About the Role
Alliance Française de Lagos is a esteemed 65-year-old French Language and Cultural Centre and a proud member of the world's largest cultural network, spanning over 840 centres across the globe. We are currently looking for a vibrant and organized National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member to join our professional team as a Receptionist. In this role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for our visitors, students, and partners, delivering an exceptional first impression and representing our cultural values with poise and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities- Greet and welcome visitors, students, and guests with high levels of professionalism and courtesy.
- Manage incoming phone calls, inquiries, and correspondence, directing them to the appropriate departments or personnel.
- Handle front-office administrative tasks including scheduling, record-keeping, and maintaining visitor logs.
- Assist with the coordination of cultural events, exhibitions, and French language classes as required.
- Ensure the reception area remains neat, organized, and adequately stocked with informational materials.
- Must be a current National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member currently serving or about to serve in Lagos.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Good command of spoken and written English; B1+ French proficiency is strongly preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a high attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask effectively and work independently in a fast-paced cultural environment.
- Gain hands-on administrative and operational experience in a prestigious international cultural institution.
- Improve professional bilingual communication skills in a multicultural work environment.
- Receive a monthly NYSC corp member stipend alongside a supportive mentorship framework.