The South African Local Government Association invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for the Receptionist vacancy based in Polokwane, Limpopo. This opportunity is suitable for applicants with Matric, customer service skills and experience in reception, client service or office administration.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | South African Local Government Association |
| Closing Date | 07 August 2026 |
| Location | Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa |
| Post Title | Receptionist |
| Reference Number | 26/07/08 |
| Cluster | Human Capital and Corporate Services |
| Remuneration | Competitive salary package with benefits |
| Application Method | Online application |
| Application Website | www.cvspaces.co.za |
Receptionist Ref No: 26/07/08
Based in: Limpopo, Polokwane
Cluster: Human Capital and Corporate Services
Reports to: Manager: Finance and Corporate Services
Remuneration: Competitive salary package with benefits
Requirements
Applicants must have Matric.
Applicants must have zero to one year of experience as a Receptionist, Client Services personnel or Customer Services personnel.
Applicants must have a Customer Service or Customer Relations certificate.
Applicants must have worked in an office environment.
Core Knowledge, Skills and Behaviour
Applicants must have good verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal relations skills are required.
Applicants must be able to handle difficult customers.
Applicants must be able to screen calls and prioritise them accordingly.
Applicants must be able to provide basic information to callers.
Applicants must be able to work under pressure.
Multi-tasking skills are required.
Computer literacy is required.
Applicants must fit into SALGA’s organisational culture and demonstrate commitment to its values, mission and vision.
Key Performance Areas
The successful candidate will ensure that the front desk is professionally managed at all times.
Duties include coordinating logistics and boardroom meetings as requested by business units.
The candidate will provide secretarial support, including administration of records and forwarding correct information to staff.
The successful candidate will manage external and internal calls and messages from visitors.
The role includes screening incoming calls and assisting stakeholders and municipalities with information on their queries.
The candidate will help establish an independent reporting mechanism for frontline tasks.
Additional duties include assisting with access control for entry into the SALGA office and monitoring visitors at the front desk.
The successful candidate will capture and send telephone messages to staff members through the Electronic Messaging System.
The candidate will update and monitor the telephone list.
The successful candidate may also perform other responsibilities as required.
How to Apply
Suitably qualified and experienced candidates must apply online through the CV Spaces platform.
To apply and access more details, visit the CV Spaces online application portal.
Applicants may also visit the SALGA careers page for vacancy information.
Important Notes for Applicants
The closing date is 07 August 2026.
Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
SALGA reserves the right not to proceed with the appointment for the vacant position.
All appointments will be made in line with SALGA’s Employment Equity Plan.