Professionalising public procurement: a training-of-trainers programme in public procurement launched in Yaoundé
Strengthening public procurement capacities on a sustainable basis
A training-of-trainers programme focusing on the development of pedagogical tools and the strengthening of skills in public procurement is currently taking place in Yaoundé, Cameroon, and will run until 6 March 2026. The programme brings together 35 participants from institutions involved in public procurement and forms part of a structured approach aimed at sustainably professionalising practices and supporting knowledge transfer within public administrations.
This initiative is aligned with the national strategy for the professionalisation of the public procurement sector, led by the Public Procurement Regulatory Agency (ARMP), with the support of the African Development Bank (AfDB) through the Public Finance Governance Support Project (PAGFIP). Its objective is to sustainably structure competencies and enhance the effectiveness of public procurement management practices.
International expertise in support of training
The programme is delivered by SETYM International, using an approach focused on skills transfer, the standardisation of pedagogical tools, and the establishment of a national pool of qualified trainers capable of delivering standardised training to public procurement practitioners.
The opening of the programme was marked by the presence of Mr Larbi BENNOUNA, President and Chief Executive Officer of SETYM International, highlighting the organisation’s commitment to working alongside Cameroonian authorities and their partners in strengthening institutional capacities.
Consultants mobilised for a lasting impact
The delivery of this training programme is supported by the expertise and commitment of SETYM International’s consultants Jean-Claude PIERI, Thierno Ousmane SY and Modeste YAMEOGO, whom we thank for the quality of their support and their active contribution to the successful implementation of this session.
Beyond the training itself, this initiative forms part of a long-term vision aimed at structuring knowledge transfer, strengthening institutional capacities and supporting the ongoing professionalisation of public procurement in Cameroon.
SETYM International’s commitment is part of a sustainable approach to supporting public institutions, focused on capacity building and the professionalisation of practices. By investing in the training of trainers and the development of appropriate pedagogical tools, this approach helps to structure knowledge transfer and support more effective and transparent public procurement management.
This initiative has also received coverage in Cameroon Tribune, the national daily newspaper of reference, through the publication of the official communiqué issued by the Public Procurement Regulatory Agency (ARMP). This coverage highlights the importance attached to this training-of-trainers programme, as well as the role of SETYM International in supporting Cameroonian institutions in the professionalisation of public procurement. It reflects the institutional significance of this initiative and its contribution to the sustainable strengthening of capacities within the public procurement sector in Cameroon.
Joseph NGO, Director General of the Public Procurement Regulatory Agency (ARMP), authored this communiqué published in the Cameroon Tribune on 19 January:
Professionalising the public contracts sector
” In line with the national strategy to build capacity in the public contracts sector and in accordance with its Strategic Performance Plan for 2030, the Public Contracts Regulatory Agency (ARMP), which oversees and facilitates the system, has initiated a comprehensive public contracts training and certification programme.
The first certification training session, designed for around 30 trainers, is scheduled to take place from 19 January to 6 March 2026 in Yaoundé. This initiative is supported by the African Development Bank (AfDB) through the Public Finance Governance Support Project (PAGFIP).
Facilitated by SETYM International and utilising the innovative e-learning platform provided by the PRIDESOFT system, this training is integral to the overarching strategy to professionalise the skills chain across all stages of the public contracts management cycle. The programme aims to develop standardised training tools and build a national pool of accredited trainers dedicated to delivering consistent and effective training to public contracts stakeholders.”
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