Opportunity Alert!

Light for the World is a global development organization. We empower people with disabilities and
enable eye health services in low-income countries. Over the last three decades, we improved health
systems enabled education for all and amplified the voices of people with disabilities
Our programs include:

• Eye Health – preventing blindness and promoting eye health for all
• Inclusive Education – ensuring children with disabilities receive quality, inclusive education
• Inclusive Economic Empowerment – ensuring that barriers are removed for men and women
with disabilities to access decent work
We focus on the poorest and hardest to reach because that’s where we will have the biggest impact.
In Uganda, our country strategy for the year 2021-2025 focuses on Eye health, Inclusive Economic
Empowerment, Disability Inclusion, and Inclusive Education.
Currently, Light for the World Uganda implements projects on eye health, inclusive economic
empowerment, and disability inclusion with a presence in 21 districts. We are in the process of
expanding our team in Uganda and looking for a committed person to fill this role and be part of this

Receptionist (1 National Position)

Based in Kampala, Uganda (40 hours a week)
Role profile:
The Receptionist will be responsible for the daily operation of the front desk, administrative support,
inquiry handling, guest relations and performing clerical functions of the front desk.
The Receptionist will report to and work under the guidance of the Human Resources and
Administration Officer.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Professional and effective reception services
• Receive and respond to all visitors’ inquiries, phone calls, and correspondence.
• Keeps the front desk attended to at all times.
• Receives incoming calls and transfers to individual offices in line with user requests and
office procedures.
• Attends graciously to visitors in line with their requests by directing them to the respective
officers and answering their queries.
• Ensures speedy response to telephone and message services.
• Reports faults on telephones to be repaired.

Receives external correspondences, distributes, and accounts for all incoming and
outgoing correspondences as applicable

• Ensures a continuous supply of front desk materials and resources
Provision of logistical support
• Supports in making accommodation reservations.
• Supports with booking vehicles for town service
• Supports in scheduling boardroom for meetings and planning for the required logistics.
Requirements.
• Diploma/Degree in Business Administration, Secretarial Studies, Office Management.
• At least one year of relevant work experience in a reputable organization.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Communication skills.
• Customer care skills.
• Ability to establish critical working relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Multitasking and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.

What we can offer as an employer:

We offer an outstanding opportunity to bring about change through an international development
organization with strong expertise, a growing profile, and a dedicated team.
Entry date: July 1, 2022
We are looking forward to receiving your application by June 22, 2022, at the latest. A complete CV and a letter of motivation are important parts of this.
Please let us know why you would like to join our team and why you consider yourself suitable.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage people with disabilities and women
to apply for this position.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Apply  here

Deadline: 22 June 2022.