Housekeepers Team Leader – Kyiv – 810392

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral, and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance. The ICRC is mandated to work in countries affected by armed conflict or other situations of violence. The ICRC is present in over 100 countries and has 18,000 staff worldwide. In 2014, the ICRC expanded its presence in Ukraine. We have over 900 team members working across the county in various professional fields.

About the job 

The ICRC Administration Unit is seeking two competent Housekeeper Team Leaders to join our team in Kyiv. The two Housekeeper Team Leaders will work together, supervising a team of housekeepers and ensuring that ICRC premises are clean and in order. 

Start date: 01 September 2024

Your Tasks and Responsibilities

• Ensure proper and timely provision of housekeeping services (office, apartments, warehouse)
• Lead, supervise, support, and guide a team of housekeepers
• Organize work schedules for housekeepers
• Ensure that all housekeepers are adequately equipped and instructed
• Manage and deliver the stock of cleaning-related products and keep related statistics and files properly
• Provide instructions and supervise the housekeeping team in organizing tea/coffee breaks for internal meetings during usual office hours
• Manage the supply and distribution of all stocks and inventories, including coffee break items, drinking water, cleaning materials and stationery, contingency stock, etc.
• Manage the inventories of the ICRC office and residences. 
• Ensure that the replenishment is organized on time and all corresponding documents are prepared and submitted for validation promptly and accordingly 
• Ensure that all consumption statistics are recorded and adequately kept
• Take up the responsibilities as a housekeeper as needed

What we offer you

• A great team to work with and an organization where you have an impact
• Employment contract according to Ukrainian labor law with flexible working arrangements 
• Competitive salary between 24000 UAH and 34000 UAH (gross) before taxation
• Medical insurance for you and your depending family members
• Comprehensive onboarding and learning opportunities
• 20 days of annual paid leave
• Convenient office location in the city center

The ICRC is an equal-opportunity employer that prioritizes staff safety and security. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds, including candidates with disabilities, are encouraged to apply for the position. We also value our employees' professional growth and offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. For more information, visit the website http://www.icrc.org/.

About you

To be successful as a Housekeeper Team Leader in the Administration Unit, you should possess the following qualifications and experiences and have the following characteristics:  

• Ukrainian citizenship or permanent residence permit in Ukraine
• Primary school education
• At least one year of work experience as domestic staff
• Knowledge of basic hygiene procedures and principles
• Basic knowledge of the English language 
• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principles
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and willing to learn
• Ability to work independently, as well as effectively under supervision
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work within a diverse team and establish and maintain good working relations in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, and multi-disciplinary environment

Interested? Yes? THEN APPLY!

Please submit your English CV, along with your motivation letter and salary expectations, to the attention of the ICRC People and Culture Team. Please label your CV with your first and last names (First Name LAST NAME). In addition, please complete the compulsory ICRC questionnaire. The questionnaire is available through the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/APw3dvQMHJ. (Click on the link or copy the link into your internet browser.)

Your application will be considered only once you have completed the ICRC questionnaire and uploaded your English CV.

Application deadline: 28 October

Only candidates meeting the abovementioned criteria will be contacted for tests and interviews. The ICRC reserves the right to recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the deadline.