FACILITIES ASSISTANT Job
Work Hours: Full-time, 08 hours per day
Salary:
Attractive
Job Deadline: 29 August 2026
Number of Jobs: 01
Hiring Entity: Infectious Diseases Institute
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| Infectious Diseases Institute |
Location: In Uganda
Job Details:
Description
General Summary
The Facilities Assistant is a member of the Site Services & Security Management Team within the Operations Unit of the Finance and Administration Department. The position is responsible for supporting the effective management of facilities by maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and functionality across the organization’s premises. The Facilities Assistant ensures that all assigned areas provide a safe, clean, and conducive environment for staff, visitors, and stakeholders while ensuring compliance with organizational policies, standard operating procedures, health and safety requirements, and environmental standards
Key Responsibilities
Supervise cleaning activities to ensure facilities are clean and hygienic.
Ensure washrooms, kitchens and common areas are maintained to required standards
Assist in the maintenance and upkeep of buildings, offices and surrounding premises.
Prepare training rooms before each session according to the training schedule and arrange chairs and tables based on the required seating arrangement
Conduct routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and report defects.
Coordinate repairs with contractors and service providers
Monitor the condition of furniture, fixtures and equipment
Coordinate waste collection and disposal services
Ensure proper waste segregation and compliance with environmental and health regulations
Maintain an inventory of office furniture, equipment and facilities assets
Report damaged or missing assets and assist in asset verification
Manage the firefighting equipment and fire detection devices available on the premises
Perform other related duties as assigned
Respond to emergencies when called upon
Academic Qualifications
a) The ideal candidate for this role should hold a Diploma from a recognized institution in any field
b) Good training in facilities management-related procedures and practices
c) Computer skills and Knowledge of MS Word, Excel
Person Specification
The ideal candidate for this role should hold a Diploma from a recognized institution in any field
Good training in facilities management-related procedures and practices
A minimum of five (3) years of experience in managing facilities in any reputable organization/ industry
Good written and verbal communication skills
Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
A sense of ownership and pride in performance and its impact on the company’s success
At least Class “A” Valid Driving/riding permit
A Self-starter with leadership, supervisory, and negotiation skills
Notable record-keeping for key facilities maintenance-related tasks
Computer skills and Knowledge of MS Word, Excel
Knowledge of report writing skills and ability to interact with all levels of management
Self-motivated, innovative, and capable of meeting deadlines
Application procedure
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Posting Date: 2026-07-18
