Durable Housing Specialist

Assist in shelter needs assessments and project management.

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Kyiv (Ukraine)

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Application deadline 1 year ago: Thursday 29 May 2025 at 00:00 UTC

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Overview

Assist in shelter needs assessments and project management.

You have:

Essential: Versatile in the use of word processing and spreadsheet applications ability to prepare schedules/bills of quantities and estimating cost.
Good technical knowledge of construction standards and guidance.
Desirable: Knowledge of computer graphics, AutoCAD.
Capacity to work with multi-sectoral teams to ensure that relevant issues related to the site/settlements planning are taken into consideration.
Willingness and ability to work in hardship environments.

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This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to adapt to a significant change in the project you were managing?	This question helps assess your adaptability and how you handle unexpected challenges.	Focus on the specific changes, your response, and the outcome of the situation.
How do you prioritize tasks when working with multiple stakeholders in a project?	The interviewer wants to understand your planning and organizational skills in a multi-functional team context.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a project where you utilized your technical skills in construction. What challenges did you face?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Have you ever faced a conflict while working in a team? How did you resolve it?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you employ to ensure that the needs of vulnerable populations are met in your projects?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.