The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in New Delhi is looking for a Receptionist
- from October 1 st 2025 onwards
- Full time position, contract at first limited to one year with the option of an extension
- Starting Salary: INR 27.925 + Transport and Housing Allowances

The Federal Foreign Ministry has made it its goal to support women in their professional careers and explicitly invites female candidates to apply.

The job consists of the following tasks:
- Reception and guidance of visitors and guests at the Embassy entrance
- Monitoring and managing entry to Embassy premises in coordination with the security staff
- Maintaining the cleanliness and order of the reception
- Recording and keeping track of staff arrivals and departures
- Key depository

Applicants need to have the following qualifications and skills:
- Secondary School Certificate or equivalent (completion of 10th standard)
- Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in an international or institutional setting
- Good communication skills in English and Hindi
- Polite and professional demeanor with a strong sense of responsibility
- Ability to handle confidential documents discreetly
- Basic knowledge of administrative or logistical procedures is an asset

Desirable:
- Previous experience working with a diplomatic mission or international organization
- Knowledge of German is an advantage but not required

Further Points:
- Only complete applications that reach within the given deadline can be accepted
- Data protection rules according to Artikel 13 of EU-Datenschutz-Grundverordnung (DSGVO) apply
- Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The interviews will be held at early September.

Applications including:
- a CV
- a letter of motivation/intent
- relevant certificates and proofs of qualification
- job references from earlier employments
- one recent photograph should be sent to:
Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany
Mr Rainer Schwarz, Deputy Head of Administration “Application Receptionist”
6/50 G, Shanti Path, Chanakyapuri
New Delhi 110021 by 15 August 2025.

Only hard copy applications will be considered.

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