Receptionist Intern

About

Description

Universities South Africa is committed to skills development and is offering a 12-month internship for unemployed graduates to gain meaningful experience in the labor market. This Receptionist Internship provides a structured opportunity to develop administrative skills and understand workplace procedures, contributing to the professional growth of recent graduates.

Responsibilities

• Manage the front desk, attend to calls, direct calls to relevant staff, and take messages
• Manage visitor flow and direct visitors accordingly
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail and documents
• Maintain a tidy, presentable reception area with necessary materials (eg brochures)
• Perform administrative tasks such as minute taking, filing, photocopying, transcribing, and faxing
• Coordinate meetings, including organizing catering
• Provide general administrative support to various sections
• Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access
• Archive documents older than three years and manage filing
• Perform any ad hoc duties as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures
• Customer service principles and practices knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Professional attitude and appearance

Application instructions:

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