 August 2026.
Thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Please note that only candidates for serious consideration will be contacted for follow-up. If you have not been contacted, consider your application unsuccessful.
WWF is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, race, religion, experience, or background.
The publication of any job, consultancy or service provider opportunity and any subsequent communications, interviews, or discussions does not constitute a binding commitment by WWF. No contractual or financial obligation shall arise on the part of WWF until a formal written contract has been duly signed by both Parties following completion of the selection process.
All stages of this process remain part of the negotiation phase and are subject to WWF’s internal validation and administrative approvals. WWF reserves the right, where necessary, to modify, postpone, or cancel the process at any stage prior to formal engagement, without incurring any liability toward applicants or third parties