NYUNGWE NATIONAL PARK VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Nyungwe Management Company Ltd (NMC Ltd) was created by the management agreement between the Government of Rwanda (through RDB) and African Parks Network, to manage Nyungwe National Park for 20 years starting from October 2020. NMC Ltd is seeking to recruit suitable candidates to fill different positions for Munazi Lodge in Nyungwe National Park (see the list below). The candidates must be Rwandan, technically skilled with good problem-solving ability, enthusiastic, motivated, reliable, and able to execute tasks independently.

JOB TITLE: Laundry (3)

RERORTING TO: Housekeeping Supervisor

SCOPE OF THE JOB:

Laundry staff play a vital role in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in various establishments, including lodges, restaurants, and more. Their primary responsibility is to ensure that all linens, uniforms, and other textiles are properly cleaned, maintained, and stored.

Duties and Key responsibilities (not exhaustive)

1. Collecting and Sorting Laundry

• Collecting dirty laundry from designated areas (guest rooms, dining areas, or laundry baskets).
• Sorting laundry according to type (bed linens, towels, uniforms, etc.) and fabric type (cotton, polyester, etc.) to prevent damage during washing.
• Checking for stains or special cleaning instructions on garments before washing.

2. Washing and Drying Laundry

• Operating washing machines and dryers to clean linens, uniforms, and other textiles.
• Selecting the appropriate detergent, washing cycles, and water temperature based on fabric type.
• Monitoring the washing and drying process to ensure that items are cleaned thoroughly and safely.

3. Ironing and Pressing

• Ironing or pressing items such as uniforms, sheets, and tablecloths to remove wrinkles and ensure they are neat and presentable.
• Using steam or dry pressing techniques to handle delicate fabrics with care.
• Folding and organizing items once they have been pressed and dried.

4. Maintaining Laundry Equipment

• Ensuring laundry machines (washing machines, dryers, irons) are in proper working order.
• Performing regular maintenance and cleaning of laundry equipment to prevent malfunctions or buildup of residue.
• Reporting any equipment malfunctions or issues to supervisors or maintenance staff.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Minimum Education and Qualification Required

• Advanced diploma A1 high school with Professional certificate in housekeeping
• Minimum of 3 years’ in housekeeping
• Competent in English (spoken). Knowledge of French would be an added advantage
• Rwandan Nationality
• Certificate of Good Conduct

• Application cover letter addressed to the Park Manager
• Stating where you heard about the position and why you should be considered
• Curriculum vitae including your personal details, education level and any experience
• Name, address and telephone numbers of three (3) references
• All the documents should be in one pdf document and named after your name and position, for example: Name, Nyungwe Front Officer, 2025.