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Dar es Salaam Independent School
Registration Numbers S. 2544 and DS/02/7/037
Vacancy for the school year 2026/27
We are inviting applications from qualified, experienced, and passionate Admin staff for the following position:
Receptionist
Candidates applying for a Receptionist position should have the following minimum qualifications and requirements:
Diploma or bachelor’s degree in business administration, Office Management, Public Relations, Customer Service, or a related field.
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a receptionist, customer service, or administrative role in a school.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of Kiswahili is an added advantage.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
Ability to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure.
Professional appearance and positive attitude.
Experience working in a school or international environment will be an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Receive and welcome visitors, parents, students, and staff in a professional manner.
Manage the school’s main reception desk and telephone switchboard.
Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, letters, and courier services.
Maintain visitor records and ensure compliance with school security procedures.
Provide administrative support to various departments as required.
Schedule appointments and coordinate meetings.
Maintain accurate records, filing systems, and office supplies.
Respond to inquiries and direct visitors to the appropriate departments.
Support student attendance reporting and other front-office functions.
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates should submit:
Application letter
Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Certified copies of academic and professional certificates. Foreign certificates should be accredited by Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)
Contact details of at least two referees
Applicants should clearly specify the position they are applying for in the email subject line and merge all documents into a single PDF file.
Applications should be addressed to:
The HR Manager
Dar es Salaam Independent School
Applications may be delivered physically to the school offices at Mbweni/Mikocheni, Dar es Salaam or sent via email.
Email: hr@dis.ac.tz
Tel: 022 2781515
Mobile: 0772 111228
Closing date for applications is 10th July 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Registration Numbers S. 2544 and DS/02/7/037
Vacancy for the school year 2026/27
We are inviting applications from qualified, experienced, and passionate Admin staff for the following position:
Receptionist
Candidates applying for a Receptionist position should have the following minimum qualifications and requirements:
Diploma or bachelor’s degree in business administration, Office Management, Public Relations, Customer Service, or a related field.
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a receptionist, customer service, or administrative role in a school.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of Kiswahili is an added advantage.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
Ability to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure.
Professional appearance and positive attitude.
Experience working in a school or international environment will be an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Receive and welcome visitors, parents, students, and staff in a professional manner.
Manage the school’s main reception desk and telephone switchboard.
Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, letters, and courier services.
Maintain visitor records and ensure compliance with school security procedures.
Provide administrative support to various departments as required.
Schedule appointments and coordinate meetings.
Maintain accurate records, filing systems, and office supplies.
Respond to inquiries and direct visitors to the appropriate departments.
Support student attendance reporting and other front-office functions.
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates should submit:
Application letter
Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Certified copies of academic and professional certificates. Foreign certificates should be accredited by Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)
Contact details of at least two referees
Applicants should clearly specify the position they are applying for in the email subject line and merge all documents into a single PDF file.
Applications should be addressed to:
The HR Manager
Dar es Salaam Independent School
Applications may be delivered physically to the school offices at Mbweni/Mikocheni, Dar es Salaam or sent via email.
Email: hr@dis.ac.tz
Tel: 022 2781515
Mobile: 0772 111228
Closing date for applications is 10th July 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.