Description

The Housekeeping Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of housekeeping and environmental services within the hospital. This includes ensuring a clean, safe, and infection-free facility for patients, visitors, and staff. The officer will lead a team of housekeeping staff, develop and implement cleaning protocols, manage budgets, and maintain compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the recruitment, training, and supervision of housekeeping staff, including scheduling and performance evaluations.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment through effective communication, coaching, and leadership.
• Provide ongoing training to staff on proper cleaning techniques, safety protocols, and infection control measures.
• Develop and implement cleaning procedures, schedules, and checklists to maintain a high level of cleanliness throughout the hospital.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements related to sanitation and infection control.
• Stay updated on the latest cleaning technologies and best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, equipment, and personal protective equipment.
• Monitor and order supplies as needed to maintain proper stock levels while staying within budget constraints.
• Ensure the safe storage and handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Prepare and manage the department's annual budget, including forecasting and cost control measures.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements without compromising quality.
• Conduct regular inspections to assess cleanliness and compliance with established standards.
• Collaborate with infection control officers and healthcare professionals to develop and maintain infection control protocols.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans for environmental services, including disaster preparedness and response protocols.
• Maintain accurate records of cleaning schedules, inspections, and inventory.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Hospitality Management, Housekeeping, or a related field
• Previous experience in housekeeping management, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of infection control standards and regulations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Budget management and financial acumen.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively under pressure.

Skills

• Multi-Skilled

Job role insights

• Date posted
• March 5, 2026
• Closing date
• March 30, 2026
• Hiring location
• Busia
• Offered salary
• Negotiable Price
• Career level
• Middle Level
• Qualification
• Certificate
• Experience
• 2 years

• Participate in the recruitment, training, and supervision of housekeeping staff, including scheduling and performance evaluations.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment through effective communication, coaching, and leadership.
• Provide ongoing training to staff on proper cleaning techniques, safety protocols, and infection control measures.
• Develop and implement cleaning procedures, schedules, and checklists to maintain a high level of cleanliness throughout the hospital.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements related to sanitation and infection control.
• Stay updated on the latest cleaning technologies and best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, equipment, and personal protective equipment.
• Monitor and order supplies as needed to maintain proper stock levels while staying within budget constraints.
• Ensure the safe storage and handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Prepare and manage the department's annual budget, including forecasting and cost control measures.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements without compromising quality.
• Conduct regular inspections to assess cleanliness and compliance with established standards.
• Collaborate with infection control officers and healthcare professionals to develop and maintain infection control protocols.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans for environmental services, including disaster preparedness and response protocols.
• Maintain accurate records of cleaning schedules, inspections, and inventory.

• Multi-Skilled

• Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Hospitality Management, Housekeeping, or a related field
• Previous experience in housekeeping management, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of infection control standards and regulations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Budget management and financial acumen.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively under pressure.