Position Title: Cleaner
2026-05-31        Kandahar       Full Time        45
Job Location: Kandahar
Nationality: Afghan
Category: Admin-Clerical
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: As per OHA Salary Scale
Vacancy Number: OHA/KDR/156
No. Of Jobs: 1
City: Kandahar
Organization: Organization for Humanitarian Assistance (OHA)
Years of Experience: 1
Contract Duration: Long Term
Gender: Female
Education: High School Preferred
Close date: 2026-05-31

About Organization for Humanitarian Assistance (OHA):

The Organization for Humanitarian Assistance (OHA) is a non-profit, non-governmental, and non-political organization based in Afghanistan, founded on January 12, 1994. As a cooperative partner of the United Nations and various international organizations, OHA focuses on implementing developmental and humanitarian projects primarily in the southern region of Afghanistan.

OHA is dedicated to advancing sustainable development goals (SDGs) while upholding key humanitarian principles, including participation, transparency, and accountability. Its mission is to alleviate suffering, raise awareness, and empower individuals to achieve self-employment and self-sufficiency at the village, district, and city levels. This approach aims to enhance both rural and urban economies and livelihoods through collaboration with donors and local communities.

The organization operates in several key areas, including:

  • Irrigation: Developing canals, culverts, bridges, and flood protection systems.
  • Education: Establishing schools, promoting literacy, and conducting awareness campaigns.
  • Road Infrastructure: Constructing and enhancing road networks.
  • Capacity Building: Providing management training and vocational education.
  • Drinking Water: Drilling wells and expanding water supply systems.
  • Health Systems: Building healthcare infrastructure.
  • Humanitarian Assistance: Offering support during both natural and man-made disasters.

Through these initiatives, OHA works to foster community resilience and improve the overall quality of life for individuals across Afghanistan.

 

 

Job Descriptions:

Purpose of the Position

The Female Cleaner will ensure that the Health Facility remains clean, hygienic, and well-maintained at all times. The position plays an important role in ensuring a healthy and dignified environment for everyone accessing the Health Facility Center.

Key Responsibilities

    • Ensure cleanliness and hygiene of the offices, including lavatories, meeting rooms, offices, corridors, common areas, and surrounding premises through daily cleaning and scheduled weekly and monthly deep cleaning in accordance with established procedures.
    • Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors of various types to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
    • Dust and clean ceilings, light fixtures, countertops, office furniture, and other surfaces.
    • Scrub, disinfect, and sanitize toilets, sinks, kitchen areas, and related fixtures.
    • Empty waste bins and ensure proper disposal of waste in designated areas.
    • Wash and dry windows and glass surfaces as required.
    • Replenish and maintain supplies such as toilet paper, paper towels, soap, and other hygiene materials.
    • Clean and refill water dispensers as necessary.
    • Assist in moving office furniture and equipment within the premises when required.
    • Monitor stock levels of cleaning materials and liaise with the line manager to always ensure adequate supplies.
    • Request replenishment of cleaning materials in a timely manner from the Ancillary Services Supervisor.
    • Report any damages, breakages, or maintenance issues identified during cleaning activities to the line manager.
    • Perform any other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Job Requirements:

Education

  • Baccalaureate (high school) certificate is preferred.

Experience

  • At least 1 year of experience in cleaning or similar work in offices, schools, hospitals, or community centers is preferred.

Skills

  • Ability to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.
  • Trustworthy, respectful, and responsible behavior.
  • Ability to follow instructions from supervisors.
  • Understanding of workplace hygiene practices.

 

 Competencies

  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Respectful communication
  • Strong sense of responsibility
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Team cooperation

Working Conditions

  • The Female Cleaner will work within the Health Facilities in Kandahar province.
  • The position requires daily cleaning tasks and occasional support during events.

 

Equal Opportunity

OHA is committed to promoting equal opportunity and safe working environments for women. Female candidates from the local community are strongly encouraged to apply.

 

Submission Guidelines:

To apply for this position, please use OHA's online recruitment system. You can access the application by clicking the link below or by copying the link into a new tab and following the provided instructions to complete your application.

Link:  http://69.197.177.211/Vacancy/VacancyList_Description?_id=32

Submission Email:

http://69.197.177.211/Vacancy/VacancyList_Description?_id=32

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