The Transport Education and Training Authority (TETA) is offering an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Receptionist to join their team on a 3-month fixed-term contract. This role is ideal for a young professional with at least 1 year’s experience in a receptionist or switchboard role.
The Assistant Receptionist will serve as the first point of contact for visitors, clients, and stakeholders, ensuring a professional and welcoming environment at all times. If you have strong interpersonal skills, good telephone etiquette, and the ability to multitask, this role is for you.
Assistant Receptionist Job Opportunity Overview
- Closing Date: Monday, 29 September 2025
- Location: Gauteng
- Reference Number: TA-63
- Job Type: Temporary (3 Months, Fixed-Term)
- Work Level: Junior
- Salary: Market Related
About TETA
The Transport Education and Training Authority (TETA) is one of South Africa’s 21 SETAs (Sector Education and Training Authorities), established under the Skills Development Act No. 97 of 1998.
TETA’s primary role is to develop and facilitate skills development in the transport sector, which includes subsectors such as rail, maritime, aviation, road freight, road passenger transport, taxi operations, forwarding & clearing, and freight handling.
TETA works to implement the National Skills Development Plan (NSDP), ensuring that South Africa has a competitive, capable, and competent workforce for the transport industry. Its mandate includes:
- Developing a Sector Skills Plan (SSP);
- Facilitating, registering, and implementing learnerships, skills programmes, and strategic initiatives
- Approving workplace skills plans (WSPs);
- Disbursing grants to stakeholders for skills development;
- Conducting quality assurance of education and training providers in its sector.
TETA reports to the Minister of Higher Education and Training and is financially overseen by National Treasury.
Minimum Requirements
1. Qualifications
- Matric qualification (compulsory).
- A secretariat/administration qualification will be an added advantage.
2. Experience
- At least 1 year of experience working as a receptionist or switchboard operator.
3. Knowledge and Understanding
- Customer service best practices.
- Switchboard operations.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
4. Skills
- Professional telephone etiquette.
- Excellent interpersonal skills (written and verbal).
- Time management and organizational skills.
- Computer literacy: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and MS PowerPoint.
Key Performance Areas
1. Provide Support to Stakeholders
- Welcome and assist visitors in a professional manner.
- Provide required information to walk-in clients.
- Direct clients to the correct departments efficiently.
2. Operating the Switchboard
- Answer incoming calls promptly and professionally.
- Transfer calls to relevant departments.
- Take accurate messages and forward them to the correct personnel.
3. Manage Reception Area
- Accept documents on behalf of the Chamber/Units.
- Notify relevant departments to collect their documents.
- Ensure the reception area is always attended.
- Provide administrative support for scheduled meetings.
Why Join TETA?
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow in the administrative and reception field. You will gain valuable experience in a structured and professional environment, engage with diverse stakeholders, and strengthen your communication and organizational skills.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements should submit a detailed CV and cover letter via the official TETA careers portal: www.teta.org.za.
Please note:
- It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
- Closing Date: Monday, 29 September 2025.
Joining TETA as an Assistant Receptionist is more than just a short-term job – it is an opportunity to contribute to South Africa’s transport education and training sector, while gaining valuable administrative and customer service experience.
If you are a motivated individual with excellent communication skills and a passion for providing professional front-line support, this role could be your stepping stone into a rewarding career path.
Take the first step toward building your future with TETA, where skills development drives South Africa forward.