Education Development Center (EDC) is a global nonprofit that advances lasting solutions to improve education, promote health, and expand economic opportunity, with a focus on vulnerable and under-served populations.  Since 1958, we have been a leader in designing, implementing, and evaluating powerful and innovative programs in more than 80 countries around the world.

EDC promotes equity and access to high quality education and health services and products that contribute to thriving communities where people from diverse backgrounds learn, live, and work together. We support an inclusive workplace culture that embraces many perspectives and broadens our understanding of the communities we serve, enhancing and enriching our work.   

EDC is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Project Description

The primary purpose of the 3-year, USAID-funded Ibitabo Hose Kubana Bose (IHKB) Project is to strengthen the market system for teaching and learning materials and increase the quantity, quality, affordability, and accessibility of books and other reading materials (physical and digital) in schools, homes, and communities, contributing to improved reading outcomes.

The janitor will support operations for this activity.

Summary of responsibilities: The Janitor, will be responsible for performing overall cleaning and maintenance of assigned area, prepare tea and coffee and clean kitchen tools everyday.

Essential functions include [but are not limited to]:

• General repairs and maintenance duties.
• Furniture re-organisation.
• Opening and closing of office.
• Ensure premises are opened and secured with agreed procedures
• Ensure premises are maintained in a safe and secure manner
• Sweep, vacuum, and mop floors and stairways
• Gather and dispose of rubbish and waste materials
• Determines appropriate cleaning materials, supplies, tools, and equipment needed to accomplish job; supplies, materials, tools, and equipment to employees.
• Prepare coffee and tea for office staff, guests, and office meetings.
• Restock toilet tissues and remove waste tissues/paper
• Refill dispensers and empty trash

This position reports to the Human Resources and Operation Specialist.  

This is an entry level position which requires entry level skills.

Basics in English is preferred.

Please Note: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job closing date: July 17, 2023

EDC is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. EDC is a smoke-free workplace and offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Women are encouraged to apply.