Administrative Aide

About the role

Learning Aid Network (LAN), a Cameroonian civil society organization working to eliminate poverty through education and skills development, is hiring a full-time, on-site Administrative Aide in Yaoundé. The role supports the daily operations of LAN's programs and office, working closely with team members and serving both internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Manage front-desk duties, including answering phone calls and inquiries, welcoming visitors and directing them to the right staff or services.
• Perform clerical tasks such as filing, data entry, scheduling meetings, preparing documents and maintaining records.
• Support executive and program staff with calendar management, logistics coordination and internal communication.

Required profile

• Secondary school diploma required; post-secondary training in administration, management or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in non-profit, educational or community-focused settings is an advantage.
• Demonstrated reliability, discretion with sensitive information and a commitment to LAN's mission and values.

Required skills

• Strong administrative assistance and clerical skills to manage office workflow, documents and records.
• Executive administrative assistance experience, including scheduling, correspondence and logistics.
• Proficiency with office software (word processing, spreadsheets, email) and basic data entry and record keeping.
• Professional phone etiquette and clear communication.
• Organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.