Cleaner

Ensure the cleanliness of the office and guest house premises.

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DRC - Danish Refugee Council

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Sumy (Ukraine)

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Application deadline 1 month ago: Thursday 30 Apr 2026 at 21:59 UTC

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Overview

Ensure the cleanliness of the office and guest house premises.

You have:

At least 2 years of experience in a similar position.
Hardworking.
Punctuality.
Decency.
Neat appearance.
Love of cleanliness.
Responsible performance of duties.
Knowledge of sanitation and hygiene rules.
Knowledge of the basic rules for cleaning and caring for different types of surfaces.

Contract

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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 Sumy.

About the job

A Cleaner ensures that the office and guest house premises are kept clean. Reports to the HR and Administration Team leader.

Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

Wet cleaning of offices and common areas (corridors, kitchen, restrooms, conference room) as needed.
Dry cleaning and disinfection of surfaces in common areas.
Polishing of surfaces and furniture.
Ensuring the cleanliness of glass, mirror, and ceramic surfaces.
Washing kitchen appliances and utensils (coffee maker, kettle, refrigerator, dishes, etc., as needed).
Monitoring the availability of office supplies (liquid soap, detergents, etc.).
Collecting trash and replacing trash bags.
Seasonal window cleaning (twice a year or as needed).
General cleaning as needed.
Dusting switches, baseboards, and hardware.
Caring for plants in the office.
Wet cleaning of apartments: washing floors, polishing surfaces and furniture, ensuring the cleanliness of glass, mirror, and ceramic surfaces, washing and treating sanitary ware, washing kitchen appliances and utensils, collecting trash, seasonal window cleaning as needed.
Creating an atmosphere of cleanliness and friendliness.

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to have at least 2 years of experience in a similar position. Moreover, we also expect the following:

Required

Hardworking.
Punctuality.
Decency.
Neat appearance.
Love of cleanliness.
Responsible performance of duties.

Desirable

Knowledge of the basic rules for cleaning and caring for different types of surfaces.
Knowledge of sanitation and hygiene rules, safe use of cleaning and disinfecting agents.

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

Working hours: Part-time position (50% Full-Time Equivalent)
Contract length: probation period — 3 months with the possibility of extension depending on performance and availability of funding
Band: К non-management.
Designation of Duty Station: Sumy
Start date: as soon as possible

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for employees on national contracts.

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.

Closing date for applications: 30 April 202****6.

We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible, interviews might be conducted on a rolling basis. DRC reserves the right to select candidate before the vacancy close date once a suitable candidate has been identified.

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience in maintaining cleanliness in an office or similar environment?	This question assesses your relevant experience and skills in cleaning.	Discuss specific duties you've performed and any special cleaning tasks you've undertaken.
How do you prioritize your cleaning tasks when faced with multiple responsibilities?	This question evaluates your organizational skills and time management.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a situation where you had to manage your time effectively while ensuring cleanliness.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What cleaning products do you prefer to use and why?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle situations where cleaning supplies are running low?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of how you ensure the cleanliness of shared spaces?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What measures do you take to ensure a hygienic and safe environment?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you maintain your own motivation and attention to detail in your cleaning tasks?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.