House Keeper

Job Description: House Keeper

• Position: House Keeper
• Location: Mongu
• Department: Operations
• Line Manager: Procurement Officer
• Start Date: As soon as possible
• Contract Duration: July to December 2024 (with possibility of extension)
• Application Deadline: Rolling basis
• Salary: To be disclosed during recruitment process

About People in Need: People in Need (PIN) has been operational in Zambia since 2017, providing essential aid in nutrition, livelihoods, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), environment, and governance sectors. As part of Alliance 2015, a network of European NGOs, we are committed to diversity and gender equality in our organization.

Project Summary: The House Keeper will provide crucial support by maintaining cleanliness at the PIN office, team house, and guest house. Additionally, they will prepare lunch for PIN staff.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Wash dishes, mats, curtains, and clothes as required.
• Maintain high cleanliness standards for offices and visitor areas.
• Purchase food items as requested.
• Ensure sanitizers and hand washing facilities are well-maintained.
• Inventory and maintain cleaning supplies.
• Cook meals, ensuring all fresh food is thoroughly washed and sanitized.
• Daily cleaning of office spaces, with particular attention to kitchens and bathrooms.
• Restock kitchen and restroom supplies.
• Ensure windows are cleaned regularly.
• Maintain water filters with boiled and cooled water.
• Report maintenance issues to the Manager.
• Responsible for managing cleaning materials and reporting asset movements or damages.

Accountability and Safeguarding:

• Adhere to PIN’s Code of Conduct and safeguarding policies.
• Participate in training on safeguarding and conduct policies.
• Support implementation of safeguarding measures.
• Create and maintain a safe and protective environment.

Other Responsibilities:

• Fulfill any other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Essentials:

• Basic understanding of English.
• Experience in cleaning and/or cooking is advantageous.

Preferred:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexible approach to work.
• Methodical and organized work style.
• Awareness of health and safety practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to cleanliness and honesty.

Benefits:

• 24 days of annual leave.
• Contributions to Health Insurance (NHIMA) as per law.
• Accident insurance for work-related injuries.
• National pension scheme contributions.
• Extensive capacity building through internal and external training.
• Induction training and access to online learning platforms.
• Monthly contribution towards phone tariffs.
• Annual staff retreat.
• International environment with learning opportunities.
• Paternity leave (5 days) and maternity leave (14 weeks).
• Breastfeeding breaks for nursing colleagues.
• Per diem for work-related travel.
• Supportive and fair work environment in a small, collaborative structure.
• Lunch provided at the office (Mongu Office).
• Two health breaks per day.

Employment Conditions: Salaries are based on the People in Need Salary Scale, and shortlisted candidates will be informed during the recruitment process.