The German International School Dubai (DISD) is a recognized, excellent German school abroad as well as a modern, innovative and learning school with heart and high quality standards.

From Kindergarten through Primary School and Secondary School to the German International Baccalaureate, the approximately 950 students are developing into true global citizens. In the spirit of the DISD mission statement, they learn in a respectful and open-minded atmosphere.

The German International School is supporting the NAFIS Initiative of the UAE Government. Only Applications from qualified Emirati Nationals will be shortlisted.

The School Receptionist is the first point of contact for visitors to the school, parents, staff and children. As the ‘face’ of the school the receptionist should be welcoming, personable, helpful and able to represent the School in a professional and friendly manner. In addition it is essential that the person for this role is organized, able to multitask, work flexibly and have a ‘can do’ approach to work. The receptionist is also required to assist the schools secretary with various administrative tasks, requiring a good level of IT skills.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensuring the safety and security of the school at all times in cooperation with the security guards, making sure that entry to the premises is controlled. Ensuring that all visitors sign in and take a visitor badge where necessary.
• Answers phone calls in a pleasant, informed manner for the purpose of providing information and creating a good image of the school
• Greets all incoming students, families and guests respectfully and professionally
• Assists in all aspects of maintaining a professional front office, including but not limited to, fielding and directing incoming phone calls to the appropriate staff member in a timely, professional manner, filing and copying and faxing of sensitive information.
• Develops a positive, welcoming and caring climate in the Front Office.
• Requires basic clerical skills and knowledge of office practices and procedures that involve the operation of standard office equipment such as personal computer, copier and associated equipment that can be learned on the job within several months.
• Assists students and others with routine requests and will refer non-routine items to the school’s secretary.
• Works with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy in dealing with others, and the ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.
• Ensuring that the reception area is kept smart and tidy.

• Emirati Nationality (Mandatory)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous receptionist or customer service experience is a plus
• Good command of the English Language, Arabic and German desirable
• Computer skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Behavioral Competencies

• Child caring attitude
• Friendly and smart appearance
• Safety Conscious
• Organized
• Reliable

We offer a pleasant working environment within a motivated team. The employment contract is limited in accordance with the UAE Labour Law.

Remuneration is based on the salary guidelines applicable to the school and includes additional benefits such as housing allowance, an annual flight allowance and end of service gratuity.