Receptionist
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OperationsDuty Station:
Kampala, UGEmployment Type:
Full-timeSalary Scale:
Not SpecifiedDeadline:
Jul 02, 2026 12:00 AMNumber of Positions:
1Age Limit:
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The Simba Group, a partner of VAS Global Services, is seeking a receptionist to support Visa Application Centre (VAC) operations. The Receptionist will serve as the first point of contact for applicants by managing front desk operations, guiding customers, and ensuring a smooth and professional customer experience.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Front Desk Operations – Welcome applicants, verify appointments, and manage queue tokens.
- Customer Support – Guide applicants on visa procedures and respond to basic inquiries professionally.
- Queue Management – Direct applicants to the correct counters and ensure smooth applicant flow.
- Compliance & Confidentiality – Maintain data confidentiality and follow SOPs and security guidelines.
- Administrative Support – Maintain daily logs, basic reports, and support operational activities.
Requirements
Education:
- Minimum: High School Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Experience:
- 1–2 years of customer service or front-office experience
- Experience in travel, visa, airport, or service-center environments preferred
- Basic Microsoft Office and system usage skills
- Good communication and customer handling skills
Behavioural Competencies:
- Quality & Service Orientation
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Communication
- Attention to Detail
Functional Competencies:
- Customer Service
- Queue Management
- VAC Operations Support
- Compliance Awareness
Others/Extra Details
- Fluency in English and local language
- Ability to work in a fast-paced customer-facing environment
- Willingness to work shifts when required
- Additional international language is an added advantage
