Skills in demand
What employers write in their job ads: the know-how, diplomas and experience they expect.
Data updated on 26 October 2026 at 22:23 (Cotonou time)
The most requested know-how, tools and languages
What can be learned or proven. Click a skill to see the jobs that ask for it.
- Web development14 % · 1 job in 7
- Inventory and logistics13 % · 1 job in 8
- Accounting (SYSCOHADA)8.9 % · 1 job in 11
- ERP (SAP, Oracle…)8.9 % · 1 job in 11
- Python7.1 % · 1 job in 14
- Audit and internal control5.4 % · 1 job in 19
- Project management3.6 % · 1 job in 28
- Taxation3.6 % · 1 job in 28
- HR and payroll1.8 % · 1 job in 56
- English1.8 % · 1 job in 56
- Prospecting and sales1.8 % · 1 job in 56
- Driving licence1.8 % · 1 job in 56
The most cited personal qualities
Cited by many jobs whatever the occupation: they matter, but distinguish little.
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Digital tools
- Web development14 %
- ERP (SAP, Oracle…)8.9 %
- Python7.1 %
- Excel1.8 %
- GIS (ArcGIS, QGIS)1.8 %
- SQL and databases1.8 %
Professional knowledge
- Project management3.6 %
- Taxation3.6 %
- HR and payroll1.8 %
- Marketing1.8 %
- Report writing1.8 %
- Procurement1.8 %
- Mechanics1.8 %
- Customer service1.8 %
Languages
- English1.8 %
Transversal skills
- Communication11 %
Licences
- Driving licence1.8 %
24 jobs cite no skill from the lexicon.
Education and experience required
The required level is the lowest the employer accepts. “Any level”: all are accepted. “Not specified”: the ad says nothing.
Education level required
- Not specified100 %
Experience required
- Not specified100 %
Fields of study cited
56 jobs cite no field of study.