Front Desk Officer job at Finnish Refugee Council

Finnish Refugee Council

Front Desk Officer job Post

Location: Jobs in Uganda 2023 - 2024

Work Hours: Full-time, 08 hours per day

Salary: UGX

No. of vacancies: 01

Deadline: 10 November 2023

Hiring Organization: Finnish Refugee Council

Job Details:

The primary responsibility of this position is to keep the front desk and office running effectively and assist in clerical and administrative tasks.

Key tasks:
• Receive and guide visitors at the reception and provide necessary information to them.
• Answer, screen and forward incoming phone calls, sort out daily mail and deliveries.
• Ensure office cleaning, general repairs and office security are followed and performed.
• Assist in clerical tasks, typing, photocopying, filing, transcribing.
• Assist in administrative tasks; preparation of bills & vouchers, appointments and meeting arrangements, staff clock in & out records, travel, and accommodation arrangements.

Qualification and Competencies
• Diploma in Business Administration, Office Management, HR or relevant field.
• Proven experience as a receptionist, front office representative or similar role.
• Professional attitude and appearance, solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive with good organisational skills.
• Computer literacy with knowledge of MS Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook.

Application procedure

Email Application to recruitment.uganda@refugeecouncil.fi by CoB on 10th November 2023.

Application and CVs Should be ONE PDF document and a maximum of 5 pages.

Include in your application letter:
• Mention in the subject line the position you are applying for.
• Include your gross salary request.
• Contact details (email and telephone) of 3 professional reference persons.
• Do not include copies of any certificates.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from FRC by 1st December 2023, your application has not been successful.

Please note that FRC does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process.