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The Receptionist / Switchboard Operator has the responsibility to deliver a friendly, efficient customer service and to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for employees and guests.
Job Responsibility
Takes responsibility for the reception area, ensuring the reception area is tidy and presentable
Receives and welcome Guests and advise the relevant internal stakeholders of the guest/visitor's arrival timeously
Answers, screens and redirects incoming calls
Routes emergency calls, forwarding them to the appropriate internal stakeholders, ensuring that the call reaches the appropriate person
Performs administrative duties such as typing, capturing and updating information on the relevant systems
Sorts mail and packages when required
Manages all logistics relating to public meeting rooms
Ensures that detailed messages are passed on to relevant persons immediately
Screens walk-in clients/guests
Establishes and maintains an electronic/manual diary for scheduled appointments
Handles queries related to the company's products, services and/or people
Performs any other related task as required
Requirements
Proactive individual with a positive attitude towards work
Displays interpersonal skills used to deal effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to exercise sound judgement and display the ability to deal effectively with conflict
Excellent telephone etiquette
Excellent communication skills and able to listen effectively
Professional attitude and appearance
Excellent organizational skills
Customer service attitude
Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to remain calm and able to make quick decisions
Relevant secondary qualification or equivalent
Relevant demonstrated working experience in a similar position
Relevant demonstrated working experience in a related environment
Relevant demonstrated experience handling a multi-line switchboard