Botswana Government Office Cleaners X23 โ Serowe District | PSLE | Direct Entry | Permanent Jobs | Apply by 22 September 2026
The Republic of Botswana โ Ministry of State President, Defence and Security, Serowe District is inviting applications for 23 Office Cleaner positions.
The vacancies are available across several Government offices in Serowe District, making this a substantial entry-level Government recruitment opportunity.
Applicants need a Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) Certificate, and the advert states Direct Entry. Previous cleaning experience will be an added advantage.
Office Cleaner Job Overview
| Job Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Ministry of State President, Defence and Security |
| District | Serowe District |
| Position | Office Cleaner |
| Number of Positions | X23 |
| Reference Number | ODC/SER/4/4/3 I (1) |
| Vacancy Circular | No. 1 of 2026 |
| Salary Scale | A3 โ P34,740 to P39,456 per annum |
| Employment Type | Permanent and Pensionable |
| Leave | 20 working days per annum |
| Minimum Qualification | PSLE Certificate |
| Experience | Direct Entry |
| Closing Date | 22 September 2026 |
Where Are the 23 Office Cleaner Positions?
According to the advertisement, the positions are tenable at:
- Serowe College of Education โ 16 positions
- Civil and National Registration โ 2 positions
- Ngwato Land Board โ 5 positions, covering Sehfare, Tonota, Mmadinare, Paje and Maunatlala
Total: X23 positions
Applicants are instructed to indicate their preferred Government office in the District when applying.
Main Purpose of the Job
The purpose of the position is:
To clean offices and official buildings.
Responsibilities
Successful Office Cleaners will be responsible for duties including:
- Cleaning offices and furniture.
- Dusting and sweeping offices daily.
- Scrubbing and polishing floors.
- Scrubbing and cleaning windows when required or directed by a supervisor.
- Cleaning and washing toilets.
- Applying disinfectants when cleaning toilets.
- Washing cleaning materials.
- Storing cleaning materials safely.
- Informing the supervisor when cleaning materials need to be replenished.
- Preparing tea for members of staff.
- Washing cups, saucers, spoons and teapots after use.
- Carrying out other related duties required to meet the needs of the service.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants must have a minimum:
Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) Certificate
The experience requirement states:
Direct Entry
Therefore, previous formal employment as a Cleaner is not mandatory according to the advert.
However:
Experience as a Cleaner will be an added advantage.
This makes the vacancies accessible to first-time applicants who meet the PSLE requirement, while applicants with cleaning experience should include it on their CV.
Key Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Ability to work with people.
- Adherence to principles and values.
- Ability to decide and initiate action.
- Ability to deliver results and meet expectations.
- Ability to follow instructions and procedures.
- Ability to adapt and respond to change.
Salary and Benefits
The salary scale is:
A3 โ P34,740 to P39,456 per annum
The positions are Permanent and Pensionable.
Benefits advertised include:
- Optional contributory medical aid scheme โ Government contributes 80% and employee contributes 20%.
- Contributory Pension Fund โ employee contributes 5% and Government contributes 15%.
- Housing and upkeep allowance of P1,105.40 per month.
- 20 working days’ leave per annum.
How to Apply for Office Cleaner X23
Applicants must quote:
Reference Number: ODC/SER/4/4/3 I (1)
Vacancy Circular No. 1 of 2026
Applicants should also indicate their preferred Government office in the District.
Applications should include:
- Detailed and updated CV showing duties.
- Certified copies of certificates.
- Certified copy of Omang.
- At least one recent work-related reference confirming required experience, if any.
Important Envelope Instructions
Applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope.
Clearly write the following at the top left-hand side of the envelope:
Reference number + Vacancy Circular number + Name of the post
Hand-delivered applications must be registered before being placed into the secure application box at the Administration Office.
Postal Applications
Address applications to:
The District Commissioner
P O Box 93
Serowe
Hand Delivery
Applications can be delivered to:
Rural Administration Center โ Serowe
Office of the District Commissioner
Ground Floor, Office No. A3
Administration Office
Closing Date
22 September 2026
Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements and are shortlisted will be contacted.
For further information, contact the Administration Office on 4638102.
CV Tips for Office Cleaner Applicants
Clearly show your PSLE qualification near the beginning of your CV.
Applicants with previous experience should mention genuine duties such as office cleaning, sweeping, mopping, polishing floors, cleaning toilets, washing windows, preparing tea and safely handling cleaning materials.
If you have no work experience, you can still apply because the advertisement specifies Direct Entry. Don’t add false work experience to your CV.
Remember to state your preferred Government office/location in your application.
Possible Office Cleaner Interview Questions
- Tell us about yourself.
- Why are you applying for the Office Cleaner position?
- How would you clean an office properly?
- How would you clean and disinfect a toilet?
- Why should cleaning chemicals be stored safely?
- What would you do if cleaning materials were running low?
- How would you clean an office without disturbing staff?
- How do you maintain good hygiene standards?
- Are you comfortable preparing tea and washing utensils?
- Why should we appoint you?
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