Cleaner

International Rescue Committee; Multan; On-site; PKR 279,000 - 391,000; Full time

Job summary

International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Multan is seeking a cleaner for a nutrition-focused, UNICEF-funded project. The role reports to the Supply Chain Officer and involves maintaining high standards of cleanliness in assigned facilities.

The position supports daily operations, including laundry and kitchen tasks as needed, with emphasis on hygiene and safety. Applicants should have at least matriculation and 2+ years of relevant experience in an office setting or NGO context.

Qualifications

• Education: minimum matriculate.
• Good health and personal hygiene.
• Demonstrated cleaning skills.
• Responsive to direction and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning of rooms, floors, surfaces, and fixtures to prescribed standards.
• Keep cleaning supply closets tidy; request and maintain supplies and equipment.
• Clean bathrooms and eating areas daily for hygiene.
• Empty waste baskets and prepare trash for pickup.
• Sweep walkways and outdoor areas; dispose of litter.
• Clean windows, fridges, fans, and lighting as scheduled.
• Provide laundry and kitchen assistance as assigned.
• Provide emergency or spot cleaning as needed.
• Identify and report maintenance concerns (plumbing, lights, doors, etc.)
• Prepare rooms for meetings and activities; support training needs.
• Participate in training and development activities as requested.

Skills

Cleaning skills

Health and hygiene

Independence

Prioritization

Willingness to learn

Education

Matriculate

Job description

Job Description:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

The International Rescue Committee is initiating a short-term nutrition-focused project funded by UNICEF. The initial duration of the project is 4 months with possible further extension. The cleaner will be reporting to the Supply Chain Officer based in Multan. Provide assistance and support in day-to-day cleaning activities. Cleaners’ primary responsibility will be to provide high-quality cleaning support with proper hygienic materials.

Major Responsibilities:

• On a daily basis, straighten rooms and clean floors/carpets, surfaces and fixtures in assigned facilities to prescribed standards and in keeping with assigned schedules.
• Maintain the order and cleanliness of cleaning supply closets and cabinets. Request cleaning supplies and equipment, as needed. Maintain cleaning equipment and materials in good and clean condition.
• Clean bathrooms and eating areas daily to maintain cleanliness and hygiene.
• Empty waste baskets daily. Prepare for scheduled trash pick-up. Remove equipment boxes and shipping containers for storage or disposal, as directed.
• Sweep walkways, external stairs, and outer areas at least once a day. Pick up and dispose of litter.
• Clean windows, refrigerators, fans, air-conditioners, and lighting fixtures, as needed or scheduled. Wash carpets, as needed or scheduled.
• Provide laundry and cooking/kitchen services, as assigned.
• Provide emergency or spot‑cleaning assistance, as needed or requested.
• Maintain back‑up supplies of water, as needed.
• Prepare rooms for meetings and other activities assigned.
• Identify and report maintenance concerns, including but not limited to problems with plumbing, light fixtures, windows, doors, and cleaning equipment.
• Participate in professional training and development activities, as needed or requested.

Key Working Relationships:

Position Reports to: Supply Chain Officer at Multan.

Job Requirements:

a) Education:

Minimum matriculate

b) Work Experience:

Minimum two (02) years of relevant work experience in an office environment, preferably with an INGO, NGO, or private sector organization.

• Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:
• Good health and personal hygiene.
• Demonstrated cleaning skills.
• Responsiveness to direction and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently, timely and manage competing priorities.

Previous experience in a similar role with an NGO, INGO, or development sector organization will be an added advantage.

Note: The interviews will be conducted on rolling basis, and only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.

Professional Standards:

All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objective to deliver the best possible services to our clients.