Receptionist (General Admin / Front Desk)

Recruiting Employer: Doha Academy

Work Location: Qatar

Job Type: Full-time (Permanent)

Industry: Education, School Administration & Front Desk Operations

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Position Summary

Doha Academy, a prestigious educational institution in Qatar, is seeking a welcoming, courteous, and efficient General Admin Receptionist for full-time employment. Serving as the primary face and voice of the academy, the front desk receptionist will welcome visitors and parents, handle main switchboard telephone calls, provide administrative support to school staff, and ensure smooth daily operations at the front reception counter.

Position Details & Specifications

Detail	Specification
Position Title	Receptionist (General Admin / Front Desk)
Employer Type	Doha Academy (Educational Institution)
Work Location	Qatar
Employment Status	Full-time / Permanent
Estimated Salary Range	Approx. QAR 2,500 – QAR 4,000 per month (Based on qualifications & experience)
Hiring Preferences	Female candidates preferred
Primary Contact Email	moqueet.mohammed@dohaacademy.net

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Visitor Management: Greet arriving parents, guests, vendors, and students warmly, maintaining a professional front desk log and issuing visitor badges.
• Call & Email Handling: Manage the central switchboard, route incoming telephone calls to appropriate departments, answer routine inquiries, and respond to front office emails promptly.
• Administrative Support: Provide general clerical assistance, including document scanning, photocopying, filing, and assisting academic and administrative teams with routine paperwork.
• Inquiry & Admissions Coordination: Address general school admission inquiries and guide parents to the respective administrative or admissions personnel.
• Reception Area Maintenance: Keep the reception counter and lobby area organized, neat, and presenting a professional image at all times.

Candidate Qualifications & Requirements

• Preferred Candidate Profile: Female candidates preferred (both experienced professionals and motivated fresh graduates are welcome to apply).
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; conversational proficiency in Arabic is considered an added advantage.
• Technical Skills: Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic administrative procedures.
• Personal Attributes: Welcoming personality, strong organizational capabilities, professional attire, and customer-oriented service attitude.
• Residency Status: **Must possess a valid Qatar ID (QID)** and transferable visa status for local hiring within Qatar.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates currently based in Qatar who meet the school reception criteria are invited to send their updated CV directly to the recruitment officer:

• Application Email: moqueet.mohammed@dohaacademy.net
• Email Subject Line: Application: Receptionist / Front Desk - Doha Academy

Important Hiring Advisory: Established educational institutions and organizations operating in Qatar strictly adhere to Qatar Labour Law. Candidates are never requested to pay recruitment, application, or processing fees at any stage of hiring.