Receptionist Job in Kenya

Vacancy: Receptionist

The International Centre for Reproductive Health – Kenya (ICRHK) works in the area of sexual and reproductive health for general population, Key Populations (KPs) and gender based violence and human rights programs. 

ICRHK is looking for a highly motivated individual with experience in front office management and administration.
 
Responsibilities
  • Undertake switchboard duties by answering, transferring and making calls for staff.
  • Maintain smooth running of the front office by welcoming, guiding and attending to all visitors
  • Ensure proper functioning of all telephone lines and reporting any faults
  • Maintains safe and clean reception area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Call suppliers for their cheques and follow up on receipts.
  • Update appointment calendars and schedule meetings/appointments for SMT
  • Maintain diary for meeting room bookings
  • Receive and sort daily mail/deliveries/couriers
  • Respond to general enquiries from the public
  • Ensure knowledge of staff movements in and out of organization
  • Allocate vehicles for field activities and give monthly reports on the vehicle usage through the tracking systems
  • Monitor visitor access and maintain security awareness
  • Monitor and maintain office equipment relevant to reception area
  • Provide general administrative and clerical support
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Requirements:
  • Diploma in Business administration
  • Proven working experience in similar roles
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Good organization skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to organize, multitask, prioritize and work under pressure
  • Two years experience
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office – Excel & Outlook a must
  • Ability to be resourceful and proactive in dealing with issues that may arise
  • Experience in administrative work
Application letter stating salary expectation and an up-to-date CV with names and addresses of three referees and telephone contacts should be uploaded on the ICRHK job application portal HERE by 15th April 2016.