Jobs opportunities : 05 IT Interns - Yaoundé, Bamenda, Buea, Garoua, Maroua
Description de l'offre
JOB ADVERTISEMENT : IT Interns - PLAN International Cameroon, NGO
Location: Yaoundé, Bamenda, Buea, Garoua, Cameroon
Company: Plan International
The Organisation
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it is girls who are most affected.
Working together with children, young people, supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges girls and vulnerable children face. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.
For over 85 years, we have rallied other determined optimists to transform the lives of all children in more than 80 countries.
We won’t stop until we are all equal.
The Opportunity
The IT Professional Intern will support the Information Technology Department in delivering efficient ICT services and digital solutions across Plan International Cameroon offices. The intern will contribute to the maintenance and support of ICT infrastructure, provide technical assistance to users, participate in systems and network administration activities, and support the development, deployment, and improvement of applications and information systems. The intern will work closely with the IT team to enhance service delivery, improve business processes, and ensure the reliability, security, and performance of ICT systems.
We are looking for a motivated and dynamic candidate with a minimum Bachelor's Degree (BAC+3) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related field.
The ideal candidate should have a good understanding of IT support services, system administration, networking, software development, and database management and programming languages such as Python, PHP, Node.js, or similar is an added advantage. You should demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication abilities and the capacity to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment. A strong willingness to learn, adaptability, innovation, and accountability are essential
NB: Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants must be aged 26 years or below.
Please follow this link for a full role profile: Job description - IT Pro Intern_All site-IT_Support BMDA+BTA+MRA.pdf
Location: Yaoundé, Bamenda, Buea, Garoua, Maroua
Type of Role: Internship
Reports to: IT Coordinator / CIT Manager
Grade: N/A
Closing Date: 13th September 2026
HOW TO APPLY ?
All applications must be submitted ONLINE at : https://jobs.plan-international.org/search/?createNewAlert=false&q=cameroon
Closing Date: 13th September 2026
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Plan International Cameroon IT Intern Job description
Role : IT Professional Intern C.O
Department : OPERATIONS/IT
Report line : CITM
Location : Yaoundé, Bamenda, Buea, Garoua, Maroua
Purpose : To provide technical support for users; and to manage and administer local ICT infrastructure and corporate systems within CO and some PIIA.
What does the job holder plan?
• ICT operational plans
• ICT disaster recovery plans within the business continuity plan
• Security and access control for data and network devices
• Plan and manage PU technical services ensuring adherence to all corporate processes
What are the outputs and deliverables?
• Availability and reliability of the ICT infrastructure, applications and connectivity,
• Provides first line support, advice and solutions to ICT users in relation to application, data and business process issue, ensuring all issues are resolved in a timely fashion,
• Ensure that system security and organizational compliance, processes and procedures are in place and properly maintained at the C.O,
• Perform proactive tasks for ICT infrastructure and corporate applications maintenance
• Maintain agreed levels of service provision and service levels
• Provide ICT support to delivering program outputs
• Facilitate information management and usage
• Increase user ICT proficiency through the transfer of skills to Plan staff and communities
• Updated IT Asset inventory register
• Provide guidance and support to IT Focal points in the PIIA.
What does the post holder oversee?
• Ensure adherence to corporate standards, design and architecture.
• Escalates incidents to CITM as appropriate
• Monitor software licensing and usage
• Monitor IT infrastructure and IT equipment usage
• Identify user ICT training needs and highlight these to CITM
To whom does the job holder report?
• Country IT Manager
Criteria for Success
• Meet agreed service and support levels
• ICT users are satisfied with the service provided to them
• Improved ICT proficiency amongst staff
What are the primary linkages for this post?
• Country IT Manager
• Collaborate with IT Focal Points in PIIA to ensure they receive timely services
Leadership Behaviours
• Embrace Child-centeredness, Safeguarding policy, Community participation
• Manage customer relationships and services
• Capability to communicate ideas and technical information to a non-technical audience
• Promotes high performance by all staff
• Networking, sharing information and best practices
• Works collaboratively as a team player, listens actively and values contributions
• Self-management and personal accountability
Skills Specific to the Post
• Able to prioritise work effectively for execution with limited resources
• Problem solving and decision making
• Training and communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Working knowledge of English and French
Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor Degree or equivalent in Computer Sciences with 2 years working experience
Or Master Degree or equivalent in Computer Sciences with 1 years working experience
• Knowledge in setting up LANs, WANs, SDWAN networks
• Experience of Microsoft Office 365, Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange.
• Experience in managing and implementing information systems and supporting technologies