Cleaner

Job Description

This is an entry-level opportunity to contribute to the smooth functioning of a leading international organization. The position offers a stable work environment and the chance to develop basic skills in cleaning and maintenance.

This position is crucial for maintaining a clean and safe working environment within the UNOPS HAMCO office in Addis Ababa. The Cleaner will perform a variety of manual tasks to ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of the premises, contributing to the overall well-being and productivity of the staff

The Cleaner performs simple, repetitive manual tasks under close and direct supervision, ensuring the cleanliness and orderliness of the UNOPS premises in Addis Ababa.

1. Daily Cleaning and Maintenance

• Daily sweeping, scrubbing/mopping and polishing floors.
• Removal of dust and local contamination from the open surfaces of cabinets, shelves, tables, chairs, desks, electrical and office equipment, switches, table lamps, window sills.
• Removal of dust and stains from doors, door frames, handles.
• Daily cleaning of toilet floors, toilet pans/cubicles, urinals, wash basins and checking and cleaning of blocked drains. Disinfect toilet, canteen floor and mirror.
• Daily cleaning of all waste paper, wastage and garbage as per on-the-spot instructions from in and around the offices and their disposal outside the building in a proper and environment friendly manner or at the designated place(s). All waste papers must be shredded before disposal.
• Inserting plastic bags into trash cans.
• Cleaning of mirror and glass surfaces.
• Cleaning, washing, disinfection with special solutions of sinks, tiled walls, dispensers and accessories.
• Filling dispensers with liquid soap and toilet paper, disposable paper for toilet, towels and deodorants.
• Washing cups, water glasses and other kitchen items used by staff and keeping the refrigerator and other kitchen appliances clean.
• Clean common areas, entrance and stairs.
• Watering flowers and caring for plants.

2. Support Services

• Serve refreshment for staff, guests and meeting participants as requested.
• Provide support during any office events and celebrations.
• Carry out services such as: movement of files, dispatch of paper/mail within the offices, including movement of office supplies and goods,like (refreshment,stationary and cleaning material), making photocopies and other tasks as assigned by UNOPS staff related to the execution of their everyday official duties.

3. Monthly Deep Cleaning

• Cleaning of floors: sweeping, washing, removing stains and and sticky substances from the floor, deep cleaning of the floor.
• Removal of dust from the ventilation & AC grilles on ceilings and walls, cleaning of blinds, upholstered furniture.
• Washing of windows.
• Washing and disinfection of trash bins and office rooms, kitchens and common areas.

4. Adherence to Safety and Environmental Standards

• To observe the environmental safety of the detergents used, in accordance with sanitary standards.
• To observe the norms and rules of safety, fire and electrical safety.
• To commit to wear the Personal Protection Equipment(PPE) at all times while providing the cleaning services.

About the Organization

United Nations Office for Project Services