HIMO Specialist (Labour-Intensive Public Works) in Cameroon

Project description

The “Programme for the Economic and Social Development of Secondary Towns Exposed to Factors of Instability” I and II (PRODESV) targets towns and cities in Cameroon that are affected by factors of instability in relation to major population displacements, specifically areas hosting refugees, internally displaced persons and other migrants in Cameroon. The specific objective of PRODESV is to strengthen the capacity of secondary towns to cope with crises, to receive new arrivals and to promote inclusive communal socio-economic development while respecting the environment. For the third phase of PRODESV a special audit investigation is launched is to investigate the areas flagged as weak by the previous audits, including any potential impact on the project, and recommend suitable measures to minimize the risks for the upcoming third project phase. The design of PRODESV II follows the same goals and applies the same methods used in PRODESV I. The focus of PRODESV II is also oriented towards an approach that uses a maximum of local capacity (labour-intensive work), both in the construction and operation/maintenance of infrastructure, with direct effects on local employment. It supports eight secondary towns in the West and Littoral regions of Cameroon.

Job description

The HIMO Specialist will support the team in the execution of the overall responsibilities of the assignment. The main (but not only) responsibilities are the following:

• Analyze the HIMO process chain across project sites
• Review and evaluate payroll systems used for Labour- Intensive Public Works to ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance with HIMO standards and best practices
• Verify worker performance and output, ensuring that productivity measurements and verification mechanisms are aligned with the assignment requirements
• Identify and assess fraud risks associated with Labour- Intensive Public Works

Qualifications

The HIMO Specialist will be required to possess the following qualifications and professional experience:

• Significant experience in the field of HIMO projects monitoring (at least three relevant projects), preferably in francophone Africa
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Economics, Finance, Accounting or any other subject relevant to the study (a Master or further education is considered a plus)
• Working experience in projects financed by international donors (e.g. WB, KfW, EU, MCC)
• Fluency in written and spoken French and English is required
• Working experience in Cameroon is a strong plus (especially in the public sector)
• Experience in payment analysis under the HIMO approach 
• Experience in the field of internal control system analysis for public procurement and/or public funds is desirable 

Contact person

Alice Torrini alice.torrini@gfa-group.de