Housekeeper – Retainer

Working under the guidance and supervision of the Executive Coordinator / Assistant to the Head of Mission and in close collaboration with all OQ staff and tenants, the housekeeper is responsible for the following deliverables. 

Regular Cleaning 

• Sweep, mop and wash the floor with the use of detergent

• Vacuum cleaning of the carpets & furniture where applicable

• Tidy up offices and premises, including common spaces, kitchen, stores, parking etc. 

• Removal of dust and local contamination from furniture, equipment, shelving, walls, open surfaces, building fixtures etc. 

• Collection of waste and paper from baskets, paper-destructing machines etc.

• Removal and disposal of waste complying with building and local waste management standards 

• Clean and tidy up the garden 

• Water and care for internal plants

• Clean, wash and disinfect toilets and showers. 

• Wash dishes and keep the refrigerator and other kitchen appliances clean and tidy.

• Refill paper, soap and other dispensers; Re-fill supplies where needed.  

• Maintain an inventory of supplies.

Work Experience: A minimum of two years of relevant experience preferably in a setting comparable to the OQ e.g. with international organizations or diplomatic missions.

Organization Skills and Abilities: 

• Strong team player: Ability to work independently and in teams; ability to interact with all levels of individuals; flexible as tasks and priorities shift; respect and proven ability to work and strive in a multicultural environment.

• High stress-tolerance level: ability to work under tight deadlines, juggling multiple competing tasks and prioritizing demands 

Other: Ability to execute basic admin tasks.

Language: 

• Working knowledge of English is required 

• Working knowledge of Arabic is required 

• Working knowledge of Hebrew is an advantage

(The selected candidate is required to work physically in Jerusalem.)