Ambassade De France AU Botswana 19 views
The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall cleanliness of the Ambassador’s Residence and Chancery. This includes any indoor and outdoor household cleaning as well as serving duties for functions when required. Functions have very high standard of protocol and range from small lunches and dinners to large receptions and events. The regular working hours are Monday to Friday. It is essential to be able to work on a flexible schedule that evolves due to changing circumstances, events, and operational needs.
Job Summary
Key Responsibilities
Requirements
Salary
How to Apply
Job Summary
Type: full-time
Location: Gaborone
Category: Housekeeping
Closing Date: 2026-06-12
Key Responsibilities
Maintaining a clean, tidy, and organized environment by performing general cleaning tasks of a large residence daily, such as dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and cleaning bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen and all areas of the house.
Ensuring the Residence is maintained to a high representational standard, reporting faults where appropriate
Doing all laundry and ironing, including washing and drying personal and household linens (towels, sheets, etc.)
Cleaning and preparing guest rooms when guests are expected.
Welcome and serve guests at the official residence in accordance with quality standards and diplomatic protocol
Liaising with the Ambassador, Management, Residence Chef, and external waiters to arrange functions and receptions, including preparing tables and drinks and cleaning after the event.
Provide backup duties to support other household staff in their absence.
Performs other duties as assigned by management.
Requirements
Education: Completion of BGCSE or equivalent.
Experience: Five (5) years’ experience as a housekeeper preferably in an Embassy or an international organization.
Language: Working knowledge of English and French.
Abilities & Skills: Strong interpersonal and good communication skills in English and French
Responsive to customer needs; respectful and courteous under pressure
High standard of personal presentation
Ability to work effectively and supportively with colleagues, both individually and in a team
Ability to act with discretion at all times
Salary
Gross monthly salary: P7583.00
How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply by sending a CV in English or French and ensure all details regarding relevant work experience are included in the submission. Send your application by email to: cad.gaborone-amba@diplomatie.gouv.fr by Friday, June 12, 2026.
About the CompanyThe Ambassade de France au Botswana serves as the official diplomatic representation of France within the Republic of Botswana. Situated in Gaborone, its primary mission involves strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations across political, economic, and cultural spheres. The Embassy actively works to promote French interests, facilitate cooperation initiatives, and support development projects within Botswana. Furthermore, it provides essential consular services and assistance to French citizens residing in or visiting Botswana, ensuring their welfare and legal protection. This vital diplomatic entity fosters mutual understanding and collaboration for the benefit of both France and Botswana.Strengthening Franco-Botswana ties and serving French nationals.View all jobs at this company →