16.10.2026
ATIBT is opening an office in Yaoundé and is hiring an Administrative and Financial Manager (RAF). The position is a full-time, 24-month fixed-term contract, to begin in November 2026.
You will be responsible for ensuring the financial, accounting, labor, and administrative integrity of ATIBT Cameroon.
Who We Are
ATIBT (International Tropical Timber Technical Association) is an international nonprofit association founded over 70 years ago. It brings together nearly 160 members, including companies, timber-producing countries, donors, research centers, NGOs, and experts. All are committed to a responsible, legal, and sustainable tropical timber sector. With a presence in Europe and Africa, ATIBT is opening an office in Cameroon to strengthen its on-the-ground presence. ATIBT Cameroon is implementing, among other initiatives:·
CAP FORÊTS, funded by the French Global Environment Facility (FFEM): it supports the transition from the forest concession model to a more territorial and integrated approach in the Congo Basin.·
CBC (Compétences Bois Cameroun), funded by GIZ as part of the Team Europe Initiative OP-VET: it structures vocational training in sawing and sharpening, in partnership with SYNEFOR, the GFBC, and ENEF in Mbalmayo.
Your Responsibilities
You ensure that operations comply with Cameroonian law and donor regulations. You anticipate risks and build relationships with local partners.· Manage cash flow, petty cash, and financial commitments.· Maintain accounting records, prepare financial statements, and submit reports to headquarters.· Handle payroll and fulfill staff social security and tax obligations.· Support project managers with local procurement and contracts.
Your Profile
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in management, finance, accounting, or administration. At least 5 years of experience in administrative and financial management, ideally on projects funded by international donors.· Very good knowledge of Cameroonian labor law, taxation, and social security obligations.· Proven experience with payroll: required.· Proficiency in Excel and the SAGE accounting software.· Fluent in French (required); business-level English preferred.
Job Details
The position is based in Yaoundé at the ATIBT Cameroon office and is scheduled to begin in November 2026.·
Contract: 24-month fixed-term contract, full-time.
Reports to: Administrative and Financial Manager at headquarters; on-site, under the supervision of the ATIBT Cameroon Representative.
Apply
Send your cover letter and resume to recrutement@atibt.org. Include “RAF Recruitment - ATIBT Cameroon” in the subject line of your email by Nov. 2, 2026, at the latest.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
