Vacancy title:
Receptionist

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Admin & Office]

Jobs at:
Mountains of the Moon University

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, November 14 2025

Duty Station:
Uganda | Fort portal | Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, November 3 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

To serve as the first point of contact, managing front desk operations, welcoming visitors and supporting administrative functions.

Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities shall be to:

1. Handle all incoming calls;
2. Manage Public requests as appropriate;
3. Register and direct visitors to appropriate offices;
4. Handle administrative support tasks;
5. Maintain a clean and organized front desk area;
6. Ensure safety and confidentiality of incoming and outgoing correspondences, documents and office records.
7. Perform any other official duties assigned from time to time

Person Specifications
Qualifications
(i) A Diploma in Office Administration or Secretarial and Office Administration from a recognized Institution of Higher Learning.
(ii) A Certificate in Customer Care or Front Office/Desk Management; or Leisure and Hospitality Management is a MUST.

Working Experience
(i) Should have at least three (3) years’ experience as a Receptionist or Front Desk/Administrative Assistant in a Public Institution or reputable Organisation.
(ii) Working with a Public University or Institution of Higher Learning will be an added advantage.

Required Competences
Should possess core Values that includes;
a) Integrity, Confidentiality, Accountability and Professionalism.
b) Excellent Communication, Teamwork, Interpersonal skills, Time Management and Customer Care.
c) Demonstrated Computer Literacy and Presentation skills.
d) Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure
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Interested and eligible candidates MUST ELECTRONICALLY submit the application documents below merged as one document in PDF

1. Application letter.
2. A detailed up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing names and contacts of three (3) credible referees.
3. Certified copies of the relevant academic/professional Transcripts and Certificates.
4. Copies of relevant Appointment and Confirmation letter (8).
5. Copy of a valid National Identity Card or evidence of renewal process.
6. Details of the physical address, telephone contact and email address.
7. Any other relevant documentation to support the application.

N.B: Application not in one PDF file and those arriving after the closing time and date will not be considered. Details of the job advert can be accessed on the University website: www.mmu.ac.ug.

Applications should be addressed to: -
The University Secretary
Mountains of the Moon University
P. D. Box 837, Lake Saska Campus
Fort Portal City, Uganda.

The application must be received by 5:00 p.m. on November 14, 2025. MMU is an equal opportunity employer, and appointments to all positions are based on merit. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Females and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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