Recruiting Institution: National Institute of Statistics (INS), Cameroon
Number of Positions: 115
Contract Duration: One month
Application Deadline: October 30, 2026
Application Portal: https://candidate.ins-cameroun.cm/
1. CONTEXT AND JUSTIFICATION
The National Institute of Statistics (INS), in partnership with the Ministry of Public Health through the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI), and with financial and technical support from the Clinton Health Access Initiative, Biostat Global Consulting, and Gavi, plans to conduct an Integrated Routine and Post-Campaign Immunization Coverage Survey against measles and rubella.
To support this activity, the Director General of the National Institute of Statistics is launching a call for applications for the pre-selection of 115 investigators (enumerators) under fixed-term contracts.
2. JOB DESCRIPTION
2.1. Purpose of the Contract
The investigator will be responsible for collecting data using tablets in the cities, villages, and neighbourhoods assigned to them.
2.2. Candidate Profile and Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
– Be of Cameroonian nationality.
– Hold at least a high school diploma or an equivalent qualification.
– Be at least 21 years old and not more than 40 years old on the date of signature of this call for applications.
– Be free of any commitments that could interfere with the assignment.
– Be able to work independently while maintaining discretion and confidentiality.
– Demonstrate good teamwork and fieldwork skills.
– Be willing to work in both rural and urban areas across all regions of Cameroon.
– Have good knowledge of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs).
– Be fully available throughout the training and contract period.
The following will be considered an advantage:
– Proven experience in computer-assisted data collection.
– Previous participation in a household vaccination coverage survey.
2.3. Working Languages
Candidates must be able to communicate in at least one official language (English or French) and at least one national language spoken in the selected survey areas.
3. CONTRACT DURATION
The contract will last one month.
4. NUMBER AND DISTRIBUTION OF POSITIONS
A total of 115 positions will be distributed across the ten regions of Cameroon as follows:
Region| Number of Positions
Adamawa| 8
Centre| 18
East| 8
Far North| 12
Littoral| 18
North| 11
Northwest| 12
West| 9
South| 6
Southwest| 13
TOTAL| 115
5. APPLICATION PROCEDURE
5.1. Required Application Documents
Applicants must prepare and scan the following documents in PDF format:
1. A stamped job application letter.
2. A detailed curriculum vitae (CV).
3. A certified copy of the required diploma.
4. A certified copy of the National Identity Card.
5. A medical certificate.
6. A declaration of honour.
7. A certified copy of the birth certificate issued by the town hall, bearing the mention “CNPS” (free of charge and without a stamp), for candidates without a CNPS registration number; or proof of affiliation for candidates who already have a CNPS registration number.
The documents must be uploaded through the official application portal:
https://candidate.ins-cameroun.cm/
Applications must be submitted no later than ten (10) working days from the date of signature of the call for applications.
5.2. Online Application Steps
Step 1: Access the Platform
Copy and paste the following link into your browser’s address bar. Ensure that there are no spaces in the URL.
https://candidate.ins-cameroun.cm/
Step 2: Register an Account
An account is required to submit an application.
– Click on the “Register” button located on the far right of the menu bar.
– Follow the instructions and complete the registration form.
– Validate the form to proceed.
Step 3: Activate Your Account
After submitting the registration form, you will receive an email containing an activation link and a temporary password.
– Click on the activation link.
– Enter the temporary password as instructed.
– Change the temporary password in the designated field, if required, to complete the activation process.
Step 4: Log In
Log in using your email address and password.
During your first login, you will be redirected to a page where you must complete your profile information.
Note: This profile completion step is required only once. For subsequent visits, simply log in using your credentials.
Step 5: View Available Offers
– Click on the “Applications” button on the right side of the menu bar.
– Browse the available projects and positions.
– Locate the El-CVR-EPRR project and click on the “Apply” button beneath the relevant offer to view its details and job description.
Step 6: Complete and Submit Your Application
After reviewing the job offer:
– Click on the “Continue” button at the top or bottom of the page.
– Complete the application form on the next page.
– Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled in.
– Click on the “Apply” button at the bottom of the page to proceed.
Step 7: Review and Finalise Submission
Review all the information provided to ensure that it is accurate and complete. Confirm your details and finalise the submission using the appropriate submission button.
Step 8: Confirm Your Application
You will receive an email containing a receipt confirming that your application has been successfully submitted.
Print the receipt and attach a copy to the envelope containing your physical application file.
Submit the physical file to the Regional Agency of the National Institute of Statistics in your place of residence.
The physical file must contain all the required documents, except for the birth certificate bearing the CNPS designation or the insured person’s affiliation statement. These documents must instead be brought to the training venue.
6. TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND IMPORTANT NOTES
6.1. Assistance with Online Registration
Applicants experiencing difficulties registering on the platform may send WhatsApp text messages to the following numbers during business hours, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
For French speakers:
– 699 540 117
– 658 138 595
– 656 216 234
– 699 89 79 31
For English speakers:
– 696 91 16 81
6.2. Important Notice
Any incomplete application will be rejected outright.
Applicants should ensure that all required documents are prepared, uploaded, and submitted correctly before the deadline.
7. APPLICATION DEADLINE
October 30, 2026
Application portal: https://candidate.ins-cameroun.cm/
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
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