Cleaner

***Due to the urgency to fill this role, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Kindly note that the position might be filled before the vacancy announcement is closed; therefore, early applications are encouraged.***

***This role will be contingent upon securing available funds, and we might use this vacancy to fill more than one post.***

The Opportunity – Cleaner  

Post location:  Gaza Field Office - Deir al Balah - PHCC

Contract Duration and Level of Effort: 3 months 

ROLE PURPOSE: 

The cleaner/waste operator is responsible for maintaining adequate hygiene conditions of the primary health care center and for the disposal of clinical waste in a safe manner. This role is essential for the delivery of safe health services respecting infection control precautions. 

Post holder will be expected to maintain high Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) standards according to Save the Children guidelines. 

SCOPE OF ROLE: 

Reports to: Health Officer

Staff reporting to this post: None.

Role Dimensions: NA

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Cleaner is responsible to clean and maintain cleanliness of consultation rooms, triage, waiting area, restrooms and other areas of the clinic. 
• Maintains waste collection area clean and free of spills (walls, tables, floors).
• Ensure bins are emptied and clean when required.
• Ensure the grounds are free of clinic waste .
• Notify supervisor of any deficiencies or needs 
• Ensure all waste is segregated into these three categories: General or domestic waste, Infectious waste + Organic, Sharps Waste 
• Remove waste from clinical areas at least 1-2 times each day and more frequently as needed
• Waste bags should be tied before removing from the area
• Prepare waste for onsite and offsite transportation to the designated waste disposal zone
• Ensure waste containers are labeled appropriately according to the waste type
• Inspects waste containers are intact (not leaking), cleaned and replaced
• Store waste in specified areas with restricted access
• Any other tasks assigned by line manager or health team leader

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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Experience in cleaning services. 

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Able to establish good working relationships and positively contribute to a team
• Able to prioritize and plan, co-ordinate and monitor own and work of others
• Flexible, positive and proactive approach to work
• Able to work in a stressful and changing environment with limited resources
• Willing to keep abreast of new developments through continued learning
• Able to recognize and respect confidential matters
• Concern for the wellbeing of children and interest in Child Rights

Additional job responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.

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 Organization

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. 

Application Information:

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 Cleaner

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.