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Job Description

As part of the expansion of its team, the NGO DEMTOU HUMANITAIRE is seeking a Human Resources Assistant for its Yaoundé office. ABOUT DEMTOU DEMTOU HUMANITAIRE is a non-profit humanitarian organization that operates without any form of discrimination. Its objective is to provide assistance to people affected by crises and to facilitate sustainable community development. Its mission is to strive for a better humanity across seven sectors of activity: Health, Nutrition, Early Recovery, Social Cohesion, Food Security, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), and Protection. The NGO is currently active in five regions of Cameroon, with its headquarters in Yaoundé, two operational offices (Kousseri and Buea), two liaison offices (Maroua and Douala), and two joint offices in the North-West and West regions of Cameroon. NOTE: Benefits: Candidates who meet the criteria and are interested in this position are invited to submit their application—marked with the reference "ASSIST RH"—via email to demtourecruitment@gmail.com. Alternatively, physical applications may be dropped off at the headquarters in Yaoundé (located past the Coccinelle school in Mbankolo, near the Biwole pharmacy). (Phone: 650 90 50 55). The deadline for submission is October 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM (strict deadline). - Application Documents » Cover letter » Curriculum Vitae (CV) - Application Instructions 1. A cover letter addressed to the Founding President of DEMTOU HUMANITAIRE. 2. An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV). 3. Three (3) professional references, including their contact details (phone number and email address).

Responsibilities

• 1. Supporting managers in defining the profiles to be recruited.
• 2. Drafting job descriptions.
• 3. Posting job advertisements on specialized websites, social media, etc.
• 4. Receiving and screening applications.
• 5. Conducting recruitment interviews and supporting managers throughout the interview and decision-making process.
• 6. Onboarding new hires: handling administrative tasks, managing equipment, providing welcome handbooks, etc.
• 7. Preparing employment contracts and ensuring they are signed by incoming employees.
• 8. Managing the offboarding process for departing employees: handling administrative tasks, legal declarations, etc.
• 9. Assisting in the development and validation of the company’s skills development plan.
• 10. Supporting managers in selecting training programs and training providers.
• 11. Managing the administrative aspects of purchasing and funding employee training; organizing elections for employee representative bodies.
• 12. Scheduling meetings with elected employee representatives.
• 13. Attending meetings with elected employee representatives.

Qualifications

• A- Professional Experience:
• 1. At least one year of experience in a similar role.
• 2. Experience within an NGO would be an asset.
• 3. Experience in hierarchical and functional management.
• B- Specific Knowledge and Skills:
• - Operational Development and Efficiency
• 1. Ability to manage and execute HR transactions and processes.
• 2. Ability to extract, interpret, and analyze data, and to solve problems.
• 3. Ability to supervise and train support staff.
• 4. Ability to handle confidential tasks and manage a high volume of work.
• 5. Sound knowledge of HR rules and regulations.
• 6. Excellent computer literacy.
• 7. Ability to contribute to the reorganization of work procedures and the implementation of new systems.
• - Management and Leadership
• 1. Results-oriented.
• 2. Approaches work with dynamism and a positive, constructive attitude.
• 3. Remains calm, composed, and good-humored, even when under pressure.
• 4. Demonstrates openness to change.
• 5. Responds positively to feedback and differing points of view.
• - Additional qualities:
• 1. Rigor,
• 2. Strong interpersonal skills, including in an intercultural environment,
• 3. Patience and diplomacy,
• 4. Autonomy and adaptability,
• 5. Strong writing skills,
• 6. Managerial and organizational skills.
• - Behavioral competencies:
• 1. Ability to be organized and methodical,
• 2. Ability to maintain confidentiality,
• 3. Ability to manage stress and remain responsive,
• 4. Ability to take initiative and set priorities,
• 5. Ability to navigate precarious security situations, political tensions, and pressures that may arise between partners,
• 6. Ability to delegate.