Umalusi: Receptionist

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Job Position : Receptionist

Location: Pretoria

Closing Date: 02 September 2026

Reference No: UM-113

Duties And Responsibilities

  • Answer calls, screen and transfer calls to the relevant unit/person.
  • Take and relay messages
  • Provide information to callers
  • Resolve telephonic queries where possible
  • Deal with queries from the public and stakeholders
  • Receive walk-in visitors and clients
  • Confirm reason for visit and call relevant employee to accompany person to the venue/office
  • Receive mail and parcels, sign for receipt if applicable
  • Liaise with Records Unit and relevant employees regarding the collection of parcels at the reception
  • Develop the weekly reports
  • Assist the Housekeeper with printing of meeting schedules
  • Ensure that the reception area is kept clean and tidy
  • Assist the Public Relations and Communication unit with other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

  • National Certificate (Vocational), National Senior Certificate, Senior Certificate or equivalent National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 4 qualification
  • At least one year of relevant experience as a receptionist or as a call centre agent is advantageous
  • Customer service or call centre related qualification is advantageous

Skills And Competencies

  • Strong computer skills
  • Knowledge of Batho Pele principles and practices of basic office management
  • Telephone etiquette
  • Ability to manage the telephone/calling system
  • Experience in working on a switchboard
  • Knowledge of education and training environment and NQF Levels.

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