Job Vacancy at ChildFund International – Assistant, Office

Summary

Under the direction of the Administrative Assistant, this position is responsible for performing janitorial duties for the Country Office. Knowledge or willingness to learn proper cleaning techniques is essential.

Duties and RESPONSIBILITIES ChildFund International is committed to a workplace culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Furthermore, ChildFund International is committed to ensuring a workplace that safeguards and protects all children, including preventing their sexual exploitation and abuse, as well as preventing the sexual exploitation and abuse of its staff, partners, and program participants.

• Maintain the cleanness of the office (all surfaces, floors, windows, wastepaper bins emptied, bathrooms and as required) and front entrance of building.
• Sweeping, dusting and mopping of flooring, rooms and stairs, and cleaning office desks and furniture
• Cleaning windowsills and windows in the office building
• Clean and sanitize bathrooms/toilets.
• Clean sinks, countertops, microwaves, and refrigerators in offices
• Wash teacup, saucers, trays, towels and other dirty items of all staff members and visitors
• Wash window curtain periodically
• Sweep and mop as necessary all outdoor areas in compound (including balconies)
• Uproot shrubs and grass and clear debris from grounds.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies,
• Monthly planning of procurement of all cleaning items to be submitted to the Admin Officer (e.g. cleaning fluid, garbage bags, soap, toilet paper etc.).

• Identify needed repairs in the compound and premises and alert Admin Officer for action
• Once cleaning is done, assist in other office work such as photocopying documents, filing and other minor administrative job when requested by staff.
• Conduct herself/himself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to ChildFund and not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
• Spray insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation.
• Other duties assigned.

EDUCATION Attempted WASCE exam

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• At least a year's experience as Office assistant and or janitorial service
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good client/customer service skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to work effectively with a team.
• Ability to work independently as needed to support the group effort.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning products or willing to learn.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently/self-starter.

ChildFund International is committed to safeguarding the interests, rights, and well-being of children with whom it is in contact and to conducting its programs and operations in a manner that is safe for children.

Deadline for Application: 1st July, 2021

How to Apply

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