Receptionist job in Kenya

Our client is Primarily a Main Contractor with a core of direct staff and a proven supply chain of subcontractors, suppliers and consultants.

Working on a strong teamwork basis in all related activities and with Directors fully involved.

It is a private limited company whose success has stemmed from having over 39 years experience within the building industry.

They are looking forward to recruiting a receptionist. Job Description
This is a busy job requiring a flexible approach to managing the workload, very good communication and interpersonal skills, and effective organisational skills, including good accuracy and attention to detail.
The jobholder will be an integral part of the transport team so must have proven ability to work in a team. Experience of the full range of Microsoft Office packages is essential.

Out-of-hours work is sometimes called for and the jobholder might be called upon to make decisions at short notice. Duties
The main duties and responsibilities of the job include:

• Attending to visitors at Reception and controlling entry to the office.
• Undertaking switchboard duties on a weekly rota and during lunchtimes, short-breaks and providing leave cover.
• Management of the answering machine to ensure a 24/7 response after hours, at weekends and holidays.
• Receiving mail and sending mail to other organisations, including deliveries by  drivers.
• Responsibility for maintaining customer feedback data.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma
• 3 years experience
• Computer literate
• Age 25 – 40.

To apply for this position, kindly send an email with your CV and cover letter to jobs@jantakenya.com indicating ‘Receptionist’ on the subject line.

Applications to reach us no later than 16th January, 2013.

Do not attach certificates.

Failure to follow instructions will lead to disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We thank you for your applications.