Executive Assistant to the CEO (M/F)
Douala - Cameroun, Littoral, Cameroon
Full Time
Job Description
DESCRIPTION:
AURE RH Recruitment Services Sarl, a member of the AREKO GROUP, is recruiting an Executive Assistant to the CEO for a group active in real estate, construction (BTP), consulting, training, communications, and services.
Job Title: Executive Assistant to the CEO (M/F)
ROLE CONTEXT AND PURPOSE
Reporting to the CEO, this position goes beyond standard administrative support.
Acting as the CEO’s operational right hand, the Executive Assistant ensures the effective implementation of the CEO's strategic direction and the follow-up of instructions and decisions, while overseeing administrative coordination and the smooth operation of the company. When necessary, the incumbent also effectively represents the CEO and the company in dealings with partners, clients, government authorities, and other stakeholders.
Application Instructions:
» Ideal age: 30 years or older
APPLICATION PACKAGE
1. Cover letter;
2. Detailed and up-to-date CV;
3. Copies of diplomas and training certificates;
4. Employment certificates or proof of past employment;
5. Copy of National ID Card (CNI);
6. Two professional references, if available.
Location: Douala, Cameroon.
- Application deadline: October 30, 2026
- How to apply:
Send your application package to the email address: recrutement.cameroun@arekogroup.com
Please specify the job title in the subject line of your email.
Responsibilities
- CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- 1. Implement the Director General’s directives
- 2. Translate the Director General’s strategic direction into concrete actions;
- 3. Coordinate implementation with the relevant managers;
- 4. Monitor deadlines, results, and deliverables;
- 5. Identify challenges and propose solutions;
- 6. Provide regular reporting to the Director General;
- 7. Track the Director General’s instructions and decisions.
- Establish and maintain a tracking dashboard for decisions made by Executive Management:
- Decision → Person Responsible → Action → Deadline → Result → Variance → Corrective Action
- The goal is to ensure that every decision is effectively executed and reported back to Executive Management.
- 1. Coordinate company administration
- 2. Organize and streamline administrative operations;
- 3. Participate in structuring departments;
- 4. Formalize, implement, and ensure adherence to internal procedures;
- 5. Coordinate reporting from various staff members;
- 6. Identify operational issues and propose improvements.
- 7. Participate in financial management
- 8. Monitor revenue and expenses and assist with cash flow management;
- 9. Track invoices, payments, and financial commitments;
- 10. Verify supporting documentation;
- 11. Prepare and analyze financial dashboards;
- 12. Work effectively with the accountant and operational managers.
- 13. Contribute to business development
- 14. Monitor sales targets and track dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs);
- 15. Manage prospects, clients, and accounts;
- 16. Ensure timely follow-ups and the processing of business opportunities;
- 17. Identify growth opportunities and contribute to improving sales performance. 18. Representing the CEO and the company
- As required, represent the CEO in dealings with clients and partners, government bodies and institutions, suppliers and service providers, professional organizations, and any other stakeholders designated by the CEO.
- In this capacity, an excellent professional appearance, articulate speech, strong interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and the ability to uphold the company’s image with dignity are key assets. In certain situations, the candidate will serve as the face of the company and an operational extension of Executive Management.
Qualifications
- - Technical Skills
- 1. Solid background in accounting and finance;
- 2. Good knowledge of human resources management;
- 3. Proficiency in digital tools: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and collaborative software;
- 4. Effective use of artificial intelligence (AI) for research, analysis, drafting, reporting, and process improvement;
- 5. Excellent writing and organizational skills;
- 6. Broad general knowledge and a good understanding of economic, social, and political issues in Cameroon, Africa, and the international arena;
- 7. Ability to analyze the environment, anticipate trends, and provide timely, relevant alerts to management.
- - Personal Qualities
- Proactive • Rigorous • Cultured • Curious • Organized • Responsive • Discreet • Loyal • Diplomatic • Autonomous • Results-oriented • Proactive in making proposals.
- - Expected operating principle:
- UNDERSTAND → ANTICIPATE → PROPOSE → ACT → MONITOR → MEASURE → REPORT → IMPROVE
- PARTICULARLY VALUED ASSETS
- 1. Excellent professional presentation and ease in institutional and professional interactions;
- 2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in French;
- 3. Proficiency in professional English;
- 4. Category B driver’s license;
- 5. Experience in an executive assistant, coordination, administrative, or management role;
- 6. Experience in an entrepreneurial or multi-sector environment;
- 7. Strong command of AI tools and the ability to integrate them into daily work.