Embassy of the Republic of Korea is looking for an Ambassador's assistant
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Yaoundé is seeking a competent and dynamic individual to serve as an Ambassador's Assistant. This position is based in Yaoundé, Cameroon.
Candidate Profile:
The candidate: should be a quick learner with a short ramp-up time; possess the ability to thrive in a high-intensity, fast-paced, and cross-cultural environment, and provide practical solutions to complex problems; have an advanced command of written and spoken English and French, as well as Office Applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint). Priority shall be given to candidates with substantial professional experience in this role.
• Expected Salary: Approximately 280,000 XAF or more
• Duties of an Ambassador's Assistant:
- Assisting: the Ambassador
- Writing: and editing the Ambassador's letters and public remarks
- Writing: news reviews
- Organization: of work plans, meetings, and travel
- External: and internal translation and interpretation
- Documentation: services and agenda management
- Mastery: of procedures within Yaoundé city's institutions
Essential Requirement:
A person: holding a university degree or about to obtain a degree in Bilingual Letters, English, Translation, Communication, or any related field (minimum Bac+3 equivalent).
Preferential Condition:
A person: residing close to the Korean Embassy or at least in Yaoundé
Application Process:
Requirements:
• a letter of interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• a copy of the ID card (CNI)
• academic transcript
• one passport-size photograph file
• (if possible) at least two references (personal and/or professional)
How to Submit the Application and Requirements?
• Submit: in person or by parcel to the address below
• Submit: by email to cameroun@mofa.or.kr
Email title (subject line) must be: "Ambassador's assistant application (Name)"
Example: "Ambassador's assistant application (Sarah Kim)"
NB:
• If the email subject line differs from the above, the application may not be accepted.
• Attach: all the above-mentioned documents in one single email
• If one person sends 2 or more emails, the applications may not be accepted.
Those interested in this position may apply by submitting all the requirements below on or before the date: May 26, 2026.
Kindly forward all application materials to:
Chief Administrative Officer
Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Cameroon
P.O. Box 13286 Yaoundé – Cameroon
Tel: (+237) 222203891, 222204127
E-mail: cameroun@mofa.or.kr