Job Vacancy for a Receptionist at The Enterprise African Network

Employment Nigeria 01-Jan-1970 NIGERIA ,

The Enterprise African Network is a key instrument in the AU's strategy to boost growth and jobs. Bringing together close to 600 business support organisations from more than 50 countries, we help small companies seize the unparalleled business opportunities in the AU Single Market.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position of:

Job Title: Receptionist

Location: Lagos

Job Description

The Receptionist reports to the Executive Director and is responsible for providing office and clerical services. Failure to provide these services in an efficient and effective manner will result in disruptions in the provision of services.
The Receptionist is responsible for providing secretarial, clerical and administrative support in order to ensure that municipal services are provided in an effective and efficient manner.

1.) Provide office support services in order to ensure efficiency and effectiveness within the Hamlet Office

Main Activities

Receive, direct and relay telephone messages and fax messages
Direct the First Nations Members and the general public to the appropriate staff member
Pick up and deliver the mail
Open and date stamp all general correspondence
Maintain the general filing system and file all correspondence
Assist in the planning and preparation of meetings, conferences and conference telephone calls
Make preparations for Council and committee meetings
Maintain an adequate inventory of office supplies
Respond to public inquiries
Provide word-processing and secretarial support

2.) Perform clerical duties in order to maintain Hamlet administration

Main Activities

Develop and maintain a current and accurate filing system
Monitor the use of supplies and equipment
Coordinate the repair and maintenance of office equipment

3.) Performs receptionist functions

Main Activities

Answer all incoming calls and handle caller’s inquiries when ever possible
Re-direct calls as appropriate and take adequate messages when required
Greet, assist and/or direct students, visitors and the general public

4.) Support the Executive Director and other staff

Main Activities

Assist the Executive Director and other staff as requested
Provide administrative services for the Executive Director

5.) Perform other related duties as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and attitudes required for satisfactory job performance)

Knowledge
The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

Office administration
An understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures
An understanding of the cultural and political environment

Skills
The incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:

Team building
Analytical and problem solving skills
Decision making skills
Effective verbal and listening communications skills
Computer skills including the ability to spreadsheet and wordprocessing programs at a highly proficient level
Stress management skills
Time management skills

Personal Attributes
The incumbent must demonstrate the following personal attributes:

Be honest and trustworthy
Demonstrate sound work ethics
Be respectful
Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
Be flexible

Qualification and Requirements

Minimum of OND
0-2 years of experience
Ability to work under pressure
Must be female
Applicants should reside in Lagos
The Receptionist would normally attain the required knowledge, skills and attitudes through completion of an office procedures course combined with related experience. Equivalencies will be considered.

How to Apply
Interested applicants should forward their CV's to: jobs@dmdent.com

Application Deadline 30th May, 2015

Sorry the application deadline for this job has elapsed

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Job Vacancy for a Receptionist at The Enterprise African Network

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