Department of Employment and Labour: Receptionist – Switchboard Operator

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Job Overview

Department of Employment and Labour is offering Receptionist – Switchboard Operator positions to support front-office and administrative operations within the department. The role involves attending to all incoming and outgoing telephone calls, providing receptionist services, and liaising with both internal staff and external stakeholders. Successful candidates will also assist with general administrative duties to ensure smooth communication and efficient office operations.

Position Title: Receptionist – Switchboard Operator

Reference Number: HR 4/4/3/1RSO/UIF

Location: Unemployment Insurance Fund, Pretoria

Salary: R193 359 per annum

Job level: Grade 12 / Junior / Entry level SA Government Jobs

Responsibilities

  • Attend to all incoming and outgoing telephone calls.
  • Provide receptionist services.
  • Liaise with internal and external personnel.
  • Render administration duties.

Requirements

  • Grade 12 / Matric certificate,
  • No experience required.

Knowledge and Skills

  • Unemployment Insurance Act (UIA).
  • Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act (UICA).
  • Public Financial Management Act (PFMA).
  • Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA).
  • Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
  • Negotiation. Analytical. Accuracy.

How to Apply

Position Title: Receptionist – Switchboard Operator

Reference Number: HR 4/4/3/1RSO/UIF

Applications must be submitted with a Z83 form (Download Here)  and must be accompanied by recently updated CV. Please indicate the Reference number, Position and Area/Centre on your application form.

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of an ID documents, qualifications, and recent academic transcripts / records.

Send Applications to: Jobs-UIF10@labour.gov.za