Cleaner/Cooker

The Opportunity – Cleaner/Cooker (2 vacancies)

Post location:  Field Office in Gaza - Rafah

Contract Duration and Level of Effort: 3 months with possibility for extension

ROLE PURPOSE: 

This position is responsible to enhance the conditions of SCI premises such as living space, national/surge staff Guesthouses etc. and working closely with the admin team to support them to maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the premises as well as being responsible for preparing meals for surge staff joining to Gaza response, according to hygiene standards and security rules. 

SCOPE OF ROLE: 

Reports to: Admin Assistant

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY: 

To clean all areas of the offices / guesthouses thoroughly, with the key aim of enhancing the conditions of living space by having excellent standards. 

Daily

• Vacuuming and wiping down all surfaces 
• Vacuum all carpets and upholstery 
• Dust and polish all chairs, desks, tables and all cupboards and shelves, clean the interiors of cupboards. 
• Dust picture frames and clean the picture glass, desks,
• Polish filing / stationary / poster cabinets
• Clean and disinfect / sterilize all toilets / bathrooms / balconies + terrace / front + back 

yard 

• Rub up the fringe / railing
• Sweep and wash/mop any floor tiles, marble 
• Tidying up each personal and shared rooms, make the beds 
• Dust all other fixtures and fittings, including skirting, radiators, pipes, fire extinguishers and any other surfaces within reach
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors
• Carry out instructions given by the management, admin team and head of office
• Always adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Clean buildings by emptying trash and replace lining of trash cans, sweeping, and cleaning surfaces
• Wash / decontaminate the dishes, crockery, glasses , kitchen appliances, prepare tea / coffee for the office staff/ guests 
• Dust furniture and scrub surfaces clean.
• Use cleaning solutions to remove stains and clean surfaces
• Identify and report possible repairs.

Weekly

• Wet-wipe all skirting boards
• Take down and wash all bric-a-brac
• Dust all lamp shades and bulbs
• Dust all ceiling and wall extraction fans / ACs
• Wet-wipe and polish all high-level shelves, bric-a-brac and books
• Cleaning windows, window ledges
• Laundry / ironing twice a week
• Change the bed linen / pillow case / sheets once or twice a week 
• Deep cleaning in the office and guesthouses once a week 
• Washing the curtains once a month

Cooking Responsibilities:

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• Carry out the preparation of meals for staff 
• Follow at all times all hygiene standards and security rules. 
• Control stock of food so as to ask for anything needed on time, and prepare shopping list and make purchases if required. 
• Ensure meals to be served on time. 
• If applicable set table before every meal and clean it up after each meal. 
• Ensure cleanliness of all facilities, utensils and equipment. 
• If domestic cook, ensure the provision of drinkable water during the day and when she / he leaves: cleaning, filling the filter and empty bottles, changing batteries if necessary. 
• Look after all equipment provided. 
• Keep an inventory of SCI kitchen utensils and equipment, i.e. plates, glasses, cutlery, cookware, etc., and ensure its integrity. 
• Report all important information (lost, robbery, damages, deterioration, incident, etc.).to superior

Any adhoc duties assigned by the immediate line manager. 

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In order to be successful, you will bring/have: 

QUALIFICATIONS   

• Certificate of education and/or Education Literacy
• Course on cooking desirable. 

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Essential:

• Previous experience in this or equivalent post
• Good interpersonal skills
• Verbal and written communication skills in Arabic 
• Attention to detail, organisational skills and discretion with confidential information
• Ability to work independently and proactively.
• Proven ability to handle challenging work load.

Desirable:

• Speaking English proficiency 

We offer a competitive package in the context of the sector. This role is offered on the basis of national terms and conditions. Application will be reviewed and selected on a rolling basis.

Save the Children promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment, women and people with different abilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Organisation

Save the Children works in development and humanitarian contexts with children and partners to help families, communities, and governments identify and use innovations to ensure all children survive, learn and are protected.

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.  
 

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday 
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated 

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children.  We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued. 

Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at Search Jobs - SCI Career Site Careers (oraclecloud.com).

If you’re unable to apply through the website, please submit your full application through email [email protected] , or WhatsApp number:+970592973634 reflecting the position name you’re applying to.  

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy