Public Sector Front Desk & Guest Relations Specialist

Dream job Link; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 181,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

Gauteng Department of Community Safety in Johannesburg is seeking a friendly Receptionist to manage our front-of-house operations. You will welcome visitors, direct them to the appropriate offices, and handle incoming calls while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

The role requires excellent customer service, strong communication skills, and good organizational ability. Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook) and SA citizenship with a clean record are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience: No previous work experience required; entry-level applicants are encouraged to apply.
• Computer literacy: Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook/Email.
• Citizenship & Clearances: Valid South African citizenship with clean criminal, credit, and qualification verification records.

Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors and direct them to the correct offices.
• Handle incoming telephone inquiries and relay messages accurately.
• Manage executive diary schedules and arrange appointments.
• Maintain a tidy front desk, registers, and photocopy/printing equipment.

Skills

Customer orientation

Communication skills

Organizational ability

Computer literacy

Job description

Gauteng Department of Community Safety in Johannesburg is seeking a friendly Receptionist to manage our front-of-house operations. You will welcome visitors, direct them to the appropriate offices, and handle incoming calls while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

The role requires excellent customer service, strong communication skills, and good organizational ability. Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook) and SA citizenship with a clean record are essential.