The
Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank commonly known as the
PTA Bank, is the financial arm of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern
Africa (COMESA).
The
Bank’s objective is to provide short, medium and long term financing to viable
projects and trade finance activities in member states.
The
Bank offers competitive tax free salaries and benefits commensurate with the
standards of excellence that it expects.
Interested
and qualified candidates are therefore invited from nationals of member states
to apply for the following position:
Receptionist
/ Telephone Operator
Job
Summary: The
position holder is responsible for operating the switchboard, organizing
meetings, receiving visitors, managing mail and carrying out general
administrative duties.
The
person acts as the Bank’s front office person and epitomizes the best image of
the Bank.
Job Specifications:
- A
Diploma in Secretarial Sciences or Switch Board Operations; A relevant
professional qualification shall have added advantage;
- A
minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in a commercial
environment;
- Must
be fully bilingual in English and French;
- Adept
in office systems software / equipment with strong information technology
skills;
- Good
communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a
multi-cultural environment;
- Ability
to work under pressure to deliver on strict deadlines with minimal
supervision.
Applications should include a resume, recent passport size
photo, full contact address and the names and addresses of three
referees.
Candidates
must have a good knowledge of the operating environment.
Please
note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Interested and qualified candidates should express their interest by submitting their applications directly to sheila.amule@ptabank.org by 1st April 2016.
