Housekeeper - Retainer , Multiple positions

Jerusalem Office – UNOPS Project Management and Infrastructure Centre of Excellence

Since the opening of the Jerusalem Office in 2006, UNOPS has significantly strengthened its operations in Palestine. Our expert knowledge, skills and management systems contribute to the sustainable development of public infrastructure in Gaza and the West Bank, including Area C and East Jerusalem.

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.

• 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 

• Working knowledge of English is required 

• Working knowledge of Arabic is required 

• Working knowledge of Hebrew is an advantage

Contract type: Reatiner-Part Time | Local  Individual Contractor Agreement

Contract level: ICS 1

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.

• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.

• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. 

• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.

• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.  If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions 

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 

• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.

• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.

• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.