Receptionist Job Vacancy in Kenya

Receptionist

Our client is dedicated to promoting private sector entrepreneurship and building economically sound enterprises in the developing world and invests in projects within East Africa across a wide range of sectors, including: Food and Agro Processing, Printing and Packaging, Textiles, Leather processing, Pharmaceuticals, Power and Telecommunications

We are seeking applications from qualified candidates to fill the above mentioned position.

Position Summary: Responsible for providing secretarial and clerical services in support of the general administrative function.


Principal Duties and Responsibilities
  • Receive, assist and/or direct visitors to the appropriate staff member.
  • Receive and route telephone calls upon appropriate screening.
  • Manage outgoing call requests.
  • Receive and relay telephone messages as appropriate.
  • Receive and date stamp general correspondence and relay as appropriate.
  • Sort and distribute all assigned incoming/outgoing mail.
  • Maintain an accurate record of all dispatched mail.
  • Assist the Administrative Asst. in the preparation for meetings and conference calls.
  • Provide administrative support i.e. analysis, preparation of reports, typing documents as directed by the Administrative Assistant.
  • Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of the Reception Area in liaison with the Office Assistants.
  •  Perform other related administrative duties as required.
Competency Profile:
  • Relevant Office Administration Certification (Diploma Level)
  • Minimum of a C+ overall grade at KCSE with a similar grade in Maths and English.
  • About 2 years in a similar position in a busy, professional environment.
  • Effective communication skills (verbal & listening)
  • Good Time Management and organizational skills, with the ability to effectively multitask.
  • Excellent Computer skills
  • Ability to constantly maintain a pleasant, courteous and welcoming demeanor at all times.
Qualified candidates to send their CVs in word format to cvs@careerdirections.co.ke