Receptionist – Front Desk & Switchboard

About the role

The Receptionist will be the first point of contact for Invest SA and GGDA visitors and callers, providing professional front‑desk and switchboard services. The role combines secretarial, clerical and administrative duties to support staff and ensure a smooth, welcoming environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide secretarial, clerical, and administrative support to Invest SA/GGDA staff and executives, including meeting‑room booking and visitor management.
• Operate the switchboard, answer calls professionally, route calls, take messages and ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain a tidy reception area, manage deliveries, and enforce building safety and visitor protocols.
• Update quarterly contact lists across the group and assist with parking arrangements for visitors.

Required profile

• Matric Certificate or secretarial certificate.
• At least 1 year of front‑desk and switchboard experience.
• Computer literacy with MS Office proficiency.
• Strong verbal communication, ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks.

Required skills

• MS Office
• Telephony management

What we offer

• Permanent contract with a three‑month probation period.
• Total cost of employment R149 842 per annum.