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.

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: [email protected]
Tel: 022 2781515
Mobile: 0772 111228

Closing date for applications is 10th July 2026