Caretaker

Job Title:                                    Caretaker

Function:                                    Operation

Location:                                    Al-Qayyarah, Ninawa, Iraq

Administrative Line Manager: Team Leader

ABOUT US

Nonviolent Peaceforce (NP) is a dynamic, international non-governmental organization. We work to reduce violence and protect civilians in countries affected by violent conflict and its aftermath through the implementation of unarmed civilian protection programming. NP implements programming through the deployment of civilian protection teams to the field and is continuing to scale up to meet the growing needs of the communities we serve. Programming is founded on unarmed civilian protection and is thematically focused on protection in displacement, child protection, gender-based violence protection, and inter-communal violence reduction.

JOB PURPOSE

The Caretaker is responsible for cleaning all NP buildings and rooms as well as preparing a daily meal for the staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

To provide support for the organization's activities by maintaining the organization's worksite

• House keeping

  • Cleaning the kitchen, lounge, and the organization's office on a daily basis
  • Cleaning the organization's guest house and bedrooms (room tidying up, mopping the floor, cleaning the bathrooms) (at least three times a week)
  • Cleaning the bathroom and outside toilet

• Cooking and Reception

  • Cooking for the organization's staff, as requested
  • Purchasing the necessary supplies for cooking
  • Prepare and bring refreshments for beneficiaries (meetings, trainings, etc.)

• Safety

  • Ensure a healthy environment

• Commitment to the rules of conduct of the organization

• Adhere to the Organization's Standard Operating Procedures

• Willingness to work evening shift as needed

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Independent judgment/analytical: ability to manage information with discretion
• Ability to prioritize, solve problems and develop practical solutions
• Personal Relationships: Flexible, energetic and adaptable
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment
• Proven ability to build relationships
• Languages:
  • Arabic: Ability to write and speak
  • English: Not mandatory, an added advantage

HOW TO APPLY

• Candidates meeting the above requirements are requested to submit a CV (max. 2 pages) and cover letter (max. 1 page) detailing your experience and how you qualify for the role. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• The closing date for applications is 19th December 2022
• Candidates may be selected before the closing date, apply early
• Only Iraqi Nationals will be considered for the Candidates from al-Qayyarah are highly desired.

SPECIAL NOTICE

Nonviolent Peaceforce is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff at all levels. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. However, all qualified applicants regardless of their gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, or age, will be considered for this opportunity.

Nonviolent Peaceforce acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of employees, contractors, volunteers, interns, beneficiaries, and other stakeholders and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice in the Humanitarian and Development sector.

NO FEE

NONVIOLENT PEACEFORCE DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). NONVIOLENT PEACEFORCE DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.