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Job Description

Reporting to the General Manager (GM), the position of Executive Assistant to the GM goes beyond standard administrative support. Acting as the GM’s operational right hand, the Executive Assistant ensures the effective implementation of the GM’s strategic direction, monitors the execution of instructions and decisions, oversees administrative coordination, and ensures the smooth running of the company. When necessary, the Executive Assistant also effectively represents the General Manager and the company to partners, clients, government authorities, and other external stakeholders. NOTE: - Application Requirements: Ideal age: 30 years or older - Application Package 1. A cover letter; 2. A detailed, up-to-date CV; 3. Copies of academic degrees and training certificates; 4. Employment certificates or work references; 5. A copy of your national ID card (CNI); 6. Two professional references, if available. Location: Douala, Cameroon. Application deadline: October 30, 2026. How to apply: Please send your application package to the following email address: recrutement.cameroun@arekogroup.com Please specify the job title in the subject line of your email.

Responsibilities

• 1. Implement the directives of the General Manager (CEO/Managing Director).
• 2. Translate the General Manager’s strategic directives into concrete actions.
• 3. Coordinate their implementation with the relevant managers.
• 4. Monitor deadlines, results, and deliverables.
• 5. Identify challenges and propose solutions.
• 6. Provide regular reporting to the General Manager.
• 7. Ensure follow-up on the General Manager’s instructions and decisions.
• Establish and maintain a tracking dashboard for decisions made by the General Management:
• Decision → Person in charge → Action → Deadline → Result → Variance → Corrective action
• The objective is to ensure that every decision made is effectively executed and that feedback is provided to the General Management.
• 1. Coordinate company administration.
• 2. Organize and streamline administrative operations.
• 3. Participate in the structuring of departments.
• 4. Formalize, implement, and ensure adherence to internal procedures.
• 5. Organize reporting processes for staff members.
• 6. Identify operational inefficiencies and propose improvements.
• 7. Participate in financial management.
• 8. Monitor revenue and expenses, and assist in cash flow management.
• 9. Track invoices, payments, and financial commitments.
• 10. Verify supporting documentation.
• 11. Prepare and utilize financial dashboards.
• 12. Collaborate effectively with the accountant and operational managers.
• 13. Contribute to business development.
• 14. Monitor sales targets and oversee dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• 15. Track prospects, clients, and active files/accounts.
• 16. Ensure follow-ups are conducted and business opportunities are pursued.
• 17. Identify growth opportunities and contribute to improving commercial performance. 18. Representing the CEO and the Company
• As required, represent the CEO in dealings with clients and partners, government authorities and institutions, suppliers and service providers, professional organizations, and any other stakeholders designated by the CEO.
• In this capacity, an impeccable professional appearance, strong verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal abilities, tact, and the capacity to represent the company’s image with dignity are essential assets. In certain circumstances, the successful candidate will serve as the face of the company and an operational extension of the executive leadership.

Qualifications

• 1. Implement the directives of the General Manager (CEO/Managing Director).
• 2. Translate the General Manager’s strategic directives into concrete actions.
• 3. Coordinate their implementation with the relevant managers.
• 4. Monitor deadlines, results, and deliverables.
• 5. Identify challenges and propose solutions.
• 6. Provide regular reporting to the General Manager.
• 7. Ensure follow-up on the General Manager’s instructions and decisions.
• Establish and maintain a tracking dashboard for decisions made by the General Management:
• Decision → Person in charge → Action → Deadline → Result → Variance → Corrective action
• The objective is to ensure that every decision made is effectively executed and that feedback is provided to the General Management.
• 1. Coordinate company administration.
• 2. Organize and streamline administrative operations.
• 3. Participate in the structuring of departments.
• 4. Formalize, implement, and ensure adherence to internal procedures.
• 5. Organize reporting processes for staff members.
• 6. Identify operational inefficiencies and propose improvements.
• 7. Participate in financial management.
• 8. Monitor revenue and expenses, and assist in cash flow management.
• 9. Track invoices, payments, and financial commitments.
• 10. Verify supporting documentation.
• 11. Prepare and utilize financial dashboards.
• 12. Collaborate effectively with the accountant and operational managers.
• 13. Contribute to business development.
• 14. Monitor sales targets and oversee dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• 15. Track prospects, clients, and active files/accounts.
• 16. Ensure follow-ups are conducted and business opportunities are pursued.
• 17. Identify growth opportunities and contribute to improving commercial performance. 18. Representing the CEO and the Company
• As required, represent the CEO in dealings with clients and partners, government authorities and institutions, suppliers and service providers, professional organizations, and any other stakeholders designated by the CEO.
• In this capacity, an impeccable professional appearance, strong verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal abilities, tact, and the capacity to represent the company’s image with dignity are essential assets. In certain circumstances, the successful candidate will serve as the face of the company and an operational extension of the executive leadership.