Assistant Receptionist (3-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
Location: Gauteng
Reference Number: TA-63
Closing Date: 29 September 2025
Job Details
- Work Level: Junior
- Job Type: Temporary (3 months)
- Salary: Market Related
- Employment Equity Position: No
- Duration: Fixed Term
Key Performance Areas
1. Provide Support to Stakeholders
- Welcome and assist visitors.
- Provide required information to walk-in clients.
- Direct walk-in clients to relevant departments.
2. Operate the Switchboard
- Answer incoming calls.
- Transfer calls to relevant departments.
- Take messages and forward to relevant personnel.
3. Manage Reception Area
- Accept documents on behalf of the Chamber/Units.
- Notify Chamber/Units to collect documents.
- Ensure continuous reception coverage.
- Administer meetings as scheduled.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Matric qualification (a secretarial/administration qualification will be an added advantage).
- Minimum of 1 year’s experience as a switchboard operator/receptionist.
Knowledge & Skills
- Understanding of customer service.
- Ability to operate a switchboard.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
Skills Required
- Telephone etiquette.
- Strong interpersonal skills (both written and verbal).
- Time management.
- Computer literacy: MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
Application Process
Only applicants who meet the minimum requirements should apply by forwarding a detailed CV and cover letter via www.teta.org.za.
Applicants with foreign qualifications must have them evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).