View Vacancy – Housekeeper (02/25 LIL)

Job Category

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)

Job Subcategory

Corporate Services Support

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

Main purpose of job:

To ensure the immaculate upkeep and hospitality of the residence, maintaining a good environment conducive to the functions and activities hosted within its premises.

Roles and responsibilities

The housekeeper is responsible for cleaning designated areas of the Head of Mission’s Residence as well as supporting official events and entertainment hosted by the Head of Mission, staff meetings, trainings and other internal events.

Key responsibilities are as follows:

Perform thorough cleaning duties in all designated areas in the premises of the Head of mission’s residence:

Vacuuming, mopping, dusting, and sanitizing surfaces throughout designated areas.
Wash and vacuum upholstered furniture.
Ensure all rooms are tidy, well-maintained, and presentable at all times.
Launder and iron linens and clothing items as needed.
Water indoor plants
Maintain order in the utility rooms: pantry, wine cellar, laundry room, and all other storage areas.
Empty waste bins and change bin bags.
Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and notify management of any shortages or maintenance issues.

2. Table Waiting and support works:

Assist with meal preparation and service for official events.
Prepare and set tables for events.
Clear tables, wash glassware, crockery, and cutlery after events

3. Other:

Adhere to security protocols and maintain confidentiality at all times.
Compliance with health and safety regulations while performing duties.
Wear and look after work attire.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

Proven experience as a housekeeper or similar role, preferably in a high-profile setting or residences of embassies.
Excellent knowledge of cleaning techniques and sanitation standards.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
Excellent communication skills.
Flexibility to work evenings, and weekends as needed.
A qualification from Malawi Institute of Tourism will be an added advantage

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

Required behaviours

Changing and Improving, Communicating and Influencing, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together

Application deadline

4 February 2025

Grade

Type of Position

Permanent, Part-Time

Working hours per week

25 hours per week

Region

Africa

Country/Territory

Malawi

Location (City)

Lilongwe

Type of Post

British High Commission

Salary Currency

USD

Salary

257,14 (monthly)

Type of Salary

monthly

Start Date

1 April 2025

Other benefits and conditions of employment

Learning and development opportunities:

There is ample opportunity to develop through FCDO/Civil Service training courses. The British High Commission has a generous training budget and we encourage staff to identify training to improve their performance and aid their career progression, in consultation with their line-manager.

Working patterns:

25 hours per week.

Additional information

Please complete the application form in full as the information provided is used during screening.
Please check your application carefully before you submit, as no changes can be made once submitted.
The British High Commission will never request any payment or fees to apply for a position.
Employees recruited locally by the British High Commission in Lilongwe are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Malawi.
All candidates must be legally able to work and reside in the country of the vacancy with the correct visa/work permit status or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permit.
The responsibility lies on the successful candidate to;

Obtain the relevant permit
Pay fees for the permit
Make arrangements to relocate
Meet the costs to relocation

The British High Commission does not sponsor visas/work permits except where it may be local practice to do so.
Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.
Information about the Civil Service Success Profiles can be found on this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles. Please note: AA=A1, AO=A2, EO=B3, HEO=C4, SEO=C5
Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted on successful candidates.
Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of 3/6 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate”.

Please be aware that you will only be able to apply to vacancies for Country Based Staff roles with the British Government through this official tal.net site (operated by Oleeo). Jobs may be advertised on third party websites, however our adverts will always link back to the official tal.net site. If you complete and send an application through any other site, we will not receive it.

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