Cleaner
Ensure compliance with hygiene standards at the DRC office and guesthouse.
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Overview
Ensure compliance with hygiene standards at the DRC office and guesthouse.
You have:
- Relevant experience in cleaning position.
- Demonstrate DRC's five core competencies: Striving for excellence, Collaborating, Taking the lead, Communicating, and Demonstrating integrity.
Contract
This is a DRC - National contract. More about DRC - National contracts.
The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfilment of the wish to return home.
The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.
All our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation.
Overall purpose of the role:
To ensure compliance with minimum hygiene standards at the DRC office, guesthouse (GH) and other DRC premises, upon request, in compliance with DRC Cleaning Checklists.
About the job:
Responsibilities:
Daily Tasks:
- Training rooms: armchairs, tables, light switches, door handles, cleaning floor with are disinfected daily as a priority
- Disinfect desks, armchairs, light switches, door handles and other commonly used surfaces
- Sweep the floors and stairs (taking care not to damage electrical equipment on the floor such as UPS, electrical wire etc.), including containers
- Clean the office sinks, toilets, and washrooms. Monitor bathrooms hourly
- Clean general surfaces in the kitchen
- Refill soap dispensers, toilet papers, hand towels if needed. Ensure soap is always available.
- Ensure that office/GH’s surroundings and all premises (buildings, containers) are clean
Bi - Weekly tasks
- Ensure watering of the plants, if any
- Water Cleaning of the stairs
- Clear and dispose of the rubbish from the office/GH as required
- GH Rooms: twice a week cleaning: floor, tables...
- GH Rooms: once a week, change the bedding sets, and towels
Monthly tasks
Windows cleaning
Cleaning of cupboards, walls and deep cleaning of general surfaces
General Duties:
Cleaning Checklist must be signed and completed on a daily basis. In case that some tasks are not completed, they will be followed up on the next day
Ensure the cleaning of towels, bedding sets... with the washing machine when needed and when electricity is available
Safety procession should be taken, and PPE (Protective Personal Equipment) should be used as instructed
Supervisors should be informed of any repairs, replacements required of maintenance equipment or any gaps in cleaning materials
Poor maintenance of kitchen areas and office/GH space should be reported directly to the Supervisor
Any other related duty assigned by the line manager might be allocated
DRC reserves a right to request cleaning of other DRC premises
About you
Education: Relevant experience in cleaning position.
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 act in line with DRC’s vision and values.
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. A****pplications sent by email will not be considered.
Location: Gaza Strip
Closing date for applications: 13-12-2025
If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport.
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to ensure cleanliness and hygiene in a shared environment? | This question assesses your ability to maintain hygiene standards in communal spaces. | Provide specific examples of your responsibilities in previous cleaning roles. |
| How do you prioritize cleaning tasks in a busy environment? | The interviewer wants to know about your time management skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps do you take to ensure the safety of yourself and others while cleaning? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle feedback regarding your cleaning performance? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of a challenging cleaning situation you faced? How did you resolve it? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use to maintain high cleaning standards? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a situation where you collaborated with others to improve a cleaning process. What was the outcome? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure that cleaning supplies are adequately stocked and maintained? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Updated 7 months ago
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