Deadline: November 21, 2026
Applications for the European Union Youth Sounding Board Cameroon (YSB) 2026-2028 are now open. The Youth Sounding Board Cameroon (YSB) is a youth advisory structure composed of a group of 25 young people selected to engage in dialogue on youth-related issues and provide a youth perspective on policies, projects, and processes implemented by the European Union Delegation to Cameroon.
Through its contributions, the YSB helps improve the relevance and effectiveness of EU engagement with young people in Cameroon. The European Union Delegation to Cameroon is recruiting 25 young people to form the second cohort of the Cameroon Youth Sounding Board (YSB). This second cohort will serve from 2026 to 2028.
Eligibility
- Be a Cameroonian citizen residing in Cameroon
- Be between the age of (18 to 35) at the end of the application period.
- Accept to participate in at least three or more YSB plenary meetings per year, both in person in Yaoundé or other locations and virtually.
- Have a good command of both English and French (written and spoken), enabling you to actively engage in discussions with your peers. Note that language proficiency will be assessed during the bootcamp.
- Have basic digital skills (e.g. able to use a smart phone, laptop or computer; ability to use social media and collaborative work tools such as Google package.
All candidates will be treated fairly, equitably, and efficiently, with respect and courtesy, aiming to ensure that the candidate’s experience is positive, irrespective of the outcome.
Evaluation Criteria
All applications will be assessed according to the following criteria:
Area 1: Motivation (30 %)
- Motivation and Personal Growth
- Availability and Time Commitment
Area 2: Engagement (30%)
- Commitment to Youth Advocacy and Civic Engagement
- References and Testimonials
Area 3: Contribution (40 %)
- Diversity and Inclusivity
- Experience, competencies and interest in a relevant sector
- Soft skills and organisational skills
- Leadership and Initiative
- Communication Skills
- Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Creativity and Innovation
- Organisational skills
- Adherence to Code of Conduct and Confidentiality
Application
For more information, visit EU YSB.
