ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

INTERN

Bilingual English & French | Douala, Bonaberi
Position: Administrative Assistant Intern
Location: Bonaberi, Douala, Cameroon
Duration: 3 Months
Compensation: 70,000 – 100,000 XAF per month
Employment Opportunity: Possibility of transition to a full-time position based on
performance and organizational needs. ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for an active, highly organized, bilingual and tech-savvy
Administrative Assistant Intern who is eager to learn, take initiative and contribute
to the smooth running of daily administrative operations. The ideal candidate should be highly proficient in both English and French, comfortable working with digital tools, able to communicate professionally with
different stakeholders, and willing to learn new systems and processes quickly. This is an opportunity for a motivated individual to gain practical experience in
administration, customer communication, documentation, digital tools and office
operations, with the potential to continue into a full-time role after the 3-month
internship. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
 Supporting daily administrative and office operations to ensure efficient
workflow.  Preparing, organizing, formatting and maintaining administrative documents, reports, correspondence and records.  Managing physical and digital filing systems and ensuring documents are
properly stored and easily retrievable.  Receiving and responding to phone calls, emails, messages and visitors in a
professional manner.  Communicating effectively with clients, partners, suppliers and other
stakeholders in English and French.  Assisting with scheduling meetings, appointments and other organizational
activities.  Preparing meeting agendas, taking minutes and following up on assigned action
points where required.  Entering, updating, organizing and maintaining information in spreadsheets, databases and digital systems.  Supporting data collection, basic reporting and administrative analysis.

 Assisting with procurement, inventory tracking, office supplies and other
operational requirements.  Supporting the preparation and submission of routine administrative reports.  Assisting management and team members with research, correspondence and
other administrative assignments.  Using digital platforms to support communication, coordination, documentation
and workflow management.  Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive administrative information
responsibly.  Identifying administrative challenges and proposing practical solutions.  Learning and adapting to new software, systems, procedures and organizational
processes. TECHNICAL TOOLS & DIGITAL
COMPETENCIES
The successful candidate should have strong practical knowledge of common office
and digital productivity tools, including:
 Microsoft Word – document creation, formatting and professional
correspondence
 Microsoft Excel – data entry, spreadsheets, basic formulas, sorting, filtering and
reporting
 Microsoft PowerPoint – presentations and professional slide preparation
 Microsoft Outlook – email and calendar management
 Google Workspace – Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Drive and
Google Calendar
 Microsoft Teams / Zoom / Google Meet – virtual meetings and communication
 PDF tools – document conversion, editing, merging and organization
 Cloud storage and file management
 Online research and information management
 Digital communication and collaboration platforms
 Ability to quickly learn and use new software and digital tools
Preferred Additional Digital Skills
Knowledge of any of the following will be an advantage:
 Canva
 CRM systems
 Accounting or invoicing software
 HR/Admin management systems
 Project management platforms
 Social media/business communication tools
 AI productivity tools such as ChatGPT and other workplace AI applications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

 Bachelor's degree, HND, Higher National Diploma or equivalent qualification in
Business Administration, Management, Office Administration, Accounting, Human Resources, Marketing, Communication, or a related field.  Excellent written and spoken English and French.  Strong computer literacy and confidence using digital tools.  Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace.  Strong organizational and time-management skills.  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively within a team.  Strong attention to detail and accuracy.  Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.  Professional attitude, reliability and willingness to take responsibility. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES WE ARE LOOKING
FOR
We are particularly interested in candidates who are:
 Active and energetic
 Eager to learn and develop professionally
 Proactive rather than waiting to be told what to do
 Curious about technology and digital tools
 Organized and detail-oriented
 Professional and respectful
 Fast learners
 Problem-solvers
 Adaptable and flexible
 Good communicators
 Comfortable interacting with different types of people
 Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
 Willing to receive feedback and continuously improve
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN
During the internship, you will gain practical exposure to:
 Office and administrative management
 Professional communication
 Bilingual client and stakeholder engagement
 Digital workplace tools
 Data and document management
 Business operations
 Reporting and record keeping
 Team coordination
 Professional workplace standards
 Problem-solving and decision-making
COMPENSATION & CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Monthly Compensation: 70,000 – 100,000 XAF
Internship Duration: 3 Months
High-performing interns may be considered for continuation into a full-time
position following successful completion of the internship, based on demonstrated
performance, skills, attitude and organizational requirements. LOCATION: Bonaberi, Douala, Cameroon
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit their CV and a brief application/motivation
letter highlighting their bilingual communication skills, digital competencies, willingness to learn and suitability for the position. Only candidates who meet the requirements and demonstrate strong potential
will be shortlisted. Kindly Send your applications (CV and other documents attached) to
gileadcareerconsult@gmail.com
Whatsapp for any inquiries: +237653810774
Kindly follow the CV standard to draft before applying so it will ease our decision
making:
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NB: You are not paying for a job, this is strictly for shortlisting and only those
shortlisted will be sheduled for the onsite interview at the various offices.