Cleaner
Perform daily cleaning of offices and common areas.
Overview
Perform daily cleaning of offices and common areas.
You have:
- Experience in office cleaning is desirable.
- Diligence is required for the role.
- Punctuality is required for the role.
- Integrity is required in carrying out duties.
- Proficiency in Ukrainian language is required.
- English language skills will be an advantage.
Contract
This is a DRC - National contract. More about DRC - National contracts.
Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a leading protection agency with a mandate to protect, advocate and promote durable solutions for displacement affected populations.
DRC has been operating in Ukraine since 2014, currently DRC employs over 800 staff in Ukraine and implements emergency response in the Protection, Livelihoods, Shelter/NFIs and Humanitarian Disarmament and Peacebuilding (humanitarian mine action) sectors, using direct interventions, support to duty bearers and civil society organizations (CSOs), and partnerships with CSOs. DRC will continue and adapt its durable solutions portfolio to the evolving context.
DRC is currently looking for a Cleaner in Mykolaiv.
This position will be line managed by the Administration Team Leader.
Your main duties and responsibilities will be:
- Daily wet cleaning of offices, common areas (corridor, kitchen, restroom, conference room);
- Daily dry cleaning of surfaces in common areas, as well as their disinfection;
- Polishing surfaces and furniture;
- Ensuring cleanliness of glass, mirror, and ceramic surfaces;
- Washing kitchen appliances and utensils (coffee maker, kettle, refrigerator, etc. as needed);
- Monitoring the availability of office consumables (liquid soap, toilet paper, hand towels, cleaning agents, etc.);
- Daily garbage collection, replacement of garbage bags;
- Seasonal window cleaning (twice a year or as needed);
- Conducting general cleaning four times a year;
- Dusting switches, skirting boards, and hardware;
- Caring for office plants;
- Creating an atmosphere of cleanliness and friendliness.
About you
To be successful in the role of Cleaner, we expect the following:
- Experience in office cleaning (desirable).
- Diligence.
- Punctuality.
- Integrity.
- Love for cleanliness.
- Responsible execution of duties.
- Proficiency Ukrainian language.
- English will be an advantage.
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
We offer:
Contract length: open ended contract after 3 month probation period. Level: K – Non-Management Designation of Duty Station: Mykolaiv - Full time based
Start date: As soon as possible. Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national staff.
Application process:
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages in English).
Applications are open until 9th February 2025
Applications sent by email will not be considered.
We reserve the right to conduct further interviews before the deadline for submission of applications.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a time you maintained a clean workspace under pressure. | This question assesses your ability to prioritize cleanliness and organization. | Provide a specific example demonstrating your diligence. |
| How do you ensure you meet deadlines for cleaning tasks? | The interviewer wants to understand your time management skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps do you take for effective communication with your team regarding supplies? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you share an experience where you had to deal with a difficult cleaning situation? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What does integrity mean to you in a workplace setting? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |