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Jacques Arthur NONGA NONGA

Douala, Cameroon

Summary

Generalist engineer and project manager with over 7 years of experience in complex energy infrastructure projects with social and environmental impact. Passionate about sustainable development and strategic planning, I have led renewable energy initiatives and infrastructure modernization programs, contributing to energy access and local capacity building. I aim to leverage my technical and leadership skills in the service of international development.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

ENEO Cameroon – Energy Production, Distribution, and Commercialization
2024.12 - Current

Led full project lifecycle of large-scale energy infrastructure projects; coordinated stakeholders and supervised technical teams ensuring compliance with budget, schedule, risks, and quality.

Key Achievements:

  • Renovated 15/90KV substation at Edéa I Hydropower Plant, enhancing reliability.
  • Oversaw redeployment of LFO tanks in thermal plants, including containment structures, improving operational safety and sustainability.

Civil Engineer

ENEO Cameroon
2020.07 - 2024.12

Conducted technical studies, design, and supervision of energy infrastructure; gradually assumed project management responsibilities.

Key Achievements:

  • Monitored 30+ civil works projects under Songloulou Amendment No.3 (~2B CFA), improving efficiency and infrastructure performance.
  • Feasibility and cost-benefit analyses of solar projects in Northern Cameroon, reducing GHG emissions and generating financial gains (~10M CFA).
  • Supervised civil works for Maroua 15 MW photovoltaic plant (31 ha), increasing clean energy access.
  • Managed 110kV circuit breakers & disconnectors at Lagdo Hydropower Plant, extending asset lifespan and reliability.

Assistant Project Manager

ENEO Cameroon
2018.05 - 2020.07

Prepared terms of reference and bidding documents; supported project implementation as engineer or deputy manager.

Key Achievements:

  • Led Bertoua Thermal Power Plant expansion (+5 MW), ensuring stakeholder engagement for politically sensitive project.
  • Contributed to Songloulou Hydropower Plant (384 MW) three-year rehabilitation, managing high-risk technical works (underwater welding, confined space, anchoring, hot works), extending plant life by more than 10 years.

Trainee Engineer – Construction Supervision

SOGEA SATOM Cameroon
2014.11 - 2017.07

Participated in large-scale public works projects; supported quality monitoring, technical analyses, and cost estimation.

Key Achievements:

  • Performance review of Douala West Access Project (13 km + interchange) with actionable recommendations.

Gained hands-on experience in cost estimation, financial analysis, and contract management

Education

Master of Science - General Engineering

CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL AFRICA – UCAC-ICAM
Douala, Cameroon
2017-07

Higher Technician Diploma - Industrial Maintenance

CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL AFRICA – UCAC-ICAM,
Pointe-Noire, Congo Brazzaville
2014-06

Skills

  • IT: Microsoft Office Suite, ERP (SAP, Maximo), AutoCAD
  • Cross-cutting: Project management, Leadership, Strategic analysis, Stakeholder engagement, Development impact orientation, Adaptability, Organization, Negotiation, Initiative

Certification

  • Centrale Supélec EXCEED – Project Management in the Digital Age (Online | Oct 2022 – May 2023)
  • Full project lifecycle: initiation, planning, execution, closure; skills in risk management, change management, agile and predictive governance, communication, negotiation, and resource management

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Additional Information

  • Organized solidarity initiatives (orphanage donations, academic support programs), contributing to educational equality (Jan 2016 – Jun 2017)
  • Vice President, ASSJ (Samedi Joga Association): Promoted youth inclusion and social cohesion through sports (Feb 2023 – Feb 2025)
  • Interests: Football, fitness, personal development, cinema

Timeline

Project Manager

ENEO Cameroon – Energy Production, Distribution, and Commercialization
2024.12 - Current

Civil Engineer

ENEO Cameroon
2020.07 - 2024.12

Assistant Project Manager

ENEO Cameroon
2018.05 - 2020.07

Trainee Engineer – Construction Supervision

SOGEA SATOM Cameroon
2014.11 - 2017.07

Master of Science - General Engineering

CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL AFRICA – UCAC-ICAM

Higher Technician Diploma - Industrial Maintenance

CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL AFRICA – UCAC-ICAM,
Jacques Arthur NONGA NONGA