EU Project: Preparatory phase for the establishment of a College of Europe campus in Tirana (Albania) – Contract number: IPA 2023 444/251
Job Vacancy: Housekeepers (100% FTE) - Three Positions, College of Europe, Tirana Campus (Albania)
About the College:
Welcome to the laboratory of European integration!
The College of Europe, with its Bruges campus established in 1949 and its Natolin campus established in 1992, is the oldest postgraduate institute of European studies. Currently, the College of Europe hosts 340 students in Bruges and 120 students in Natolin. Students come from 50 nationalities every year and follow advanced Master’s programmes of 10-month duration in a residential format (“studying and living Europe together”).
In January 2024, in the frame of the EU Funded IPA Project: 'Preparatory phase for the establishment of a College of Europe campus in Tirana (Albania)’, the College expanded its reach by establishing a branch in Tirana, Albania, aiming to uphold academic excellence and strengthen regional ties. In this context we are seeking for three Housekeepers (100% FTE) to support the Facilities Management Team at the Tirana Campus. The successful candidate will be hired and contribute to the execution of the EU funded Project: “Implementation phase for the establishment of a College of Europe campus in Tirana (Albania)”, IPA 2024 455-237.
Criteria for the Position:
- Prior experience in housekeeping or facility cleaning preferred;
- Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team;
- Attention to detail and a high standard of cleanliness;
- Good communication skills;
- Proficiency in Albanian is essential, and basic knowledge of English is an asset.
Position Overview:
- Daily cleaning and maintenance of various campus venues, including the teaching facilities (Godina Liria), the representation office at City Center and Dormitory at the Students' City;
- Ensuring a welcoming and clean environment for students and faculty;
- Contributing to the overall functionality and safety of the campus facilities.
Conditions Offered:
- Employment contract under Albanian law;
- An excellent professional framework in a pleasant, challenging, international working environment;
- Opportunity to contribute to a major educational project for the Western Balkans region.
Application Process:
The application deadline is May 30th, 12:00 PM (Midday). Interested candidates should submit their CV and a Motivation Letter (max. 1 page) to info.hr.al@coleurope.eu If you have any questions, feel free to send them to the same email address.
Please state in the e-mail subject: "Job Application_Housekeepers_COET"
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview to further evaluate their compatibility for the position. We reserve the right to close the application process early in case of finding appropriate candidates early.
Additional Information:
The Housekeepers will report directly to the Housekeepers’ Coordinator in Tirana.
The contract is expected to run until August 2025, with the potential for extension. The anticipated commencement is projected to be in early July 2024.
Join us in shaping the future of Europe!
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The College of Europe is committed to equal treatment and opportunity. It aims to reflect the diversity of our society and to offer an inclusive work and study environment for all members of its community. Consistent with these goals, the Tirana campus has a zero tolerance policy for any acts against the dignity and integrity of individuals, whether in the form of discrimination, bullying, harassment, stalking, violence, or sexual misconduct.
Candidates are therefore recruited and selected on the basis of skills and experience, regardless of age, ability, ethnicity, class and background, political belief, race, religion, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, culture, or any other grounds.