The U.S. Mission in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, is inviting applications from qualified individuals for the role of Experienced Event Assistant/Representational Caretaker. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.
Position: Experienced Event Assistant/Representational Caretaker
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proficiency in laundry tasks, including ironing and mending, and experience in organizing and managing supplies.
- Background in event staffing.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with experience in reporting anomalies.
- Strong problem-solving skills under pressure, effective judgment, and clear communication.
- Numeracy skills are essential.
- Excellent proficiency in spoken and written English is required (language skills will be assessed).
- Ethiopian nationality or valid residency and work permit for non-Ethiopian nationals.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Implement directives from the Residence Manager regarding routines, schedules, and standards for the residence’s appearance and functionality.
- Conduct daily and periodic deep cleaning of personal and representational areas.
- Oversee all laundry tasks, including cleaning, ironing, steaming, and folding clothing and linens.
- Manage dry cleaning and mending tasks and care for special items.
- Organize and maintain closets, dressers, and shoes.
- Stock and organize cleaning and laundry supplies and ensure paper supplies are well-maintained.
- Report maintenance needs to the House Manager.
- Assist with packing, unpacking, and setting up, serving, and cleaning up for events.
- Support other staff, including culinary and household teams, and the Residence Manager as needed.
- Remember and accommodate requests and preferences.
- Report any safety and security issues and administer First Aid if necessary.
- Experience in cleaning and maintaining living spaces is required.
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:
- Type: Fixed-term contract until the employer permanently departs, or with one month’s notice from either party, or upon dismissal for cause.
- Probationary Period: 60 workdays.
- Hours: Part-time (24 hours per week), with availability for evenings and weekends required.
- Salary: Negotiable.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 14, 2024
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: To apply, please submit the following documents in English:
- A cover letter (one page) detailing your qualifications for the position and your current salary and benefits.
- A Curriculum Vitae (maximum two pages).
- Copies of educational certificates and letters of work experience.
- For Ethiopian nationals, a copy of your national ID.
- For non-Ethiopian nationals, copies of work and residency permits.
Send your application to the Human Resources Office, American Embassy, Addis Ababa, via email at AddisORE@state.gov, with the subject line “Event Assistant/Representational Caretaker.”
Incomplete applications or those received after the deadline will be disqualified. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Thank you for considering a career with the U.S. Mission in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
