Cleaner / Local Recruitment

Background

EQUALITY for Peace and Development Organization (EPDO) is a women’s rights Afghan non-profit, non-governmental organization founded in 2010 to empower women and youth at the community and policy level in Afghanistan. EPDO envisions Afghanistan as a peaceful, prosperous, and welfare state where all Afghans enjoy equal rights without discrimination. Therefore, EPDO aims to increase the capacity of vulnerable groups, especially women and youth, to enable them to represent their needs in all aspects of development. EPDO focuses on various spectrums of peace, security, livelihood, and development in Afghanistan — ranging from the salient need for humanitarian assistance, economic empowerment, and continuous development processes, to long-term projects for sustainable peace.

Project Background

The project aims to empower and improve the well-being of illiterate children, youth, and adults, including girls and women, and learners from returnee and host communities in Areas of Responsibilities (AoR) and their families. This will be achieved by providing targeted case management, literacy education, and livelihood skills development to enhance protection, literacy, and promote economic empowerment, while also supporting learners in their roles as parents and caregivers to foster the holistic development of their children.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the project office, training centers, and other project facilities in Farah or Ghor provinces
• Sweep, mop, and dust floors, furniture, and surfaces on a regular basis
• Clean windows, doors, and other fixtures as needed
• Ensure toilets, washrooms, and sanitation facilities are clean, stocked, and hygienic
• Dispose of waste in a safe and organized manner according to health and environmental standards
• Maintain cleaning supplies and report shortages to the supervisor
• Support setup and cleanup for workshops, trainings, and community events
• Ensure that all cleaning activities follow safety, hygiene, and environmental protocols
• Report any maintenance issues or damages to the office/facility to the administrative team
• Support overall workplace safety and promote a clean and safe environment for staff and beneficiaries

Job Requirements

• No formal education required
• 1+ year of experience in cleaning or facility maintenance
• Skills in basic cleaning techniques, hygiene, and time management
• Reliability and attention to workplace safety
• Proficiency in Dari/Pashto

• Interested candidates to send their application (CV and Cover letter in one file) by email to admin@epdo-afg.org  
• Please write the position title, VA# and province in the subject line of your email otherwise your application will not be considered.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.