Laundry Officer at Alliance for International Medical Action (ALIMA)


ALIMA

The Alliance for International Medical Action (ALIMA) is an independent humanitarian medical NGO that was created in 2009 by professionals of humanitarian medicine. ALIMA’s mission is to provide medical care in emergency situations or medical catastrophes.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Laundry Officer

Location: Maiduguri, Borno

Main Purpose

  • According to protocols applied in the service, carry out cleaning activities in order to ensure hygiene and disinfection of material and surfaces.

Responsibilities 

  • Adhere to Hygiene Protocols: Apply specific hygiene protocols and security rules diligently.
  • Maintain Cleanliness of Linens: Ensure the cleanliness and disinfection of hospital bed sheets, curtains, and staff uniforms by following specific protocols.
  • Laundry Duties: Perform washing and ironing of hospital bed sheets, curtains, and staff uniforms, ensuring high standards of hygiene.
  • Disinfecting Linens: Disinfect hospital bed sheets thoroughly according to established protocols to maintain a safe environment.
  • Ironing Staff Uniforms: Iron staff uniforms regularly to ensure they are clean and presentable.
  • Report Maintenance Needs: Inform the supervisor of any repair or maintenance work needed related to laundry equipment and share relevant information regarding responsibilities.
  • Ensure Supply Availability: Ensure the availability of laundry and disinfection products, and prepare orders for ongoing needs.
  • Promote Hygiene Awareness: Raise awareness on hygiene and sanitation measures among laundry staff and ensure proper handling of all linens.
  • Cleaning Duties: Maintain cleanliness of the laundry area and equipment according to protocols and schedules.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with the nursing and health promotion team to support overall hygiene and sanitation efforts within the hospital.

Requirements
Education:

  • Secondary school certificate (SSCE/WAEC)

Experience:

  • None is required.

Languages:

  • Local language essential.

Competences:

  • Results
  • Teamwork
  • Flexibility
  • Commitment
  • Stress Management
  • Service

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online