Receptionist at Qatar Charity

Qatar Charity is a Doha-based non-governmental organization founded in 1992 in accordance with the laws and regulations governing charitable work in the State of Qatar. The Qatari society was expressing a deep willingness to contribute to the international solidarity chain and to participate in addressing the most important development and humanitarian challenges faced by vulnerable communities around the world. This willingness was derived from the Qatari society’s values, principles and cultural heritage and Qatar Charity came as the institutional solution that would cater to it. Initially founded to provide life-saving assistance to children affected by conflicts or natural disasters, Qatar Charity then expanded its areas of expertise to include various humanitarian and development aid fields, providing relief and assistance to more than 110 million beneficiaries worldwide. With funding from Qatar, Qatar Charity is collaborating with the government of Nigeria (GON) to support vulnerable communities in achieving progress and prosperity by providing adequate support for vulnerable communities through robust social welfare systems and related services in various states within Nigeria

Qatar Charity Nigeria Country Office has over 3,500 projects in different intervention areas namely: Education and Culture, Health, Water, economic empowerment, social housing, social care, food security, and Emergency Relief projects.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Receptionist

Job Code: RE 001
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Basic Function

• The receptionist under the supervision of the Admin coordinator will help to provide receptionist services by monitoring and operating computer work, typing, filing, receiving visitors, answering calls, and opening and directing official mail.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate switchboard, directing incoming and outgoing calls as required by the caller, determine the nature of the call and decide on an appropriate routing.
• Screen all incoming visitors and vendors and direct to an appropriate location.
• Ensure all staff and visitors fill in the required office attendance register.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Responsible for maintaining office security and communicating with the security guards if and as needed.
• Assist in typing, word processing, and general administrative support activities for the administrative team and other groups as assigned.
• Update, maintain and distribute appropriate telephone staff directory(s).
• Update and maintain online conference room schedules and a variety of intranet documents.
• Liaise with Information Technology for appropriate telephone and computer issues (e.g. capability for visitors with office assignments, etc).
• Receive and process newspaper, AEPB, AEDC and other relevant bills for payment.
• Keep detailed and accurate records of visitor requests and of calls received
• Open and close the office daily, observing security and other established office procedures.
• Receive, log and distribute all incoming and outgoing courier packages; office deliveries; and incoming faxes in a timely manner.
• Perform office equipment tasks such as making needed arrangements for services for telephone and e-mail, obtaining quotations for required services, and arranging for repairs of office equipment.
• Maintain orderly appearance and functioning of the reception area.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• University Degree or recognized equivalent with 1-3 year experience in a similar role.
• Familiarity with international NGOs is a plus
• Experience with large complex organizations preferred
• Females (s) are highly encouraged to apply

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of general office practices and administrative procedures.
• Working knowledge of switchboard/voice mail equipment and mail processes such as postage machine, DHL, etc.
• Have the ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise.
• Excellent written, oral, interpersonal and organization skills.
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors and recipients of assistance.
• Relevant computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Maintain a neat personal appearance and polite demeanour as prescribed by professional and local standards.
• Ability to multitask.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send an updated copy of their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Code "RE 001" as the subject of the mail.

Application Deadline  31st August, 2023.

Important Instructions to Keep in Mind when Applying

• A CV must be attached in a PDF format containing all personal information and qualifications mentioned above or the one not listed, The CV should be in English.
• The cover letter must be attached in a PDF format
• An identity document (a copy of the identity card or passport) must be attached to the file.
• If the file is incomplete or the data is not clear, the application will be excluded from the list of applicants and will not be considered.
• We will inform the shortlisted candidates about the second interview and be ready for the test. (IF it is needed) *
• For any additional questions about the employment application, you can reach out via email: [email protected]