The company

At Rescue.co, we build technology that saves lives.

Every day, our dispatch systems connect people in urgent need with medical, security, and roadside assistance - faster, smarter, and with more reliability than ever before. Today, our platform coordinates the largest network of ambulances, security, airevac and roadside responders in East Africa.

We’re looking for passionate team members to help design, build, and scale the core systems and keep our operations running smoothly in a high-pressure, high-impact environment. If you thrive on meaningful challenges, love crafting reliable tech systems, or love the thrill of running fast-paced, high-impact operations - and if want to be part of a team that impacts lives every day - we’d love to hear from you. 

The Role

As an Emergency Dispatch Call Taker you are the first voice our customers hear in an emergency. You will be calm in difficult situations, the voice of reassurance, and the critical first step in delivering lifesaving assistance. You will coordinate, communicate, and control the flow of information and action between people in distress, responders, and hospitals ensuring timely and effective outcomes.

This role requires quick thinking, empathy, and strong communication skills. While a medical background is an advantage, it is not required. What matters most is your ability to handle high-pressure situations, make fast, accurate decisions, and guide callers with professionalism and care.

Role Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for emergency callers; assess, prioritize, and act swiftly.
• Communicate with clarity, empathy, and confidence during critical moments.
• Use Rescue’s technology platform to track cases, optimize response, and document interactions.
• Provide pre-arrival guidance or reassurance to callers while maintaining composure.
• Follow all standard operating procedures / protocols and quality assurance guidelines.
• Report shift issues, trends, or escalations promptly to the Shift Lead or Dispatch Leadership.
• Learn from performance feedback and data insights to improve effectiveness.
• Uphold Rescue.co’s commitment to excellence, empathy, and timely response.

Requirements

• Experience in a dispatch, call centre, or customer service environment is preferred.
• Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure.
• Loud, articulate, and confident while on the phone. 
• Ability to follow protocols and strong problem-solving and listening skills to understand when to adjust or pause protocols given the circumstance. 
• Highly empathetic and caring - you are willing to go above and beyond when life, security and safety are on the line. 
• Low ego, and willing to raise issues immediately and ask for help. 
• A fast and eager learner ready for a challenge.  
• Interested and passionate about helping others. 
• Strong computer literacy and ability to adapt to new systems quickly.
• Fluent in English and Swahili (written and spoken).
• Able to type at least 35 words per minute accurately.

How to Apply

Please submit a one-page PDF CV. Ensure that you highlight the most relevant experiences within a single page. We will not review CVs longer than one page. 

Rescue.co is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome your application.