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EXTERNAL VACANCY |
MEDECINS SANS FRONTIERES (MSF) – SOMALIA MISSION
MSF is an independent humanitarian medical organization providing emergency medical aid to populations in need. MSF Somalia mission is seeking a qualified person for the position below:
Job Title : CLEANER
Work Location : GURIEL_SOMALIA
Start date : AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Nationality : Somalia
Length of contract : Fixed term (1year) 100% with 3 to 6 months’ probation period.
Main Purpose |
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Execute, according to hygienic standards, housekeeping, cleaning and tiding up activities in order to ensure public and staff private areas are in good condition. |
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Accountabilities | |
• Clean bedrooms, bathrooms, toilets and other rooms in MSF houses.
• Do the laundry iron clothes and other housekeeping activities.
• Support the cook (washing up, cleaning the kitchen, etc.).
• Sweep and mop the floors.
• Restock supplies (toilet paper, soap, etc.) as required.
• Upon arrival, prepare hot water for tea/coffee and refill drinking water.
• Check that the toilets are well stocked with paper, soap and condoms.
• Check that the water supply (kitchen, showers, etc.) is sufficient during water cuts.
• Keep premises properly locked (doors, windows).
MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities |
· Clean and disinfect all assigned areas (wards, consultation rooms, offices, toilets, and common spaces) in accordance with MSF Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) protocols.
· Ensure proper segregation, collection, and disposal of medical and non-medical waste following MSF waste management procedures.
· Monitor availability of cleaning materials and PPE, use them efficiently, and request replenishment when needed.
· Report hygiene, maintenance, or safety issues (e.g., leaks, pests, damaged equipment, shortages) to the supervisor without delay.
· Support emergency or outbreak response activities by reinforcing cleaning, disinfection, and waste management measures as instructed.
Requirements | |||
| Education | · Essential high school |
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| Experience | · Essential at least 2 years in NGO. Desirable MSF experience. |
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| Language | · Essential: proficient in English and Somali languages. |
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| Competencies | · Commitment · Flexibility · Stress Management · Results · Teamwork · Service |
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Candidates meeting the above qualifications are requested to submit a cover letter and an updated Curriculum Vitae as a SINGLE FILE in PDF mentioning the subject line “CLEANER” through this link https://ko-hr.kenya.msf.org/jobs on or before 10th September 2025.
“All Education/Experience/trainings/etc. that is NOT supported with certified documents, shall not be considered”
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
No physical application will be accepted.
(MSF is an equal Employer and does not charge any application/recruitment or training)