Site Maintenance Assistant (Helper) - SC1

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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP? 

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

The Role:

WFP Requires two helpers in Kabul to support site maintenance services in providing cleaning, laundry, basic garden maintenance, porter duties and other related manual work, to ensure WFP premises are well-organized, kept in a clean & hygienic condition and are

in compliance with the established standards.

Key Accountabilities:

1.    Perform basic maintenance of outdoor/indoor environments, to keep them clean, well- organized and in a good condition.
2.    Provide support in loading/offloading and moving office equipment, furniture, baggage, and other items for efficient site maintenance services.
3.    Assist in loading, off loading and dispatch of ICT equipment, NFI store assets and coordinates movements between the office, warehouse NFI stock and delivery to UNHAS. 
4.    Assists in physical count 
5.    Perform cleaning functions as required, including washing, sweeping, dusting, vacuum cleaning, and polishing. 
6.    Keep office rooms and bathrooms/toilets clean and hygienic. 
7.    Supervises contracted helpers and cleaners of the assigned office facilities. 
8.    Assist the storekeeper in receipt of non-food items in stock as well as their dispatch to the field locations. 
9.    Escort visitors to/from the reception and main gate. 
10.    Assist in facilitation and arrangement of refreshments for official events (Meetings, Trainings, and workshops). 
11.    Assists in receipt, delivery, and offloading of drinking water from the supplier and maintains hygiene and maintenance of office water dispensers. 
12.    Carrying and delivery of WFP Official letters and documents to the various offices, diplomatic entities, and government offices. 
13.    Assists in binding & copying of official documents as required. 
14.    Carries various office assistant tasks as assigned. 
15.    Carry office disinfecting as required. 
16.    Assist Facilities Team in various related assigned tasks. 
17.    Perform any other duties as required. 
 

Education:

• Completion of high school education.

Experience:

• Minimum one year of relevant experience.

Language:

• Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and local languages (Pashto/Dari).

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge of basic equipment and use of cleaning materials/solutions.
• Technical knowledge in fixing basic office equipment and site maintenance works.
• Ability to operate and maintain equipment and supplies related to work in a good working condition.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and meet the deadlines.
• High sense of responsibility and initiative.
• Punctuality, honesty and integrity.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Fluency in English Language
• Technical expertise in site maintenance works, electrical, plumbing and maintenance services will be an added value. ​

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We aim for an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you need any reasonable accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please reach out to us confidentially at global.inclusion@wfp.org. Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).

• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language

• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter

• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time

• Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application

• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.