BACKGROUND:

The International Rescue Committee, one of the world’s largest humanitarian international NGOs, provides relief, rehabilitation, and development support to vulnerable people and communities over 30 countries. We began work in Ethiopia in 2000 in response to severe drought in Ethiopia’s Somali region and are currently providing assistance to Ethiopians and refugees in six regions in Ethiopia, implementing emergency and development programs in health, water and sanitation, economic recovery and development (ERD), women’s protection and empowerment, education, child protection, and multi-sectoral emergency response.

Job Overview:  Under the direct supervision of HR/Admin Officer in Hawassa the cleaner works closely with support and programs to provide cleaning of office, store and refreshment services to IRC staffs at Hawassa.

 Major Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all offices and compound are kept clean and well equipped for use all the time.

• Keeps toilets, shower rooms, corridors, windows, cupboards, TV and other equipment clean and tidy all the time.

• See that the taps are closed after use and observe the waste buckets are emptied after every cleaning work is done and dispose wastes in consistently.

• Cleaning of the office should always be carried out at a time and in such away as not to interfere with the work of IRC staff in any way.

• Provide any refreshment services (Tea, Coffee and others) to IRC members and guests on their request.

• Requests any requirements for cleaning products, materials, or refreshments needed for staffs/canteen.

• Discard or burn unwanted materials such as used papers and dirty materials in a pit

• Document photo copying for admin purpose only, if any.

• Perform any other related duties assigned by her supervisor.

Job Requirements

• At least one year of relevant experience.

• Primary education up to 6 (six)

• Ability to understand oral and written instruction and perform simple tasks.

• NGO experience is a plus.

 Language Skills:

•       Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as, an overall ability to be clear and concise in all communications. 

How to Apply

Candidates meeting the above qualifications are encouraged to apply through the below link IRC On-line recruitment website: and send your CV, Application Letter, copies of credentials in person to the IRC Hawassa Field  Office. IRC On-line recruitment website: 

Register using this LINK

Please include 3 references from current and former employers.

Applications will not be returned. IRC discourages phone calls or personal visits.

Only applicants meeting the minimum qualification will be short listed and contacted.

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Your application letter/cover letter must include the following information. 

•      Name of the position you have applied for. 

•      Date of application 

•      Summary of your qualifications and experience 

IRC is an equal employment opportunity employer.  IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.

Professional Standards: The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity Anti-Retaliation and Combating Trafficking in Persons

Gender Equality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols, and other supportive benefits and allowances.

Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.