Watchman/Gardener

Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is an independent medical international humanitarian association that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, healthcare exclusion and natural or man-made disasters. MSF is working in Tajikistan in the field of Tuberculosis. Our Kulob Zero TB project focuses on providing treatment and support for patients suffering from MDR Tuberculosis (TB) and their families based in Kulob.

MSF is currently looking for a qualified, capable, flexible and motivated person for the Watchman/Gardener position for its Zero TB Project based in Kulob. MSF offers a package of benefits (25 working days of annual leave per year, medical coverage, training opportunities and the opportunity to work for an internationally renowned humanitarian organization).

Job Location: Kulob City

Main Purpose
Carrying out gardening according to MSF procedures and following the line manager's instructions in order to maintain clean and organized all green areas in MSF premises.

Accountabilities

Performing gardening work in the MSF premises, including but are not limited to the following:
- Executing green areas maintenance activities (mowing, pruning, watering, fertilizing and weeding) and executing preventive and curative phyto-sanitary treatments
- Preparing and maintaining flowerbeds and ornamental planting, as decided with the line manager and preparing soil, sowing seeds and planting grass Reporting any earthwork or maintenance work needed in MSF premises
- Refilling water cisterns and informing line manager when there is a shortage
- Performing simple tasks involving earthworks, laying borders and paving and drainage
- Training the security guards to correctly water flowers and plants, taking into account the availability of water resources
Keeping area within MSF premises clean and tidy (ex. empty dustbins, sweep paths, etc) and ensuring proper use, storage and maintenance of the equipment and tools provided
Performing tasks delegated to him/her as specified in his/her job description

MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities

Taking care of the green areas and grape structures of IMS house 1, 2 and Office (i.e. watering, keeping flowers and trees in good shape and healthy)
Supporting the Cleaner at Guesthouse carry heavy items, if necessary (carrying drinking water, supporting with the gas refill)
Covering for watchmen during their absence under supervision and assistance of Tech Log.
Watching MSF premises based on the need of the Log Team especially during winter months due to less amount of work required for gardening and during public holidays, if needed, to ensure safety and security of MSF premises in line with MSF protocols

Requirements
Education	Not required. Literacy desirable
Experience	Desirable at least one year in similar jobs
Languages	Essential, Tajik
Knowledge	Desirable ability to do basic repairs
Competencies	Commitment to MSF Principles L1 Behavioural Flexibility L1 Stress Management L1 Results and Quality Orientation L1 Teamwork and Cooperation L1 Service Orientation L1

Salary: Starting Gross salary is 3057 TJS.

Please send your CV and cover letter (mentioning the position in the subject line as Watchman/Gardener) to: kulob-admin-assist@oca.msf.org

Deadline for applications is 19th of September 2024, until 17:00.

Kindly note that only short listed candidates will be invited for an interview. MSF does not enter into correspondence with regard to the reasons for non-selection of candidates.