Administrative Assistant

About the Foundation

The Mercy Azoh-Mbi Heart Foundation is a charitable organization founded in Canada in 2018, with offices in Montreal (Canada), Yaounde (Cameroon), and soon in Pretoria (South Africa).

The Foundation is looking for a responsible Administrative Assistant to support management and oversee the Foundation’s general administrative activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support to the country manager, the CEO, and the Foundation’s offices
• Provide support to healthcare professionals in program delivery
• Handle general office tasks and administrative duties
• Manage the Foundation’s CRM system
• Maintain up-to-date donor and stakeholder records
• Answer and direct phone calls
• Organize and schedule appointments
• Plan meetings and take detailed minutes
• Write and distribute correspondence, memos, and emails
• Assist in preparing scheduled reports
• Serve as the first point of contact for clients

Other Responsibilities

• Update the Foundation’s website as required
• Manage the Foundation’s social media platforms

Requirements & Skills

• Proven experience as a secretary or administrative assistant
• Comfortable with the Internet, social media, and website tools
• Ability to quickly master new software
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent time management and ability to prioritize
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent communication skills in English and French
• A Bachelor’s degree is an asset