Cleaner At Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) – Holland in Nigeria


Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) – Holland in Nigeria Limited by Guarantee is an international, independent, non-profit medical humanitarian organisation. MSF provides assistance to people affected by armed conflict, natural or man-made disasters, and other situations of crisis, without discrimination based on race, religion, beliefs, or political affiliation.
MSF has been working in Nigeria since February 1996, in collaboration with national and local authorities, under a Memorandum of Understanding with the Federal Government of Nigeria.
JOB DETAILS
Job Type: Definite (1 year with possibility of extension)
Duty Station: Sokoto
Publication date: 28th July 2026
Application deadline: 6th August 2026
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
To execute, according to hygienic standards, housekeeping, cleaning and tiding up activities in order to ensure public and staff private areas are in good condition.
MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Sweep and mop floors regularly to maintain
- Restock necessary supplies such as toilet paper, soap, and other essentials as
- Monitor water availability in areas like the kitchen and showers, especially during water cuts, to ensure adequate
- Clean windows, office tables, and
- Conduct a thorough cleaning of the premises once a month, including deep floor cleaning, dusting windows, doors, freezers, and the water dispenser.
- Track water bottle consumption and promptly inform the HR Supervisor when supplies are running
- Clean fridges, freezers, and water coolers according to the schedule provided by the
- Ensure the cleanliness of offices, meeting rooms, furniture, windows, bathrooms, and other areas, adhering to MSF’s hygiene standards.
- Prepare chair arrangements for meetings and exams, ensuring supplies like toilet paper, tissues, soap, and detergent are adequately stocked, and promptly inform the supervisor when these supplies run low.
- Follow and execute the cleaning checklist or schedule provided by the supervisor
| REQUIREMENTS | |
| Education | Essential:Secondary school certificate |
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Experience |
Essential:1 year relevant experience
Desirable:Working experience with MSF/INGO |
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Languages |
Essential: Fluent Hausa and English
Desirable: Fulfulde (Fulani) – working level |
| Knowledge | Desirable:Knowledge of basic cleanng products |
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Competencies |
· Results and Quality Orientation
· Teamwork and Cooperation · Behavioural Flexibility · Commitment to MSF Principles · Service and Orientation |
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Submit your CV, Application Letter, and photocopies of all necessary credentials with telephone contact details (daytime) in an envelope (specify on the envelope – Application for the post of Cleaner) to the address below:
Human Resource Department,
No 26, Agaie Road, Behind Police CID Sokoto office, Sokoto.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be
- Documents submitted will not be
- No transportation or travel allowance will be provided during the recruitment
- No accommodation will be provided at the duty station upon
We are an equal opportunity employer: we welcome applications from individuals of all genders, ages, nationalities, races, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics.
Qualified women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
MSF-OCA is committed to promoting and maintaining an environment where everyone associated with us —or who comes into contact with our activities—feels safe, respected, and valued. Our safeguarding approach prioritizes the wellbeing and dignity of the communities we assist, as well as that of our staff and partners.
MSF-OCA’s Code of Conduct sets out clear standards for responsible behaviour grounded in respect, inclusion, and accountability. All employees are expected to comply with this Code of Conduct and avoid any behaviour that violates it. Particular care must be taken to prevent harm to those most at risk, including children, adolescents, patients, and people with disabilities.
MSF will use the personal data collected through applications solely for recruitment purposes. The data will be treated confidentially, accessed only by authorised MSF staff, and retained for a maximum period of 12 months, in line with MSF data protection standards.






