Housekeeper at International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a Housekeeper to provide efficient and orderly management of cleaning for the Director General’s residence.  

Key Responsibilities

• Keep all areas of the residence clean and tidy as per the laid down standards
• Use and maintain all housekeeping equipment and tools in a safe, clean and working condition and report any damages and deficits
• Empty, clean trash containers and dispose of wastes in designated areas in a sanitary manner
• Tidy up rooms and make up beds such as changing linens
• Monitor and replenish household supplies for instance in the bathrooms to maintain adequate levels
• Perform laundry work including sorting, washing, ironing and storing appropriately
• Observe rules and regulation to ensure own health and safety and that of the residents
• Take care of pets by grooming, exercising, and/or feeding them
• Observe precautions required to protect the house property, report damage or theft accordingly
• Perform any other duties as may be required

Requirements

• Certificate in housekeeping and laundry   
• Three years relevant experience
• Ability to communicate fluently in English, both written and verbal
• High sense of confidentiality
• Skills in food production will be an added advantage
• Experience working in a diplomatic residence will be a plus
• Commitment to high standards of housekeeping whilst respecting the individual wishes of the residents

Closing: 11, May, 2023