Receptionist​/Switchboard Operator Facilities, Administration And Security Department

Purpose of the Job:

To act as a front‑line person and render professional administrative support to the Financial Sector Conduct Authority’s reception area. The person appointed will report to the Manager:
Facilities.

• Customer centricity (customer service for good customer experience)
• Receive visitors and contractors, and register them on the electronic visitor management system
• Communicate to staff and visitors professionally and effectively
• Operate the switchboard professionally by directing all phone calls correctly
• Record and distribute messages electronically via email, and telephonically (MS Teams)
• Capture incoming and outgoing mail, and parcels on the electronic mail tracking system
• Ensure general tidiness and cleanliness at the reception area
• Check and monitor the switchboard telephone system
• Adhere to departmental service delivery standards

The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: computer literacy; customer service skills; problem solving skills; excellent communication skills and proficiency in English; be highly reliable and a trustworthy person who respects confidentiality; have good human relations skills; and telephone etiquette skills.

FSCA is committed towards increasing the representation of marginalised groups in line with its Employment Equity Plan.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with short listed candidates and that the FSCA reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.

Matric Certificate (Grade 12), studying towards a Higher Certificate in Office Administration (or equivalent certificate) NQF 5, with at least minimum 2 years’ experience as a Receptionist or Administrative Assistant or Hospitality Assistant or Customer Care Agent.

Closing Date: 25 February 2026.