WorldFish is a leading international research organization and a member of CGIAR, working to reduce hunger, malnutrition, and poverty by sustainably improving aquatic food systems. It collaborates with international, regional, and national partners to co-develop and deliver scientific innovations, evidence for policy, and knowledge to enable equitable, inclusive impact for millions who depend on fish for their livelihoods. For more information, visit: www.worldfishcenter.org”

About the Position

WorldFish is seeking a motivated, dynamic, and energetic team player who will be responsible to provide comprehensive duties as directed by the Supervising Officer, using the prescribed methods and frequencies in line with the requirements of the cleaning specification.

The successful candidate will be responsible to:

• Perform receptionist duties including receiving mail, attending to guest, assisting in photocopy, printing, and scanning, etc.
• Assist with organizing training/workshop/seminar; organize the list of participants, make sure the meals are prepared).
• Prepare purchase requisitions when the stock (cleaning materials and pantry refill) is low.
• Ensure office utilities and consumables are securely stored in proper places.
• Ensure the offices (main office and container office), kitchen and rest rooms are clean and tidy.
• Clean, and disinfect the toilets and wash basins regularly.
• Sweep and mop the floors to maintain cleanliness and to control dust.
• Dust/polish/clean all surfaces including equipment that needs to be cleaned and used for meetings and seminars.
• Ensure that there is always drinking water available and boiled water is available for staff to make their own tea or coffee throughout the day.
• Arrange the refreshment (food and beverages) service when required.
• Maintain and report to the Supervising Officer immediately if there are any losses or breakages of utensil.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties assigned by Supervising Officer.

Requirements

This job might be for you if you have the below skills and qualifications:

• Complete high school.
• Proven working experience as a cleaner.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Efficiency in the delivery of all listed services above.

Benefits

This position is ONLY open to citizens of Timor-Leste. WorldFish offers a competitive remuneration package including comprehensive benefits (but not limited to) insurance coverage for staff and eligible dependents, employer provident fund contribution, paid leave and others. The duration of the contract will initially be for 12 months with possibility for extension, depending on funding and performance.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit the following information latest by 01 April 2024:

• A cover letter which addresses key requirements stated above;

• A current curriculum vitae; and
• Contact information of three professional referees who may be contacted if you are short-listed for the position.

Location: The post holder will be based in Dili, Timor Leste.

The screening will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of applicants for WorldFish positions, we appreciate all interest, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Our Gender, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

WorldFish has 7 offices across Asia, Africa and the Pacific, with more than 400 staff and 27 nationalities who contribute to a dynamic multicultural work environment.

WorldFish is committed to promoting a work environment where diversity and inclusion is valued and we seek to have gender balance in the organization. We aim to also seek balance across other diversity dimensions.

People in WorldFish are treated equally irrespective of gender, ethnicity/race, national or social origin, disability, religion, political affiliation, age, family size, marital status or any other form of personal identity.

We are an equal opportunities employer and strongly encourage qualified women and men from developing nations to apply.