Categories: Vacancies, October 2026

Cleaner (Retainer) -Multiple positions

Location: Addis Ababa

Organization: UNOPS

Deadline: January 12, 2025

Job Description

Background Information – Job-specific

UNOPS Horn of Africa Multi Country Office is recruiting for this position: Cleaners (Retainer) – based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

This is a local position, and is hence open to Ethiopian nationals only.

The Cleaner will work under the direct supervision of the Admin Clerk. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across office spaces, restrooms, kitchen areas and other assigned facilities, ensuring safe and sanitary environment un line with organizational standards.

Functional Responsibilities

The Cleaner will be reporting to the Admin Clerk and will be responsible for the following dutiesDay to day functions

Clean and sanitize office spaces, restrooms, kitchen areas, hall, and other assigned areas and clean windows, glass surfaces, and mirrors.
Dusting, sweeping, washing and mopping of the office floor, bathrooms, kitchens, furniture and other materials.
Ensure all cleaning supplies and equipment are in good working order.
Filling dispensers with liquid soap and toilet paper, disposable paper for toilet, towels and deodorants;
Removal of dust and local contamination from the open surfaces of cabinets, shelves; tables, chairs, desks, windows, doors, doors frame, IT and office equipment.
Collection of waste and paper from baskets, removal of waste to the designated place, inserting plastic bags into trash cans; and empty trash bins and dispose of waste according to procedures.
Cleaning of mirror and glass surfaces.
Watering flowers and caring for plants;
Cleaning, washing, disinfection with special solutions of sinks, tiled walls, dispensers and accessories;
Notify Admin clerk of occurring deficiencies or needs for cleaning and repairs
Assist in the setup and cleanup of special events, if required.
Follow safety and sanitation guidelines at all times.
Maintain confidentiality and integrity at all times.

Report any maintenance issues or safety hazards to the Admin Clerk.

Monthly deep cleaning
Cleaning of floors: sweeping, washing, removing stains from the floor, deep cleaning of the floor;
Perform deep cleaning tasks such as carpet cleaning and floor waxing when necessary
Washing of windows.
Conducting monthly disinfection and deep cleaning

Key results expected

To provide professional cleaning services to UNOPS premises.
To observe the environmental safety of the detergents used, in accordance with HSSE and sanitary standards.
To observe the norms and rules of safety, fire and electrical safety.
To commit to wear the Personal protection equipment at all times while providing the cleaning services

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education:	Secondary School completion is desirable.
Experience:	A minimum of one year of relevant experience in cleaning and housekeeping, or a combination of education and experience, is required. Experience of working with the UN/NGO is an asset. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision is an asset
Language Requirements:	Basic English speaking skills and a good understanding of the English Language in general is highly desirable. Fluency in the local language (Amharic) is required.