Mailroom Clerk at U.S. Embassy South Africa

Duties

• The Mailroom Clerk receives, dispatches, sorts, and distributes mail from multiple sources.
•  These include but are not limited to local and international mail, diplomatic pouch material, and commercial courier services.
•  The incumbent spends a large percentage of the time serving customers at the Mailroom service window.
• The incumbent is supervised by the Mailroom Supervisor/Mailroom Team Lead with overall supervision by a designated Information Programs Center employee.

Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE:  

• One year of experience in customer care, office assistance, or clerical work is required.

Education Requirements:

• Successful completion of high school (matric) is required.

Evaluations:
LANGUAGE:  

• Good working knowledge English - Reading/Writing/Speaking is required.  (This will be tested).
• Good Working knowledge of a second host country language also required.  

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

•  Good organizational skills, thoroughness and accuracy in processing documentation, ability to work well in a team environment.
•  Must have user knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
•  Must maintain a courteous and professional demeanor and possess excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to work independently on a routine basis.  
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, if required.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds and safely move up to 250 pounds with assistance from coworkers or use of mechanical devices