CLEANER

Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF)
Mogadishu, Somalia
Cleaner/cooker

Job Description

A CLEANER position is currently open at Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) with the duty station in Mogadishu. The ideal candidate will have 2 - 3 years of professional experience in the Cleaner/cooker field. Submit your application by Aug, 27 to be considered for this role.

MSF is an independent humanitarian medical organization providing emergency medical aid to populationsin

need. MSF Somalia mission is seeking a qualified person for the position below:

Job Title: CLEANER

Work

Location: MOGADISHU; Somalia

Start date: As soon as possible

Length of contract: Fixed term (1year) 100% with 3 months’ probation period.

Execute, according to hygienic standards, housekeeping, cleaning and tiding up activities in order to ensure public

and staff private areas are in good condition

Accountabilities

 Clean bedrooms, bathrooms, toilets and other rooms in MSF houses.

 Do the laundry iron clothes and other housekeeping activities.

 Support the cook (washing up, cleaning the kitchen, etc.).

 Sweep and mop the floors.

 Restock supplies (toilet paper, soap, etc.) as required.

 Upon arrival, prepare hot water for tea/coffee and refill drinking water.

 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.

 Keep premises properly locked (doors, windows).

Other tasks include, but are not limited to

 Ensure office workspaces, meeting rooms, common areas, and guesthouse facilities are maintained in a

clean, orderly, and professional condition at all times.

 Support the reception and accommodation readiness of visitors and newly arrived staff in the guesthouse.

 Monitor and promptly report maintenance needs, damages, plumbing issues, electrical faults, or other

facility-related concerns to the supervisor.

 Support proper waste segregation and disposal in accordance with MSF procedures and local regulations.

 Ensure cleaning activities are conducted with minimal disruption to office operations and staff activities.

About Mogadishu

Mogadishu, known locally as Muqdisho, is the capital of Somalia and the country's largest city. It serves as the political, economic, and cultural heart of the nation. The city hosts the headquarters of numerous UN agencies, international NGOs, and government institutions, offering diverse career opportunities for development and humanitarian professionals.

Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Muqdisho • Shaqo Cusub • Shaqo Buuxda

Qualifications & Requirements

Requirements

Education Literacy Essential, preferrable: Secondary school.

Experience Essential: Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in cleaning, housekeeping, or facility

maintenance in an office, guesthouse, hotel, NGO, INGO or similar environment.

Desirable: Previous experience with MSF in similar role.

Languages English and Somalia.

Competencies • Commitment

  • Flexibility
  • Stress Management
  • Results
  • Teamwork
  • Service

How to Apply

If you meet the above requirements, please apply through the link attaching your CV & motivation letter as a single file by

27th August 2026 .under the subject “CLEANER”. The detailed advertisement and application portal can be

accessed via the following link: https://ko-hr.kenya.msf.org/jobs

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

(MSF is an equal Employer and does not charge any application/recruitment or training fee)

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Job Details

Posted: August 13, 2026
Organization: Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF)
Location: Mogadishu, Somalia
Sector: Cleaner/cooker