Support Measures for Job Seekers
The National Employment Fund provides you with a range of support measures to facilitate your professional integration. All our services are 100% free.
7 measures at your service
7 ways FNE supports you
FNE Registration
Mandatory first step — free of charge
To benefit from FNE services, you must first register in our database at the FNE agency corresponding to your place of residence.
Required documents
- 1 photocopy of your highest degree
- 1 photocopy of your National ID Card
- 1 Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- 2 passport-size photos (4×4)
- Photocopies of work certificates (if applicable)
Good to know
- Our services are 100% FREE
- 17 FNE agencies throughout Cameroon
- Online registration available on this site
Matching with employers
Employment advisors + job posting
Role of Employment Advisors
- Reception, information and personalized guidance
- Guidance toward wage or independent employment based on your profile
- Pre-screening applications based on employer criteria
- Matching skills with available job offers
Information room & resources
- Updated available job offers
- Information on professions and training
- National newspapers and specialized publications
- Sectoral labor market studies
The job interview
Practical tips for success
The job interview is an exchange that gives the candidate an opportunity to express themselves, sell their skills, understand the company and its needs. It's the ultimate opportunity to convince and land the job.
Before the interview
- Research the company (activity, values)
- Know your CV and prepare concrete examples
- Pay attention to your attire
- Plan to arrive 10–15 min early
- Bring a notepad and pen
During the interview
- Introduce yourself and wait to be invited to sit
- Be natural, sincere and positive
- Listen carefully and answer precisely
- Support your answers with concrete examples
- Ask questions about the company and role
After the interview
- Debrief your interview performance
- Note points to improve for next time
- Follow up with the company if you hear nothing
Frequently asked interview questions
Your personality
- Tell us about yourself
- What are your strengths?
- Tell us about an experience
Your education
- Your favorite subjects?
- Do you speak other languages?
- Do you plan to continue studying?
Your motivations
- What do you know about our company?
- What attracts you to this position?
- How do you see your career?
Vocational training
Formal or on-the-job — targeted and qualifying
Regardless of their level, any job seeker can benefit from qualifying training targeted at a profession sought by employers or enabling self-employment.
Formal training
Training programs designed by FNE based on labor market analysis. May be initiated at an employer's request to prepare the recruitment of a job seeker needing additional training.
On-the-job training
Learning a trade allowing candidates to acquire professional qualification and move toward wage or independent employment. Done in partnership with Vocational Training Centers, consultancies and volunteer companies.
General admission conditions
Project financing
Self-employment and micro-enterprise
Any job seeker drawn to independent activity, with real entrepreneurial abilities and a good project can receive FNE assistance (feasibility studies, training, financing, advice, follow-up).
Eligibility conditions for financing
Eligible sectors
- Production activities
- Service provision
- Distribution activities
Excluded sectors
- Import and direct product sales
- Transport activities
- Cultural activities
Self-employment (1 job — yours)
Micro-enterprise (≥ 2 direct jobs)
File processing procedure
Employment development programmes and tools
All FNE mechanisms at your service
FNE has established various employment development programs and tools to meet the specific needs of job seekers and project promoters.
To learn more about each of these programs and check your eligibility, contact the FNE agency closest to you or visit the Programmes section on the national website. View programmes →
How to start your own business?
An 8-step canvas proposed by FNE
Your business will depend first on you, then on the activity, and finally on the environment. Follow this canvas to validate each dimension.
Define your idea in detail: type of activity, products/services, location and target market.
Does this activity require special skills? If yes, do you have them? If not, train before starting.
Who are your customers? Who are your competitors? What prices do they charge? What will your revenue be?
List the equipment, facilities, startup funds and permits required.
Inventory your available resources, then list what is missing.
Search for financing, partners or associates. Always plan to contribute your own funds.
Analyze expenses, estimate revenues. Does the profit cover your needs? If yes, continue!
Do exactly what you planned. If major unforeseen events arise, seek new resources before starting.
In all cases, carry out or commission a complete feasibility study of your project before starting. FNE advisors can support you throughout this process.
Ready to benefit from FNE support?
Start by creating your online file or visit one of our 17 FNE agencies across Cameroon. Our advisors will welcome you and guide you free of charge.