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Receptionist & Administrative Assistant

Freetown, Sierra Leone · Full-Time · Posted 19 October 2026

Apply by 23:59 Freetown time (GMT)

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About This Role

We are looking for a welcoming, organised and dependable Receptionist & Administrative Assistant to support our shared office.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Welcoming visitors and directing them to the appropriate staff member.
  • Answering official calls, WhatsApp messages and general emails professionally.
  • Providing approved information about Tabempa’s services and WIATech’s programmes, fees and application procedures.
  • Recording enquiries, passing on messages and following up outstanding matters.
  • Supporting applications by providing forms, checking completeness and arranging admissions appointments.
  • Maintaining accurate visitor, applicant and client records.
  • Scheduling meetings, updating calendars and communicating approved notices.
  • Preparing routine documents and organising digital and paper files.
  • Receiving deliveries, monitoring supplies and reporting maintenance needs.
  • Sharing official payment instructions and recording payment references through approved procedures.
  • Keeping the reception area welcoming and organised.
  • Protecting confidential information and preparing brief activity reports.

Admissions decisions, technical quotations, discounts, refunds and spending approvals remain with authorised staff.

What We're Looking For

  • A secondary school-leaving qualification; relevant administrative or customer service training is an advantage.
  • Clear spoken and written English.
  • A welcoming manner, professional presentation and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Confidence using email, WhatsApp, word-processing software, basic spreadsheets and digital calendars.
  • Good organisation, accurate recordkeeping and attention to detail.
  • Honesty, punctuality, discretion and dependable follow-through.
  • Ability to manage several requests and seek guidance when priorities conflict.
  • Willingness to learn our services, programmes and office procedures.
  • Previous reception, customer service or administrative experience is an advantage.

What We Offer

  • Practical experience supporting a technology company and training institute.
  • An opportunity to help establish organised office processes from the beginning.
  • Guidance on our services, programmes and administrative procedures.
  • Experience working with technical, education and operations teams.
  • Salary: Nle 2500 monthly.
Receptionist & Administrative Assistant — Operations | Tabempa Engineering