CLEANER

Position Title: Cleaner

Duty Station: Nestcare Clinic, Blantyre, Malawi

Reports To: The Accountant

Employment Type: Full-time

Number of positions: 2

Start Date:

Background: Nestcare Clinic is a maternal and child health facility located in Blantyre, Malawi. The clinic is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to women and children. A clean and hygienic environment is vital to achieving these standards, and the role of the Cleaner is central to maintaining these conditions.

Purpose of the Position: To ensure that the clinic premises — including consultation rooms, maternity areas, laboratories, waiting areas, offices, and sanitary facilities — are cleaned and disinfected regularly and thoroughly, in compliance with infection prevention and control (IPC) standards.

Key Responsibilities

A.      Cleaning and Sanitation Duties

●        Clean and disinfect consultation rooms, maternity wards, reception areas, bathrooms, waiting rooms, and offices on a daily basis.

●        Mop floors, wipe surfaces, empty bins, dust furniture, and clean windows.

●        Replenish hygiene supplies such as toilet paper, hand soap, and paper towels.

B.      Infection Prevention and Control

●        Follow proper IPC protocols when handling cleaning agents, equipment, and biohazardous waste.

●        Use appropriate disinfectants in high-risk areas such as maternity, treatment, and laboratory rooms.

●        Ensure proper segregation and disposal of medical and non-medical waste.

C.     Equipment and Supplies Management

●        Ensure cleaning materials and tools are well-maintained and stored properly.

●        Notify the Clinic Manager of shortages or malfunctioning cleaning equipment.

●        Use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately while on duty.

D.     Support to Clinic Operations

●        Prepare and clean rooms before and after patient use.

●        Assist with laundry duties if required (e.g., cleaning clinic linens or staff uniforms).

●        Support setup for meetings, outreach events, or other clinic-related activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of Malawi Junior Certificate of Education (JCE) or MSCE.

• At least 1 year of experience in a cleaning or housekeeping role, preferably in a health facility.

• Knowledge of infection prevention and control is a valuable asset.

• Ability to read and follow cleaning instructions and schedules.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Trustworthy, reliable, and punctual.

• Physically fit and able to perform manual tasks.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

• Attention to detail and cleanliness.

• Respectful and professional conduct at all times.

Working Conditions

• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Saturday mornings or shifts as required.

• Based entirely at Nestcare Clinic, Blantyre.

Supervision and Performance Appraisal

• Subject to annual performance reviews, based on cleanliness, reliability, and adherence to IPC protocols.

9. Code of Conduct

• Maintain professionalism and hygiene at all times while on duty.

• Follow clinic policies, particularly those related to safety, confidentiality, and patient respect.

• Use respectful language and behaviour towards patients, staff, and visitors.