Save the Children recruitment for an Office Assistant


Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In times of acute crisis, we mobilize rapid assistance to help children recover from the effects of war, conflict and natural disasters. Each year, we and our partners reach millions of children in communities around the world. Join our dedicated and diverse staff in their work to improve the well-being of children everywhere. We are recruiting to fill the position below:     Job Title: Office Assistant Ref: 190002LT Location: Duste, Jigawa Grade: 7 Post Type: National Employee Status: Permanent Child Safeguarding Level 3

  • The responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with children or young people and, in the overseas context all posts are considered to be level 3 posts in view of potential situations which may allow staff unsupervised access to vulnerable children and young people.
Role Purpose
  • To provide a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness throughout the Office
Scope of Role:
  • Reports to: Admin & Logistic Assistant
  • Staff directly reporting to this post: None
  • Budget responsibility: None
Key Areas of Accountability:
  • Sweep and mop floors
  • Dispose dirt inside the waste basket and dustbin daily
  • Use cleaning solutions to remove stains and clean surfaces.
  • Mix various cleaning agents.
  • Cut and trim the flowers & grass within & outside the premises
  • Sweep the compound
  • Undertake any other duties as may be required from time to time.
  • Wet-wipe and polish all high-level shelves.
  • Wet-wipe window ledges
  • Always adhere to all company policies and procedures
  • Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
  • Dust furniture and scrub surfaces clean.
  • Clean and service restrooms with mops and disinfectants.
  • Identify and report possible repairs.
  • Support in movement of heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies.
  • Wash kitchen utensils and make sure the kitchen surface is always neat, clean and dry
  • Ensures no plates, cups or utensils are left over the night in the kitchen sink.
  • Remove  cobwebs
  • Other ad hoc tasks as requested by Line Manager.
Skills and Behaviours (Our Values in Practice) Accountability:
  • Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
  • Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved.
Ambition:
  • Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same
  • Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
  • Future orientated, thinks strategically
Collaboration:
  • Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners and supporters
  • Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
  • Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to
Creativity:
  • Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
  • Willing to take disciplined risks
Integrity:
  • Honest, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrity
Skills & Experience
  • Level of Education - SSCE
  • General Communication & Interpersonal Skill Level - Good
  • Language Requirements - English - Good, Hausa - Good
  • Desired Number of years prior experience in a similar role: 2 years
    How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply   Application Deadline  22nd August, 2019.