Looking to hire a Housekeeper (Addis Ababa)

Job Title: Housekeeper

Location: Addis Ababa

Employment Type: Full-time

Employer: Private household

Salary: 15,000 to 22,000 Birr per month, depending on experience

Start Date: 1 November 2026 (for an initial trial period of 1 month)

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable, hardworking, and trustworthy housekeeper to maintain a clean, organized, and comfortable home and home workplace. The successful candidate must be able to speak, read, and write English and should have good attention to detail. The person must be able to communicate efficiently via email when the employer is traveling for work.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, living areas, and other assigned spaces.

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, polish, and sanitize surfaces.

• Wash, dry, fold, and iron clothes and household linens.

• Make beds and organize rooms.

• Clean kitchen areas, utensils, appliances, and work surfaces.

• Dispose of rubbish properly and maintain hygiene standards.

• Monitor household cleaning supplies and report when replacements are needed.

• Handle cleaning products and equipment safely.

• Report maintenance problems, damage, or safety concerns to the employer.

• Follow instructions and maintain confidentiality regarding the household or workplace.

• Perform other reasonable housekeeping duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Ability to speak, read, and write English.

• Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience is preferred.

• Honest, dependable, respectful, and well organized.

• Physically able to stand, bend, lift, and perform cleaning duties for extended periods.

• Good personal hygiene and professional conduct.

• Ability to work independently and follow instructions.

Working Conditions

• Working hours: Monday to Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Location: Addis Ababa

• Accommodation: Provided

• Meals: Provided

• Weekly rest day: Sunday

• Leave and other benefits: According to applicable Ethiopian regulations

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit:

• A current CV or description of employment history

• Copies of relevant certificates, if available

• Contact details for two references

• A copy of valid identification with a recent photo

• A short application letter written in English

Application deadline: 5 October 2026