Labourer at Medecins Sans Frontieres

Main objective and responsibility of the position

• Carrying out basic technical and logistics work that does not require any special qualifications according to MSF procedures and following the line manager’s instructions in order to contribute to the construction, smooth functioning, cleanliness and repairs within MSF premises.

General Accountabilities:

• Performing work in support of skilled workers in the maintenance of MSF premises, facilities and equipment in the areas of carpentry, plumbing, building structures, gardening, etc. This can include but are not limited to the following:
• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Assisting MSF staff carrying items if necessary
• Ensuring there is enough water and reporting their scarcity, (this does not apply for daily labourer.)
• Performing simple earthwork for fixing roads and drains
• Making minor repairs, maintenance and construction works e.g. changes light bulbs, repairs locks, fix fences, painted surfaces
• Doing the gardening in order to maintain clean and organized all areas in the MSF premises
• Ensuring cleanliness of working, common areas and the proper use, storage and maintenance of the equipment and tools provided.
• Informing superiors of any incident that may occur in the course of his/her work.
• Ensuring the proper use of extinguishers.(not standard for a daily labourer)
• Performing tasks delegated to him/her as specified in his/her job description.

Context Specific Accountabilities:

• Assisting with office setups, relocations, and furniture moves.
  • Helping maintain cleanliness and organization in office areas, storage rooms, and common spaces.
  • Supporting facilities or operations staff with event setup and breakdown (e.g., meetings, trainings).
  • Performing other duties as assigned to support the skilled labourer

REQUIREMENTS (QUALIFICATIONS):

• Education    Essential Primary certificate
• Experience    Previous experience in a related job
• Languages    Mission language (English) and local language(Hausa and Fulani) essential
• Knowledge    Essential ability to do basic repairs
• Competencies    Results and Quality Orientation, Teamwork and Cooperation, Behavioral Flexibility, Commitment to MSF Principles and Stress Management