Back Up Housekeeper

Responsibilities of the position: Comply with the health and safety rules for the sites. Take a regular inventory of consumables (tea, coffee, sugar, toilet paper, soap, detergents, etc.) and inform the line manager to avoid depletion of stocks. Daily: Clean MSF premises, in particular: -         Ventilate all rooms; -         Sweep and mop the floors; -         Clean the toilets (detergent) in the morning upon arrival and at the beginning of the afternoon; -         Dust furniture; -         Clean ceilings, removing spiders and cobwebs; -         Wash dishes, if this has not been done by the Cook; -         Empty the waste bins. If working in an office: -         Upon arrival, prepare hot water for tea/coffee; -         Ensure that there is always drinking water available (filter, bottles, etc.); -         Check that the toilets are well stocked with paper, soap and condoms; -         Check that the water supply (kitchen, showers, etc.) is sufficient during water cuts; Ensure that the premises are properly locked (doors, windows) and leave an outside light on        when the premise are unoccupied. Regular: If working in an office: -         Clean the furniture at least twice a week; -         Clean the water filters every week and change the filter at least once every 6 months; -         Wash curtains and other fabrics at least once a month. Clean the windows at least once a month. Assist with setting up the premises for events or meetings. Reporting: Inform the line manager, on a weekly basis, of any installation or equipment maintenance/repair        needs within the assigned premises. Immediately inform the line manager and/or technical adviser when urgent repairs are required or urgent measures must be taken to safeguard the premises (in the event of infestation by insects, rats, etc.).