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Receptionist
Posted
Reference 160  (Please mention Stopdodo/Environment Jobs in your application)
Sectors Sustainability, Climate, CSR, EMS
Location Virginia - America North
Type Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status Full Time
Level First Level
Deadline 30/05/2011
Company Name Conservation International
Contact Name Human Resources
Website Further Details / Applications
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Directory Entry : Every person on Earth deserves a healthy environment and the fundamental benefits that nature provides. But our planet is experiencing an unprecedented drawdown of these resources, and it is only by protecting nature and its gifts; a stable climate, fresh water, healthy oceans and reliable food; that we can ensure a better life for everyone, everywhere.
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IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

Conservation International (CI) has an immediate opening for the position of receptionist. Based at CI Headquarters office in Arlington, VA, the receptionist will greet all visitors, control a multiline switchboard for incoming domestic and international calls, maintain conference room schedules, notify staff of incoming deliveries and assist Operations Support Services with some catering events/meetings.
This position reports to the Operations Support Manager and requires a high level of customer service, excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • The Receptionist will be responsible for opening promptly at 8:30 am for operations and closing at 5:30 pm. 
  • Greet and screen all visitors. Process identification badges for all guests, contractors and vendors as well as direct them to the appropriate host.
  • Answer all incoming telephone calls in a professional manner.
  • Maintain the Conference Center schedule and respond to reservation requests in a timely manner.
  • Ensure the conference rooms are clean and stocked supplies with materials. Assist with some catering setup as needed.
  • Assist Greening team with assignments and Mailroom staff as needed as well as currier/delivery on sending/ receiving packages.
  • Support Executive Staff and Management with special projects and other duties as assigned.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
 
Working Conditions
  • Normal office environment.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
 
Required:
  • High School degree or equivalent combination of work and experience.  Some college preferred.
  • Prior work experience in an office/customer serive environment.
  • Knowledge of MS Office (Word and Excel) and Outlook.
  • Fluent English required, strong communication skills and pocess proper telephone ediquite
  • Strictly abide to a 8:30 am - 5:30 pm schedule.
 
Preferred:
  • Bilingual in Spanish, French or Portuguese a plus.
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