Shelter and Settlement Officer

Contract

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Shelter & Settelment Officer

Anbar

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunities for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home.

The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.

All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.

In 2003, following the start of foreign military operations in Iraq, DRC became one of the first organizations to provide humanitarian assistance in the country and now operates in 11 governorates, including Anbar, Baghdad, Babel, Diyala, Duhok, Erbil, Karbala, Kirkuk, Najaf, Ninewa and Salah-al-Din.

The overall purpose of the role

• Under the supervision of the Infrastructure and Shelter Team Leader and Project manager, the Shelter & Infrastructure Officer’s role will be:
• Contribute to the planning, implementation and follow up of the rehabilitation and improvement work required of shelter activities in his/her assigned area.
• Assure the quality of the implemented work of the shelter and Infrastructure project.
• Harmonize the implementation of project activities for (Out of camps IDPs) and informal settlements ensuring good collaboration and networking with other partners.
• Outreach to the related directorates/local authorities for coordination and collaboration to facilitate the implementation of the planned activities.
• Report the progress of the implementation work to indicate the achievement quantitatively and qualitatively on each activity on a daily/ weekly basis.
• Assign tasks to the shelter assistants to monitor the quality of the work implementation in the field, compile and consolidate the regular field reports from the shelter assistants.
• Be responsible for the communication of the shelter project (purpose and modality of implementation) in the related community.
• Suggests innovative/creative methods and approaches in order to improve the quality of the activities that meet the needs of beneficiaries.

Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of the Shelter & Infrastructure Team Leader (TL):
• The Infrastructure and Shelter Officer undertake regular field/site visits to ensure proper monitoring of the activities implemented in the area of operation, 70% of the working time.
• Act as a focal point for DRC field activities in the areas of implementation.
• With the support of the Infrastructure and Shelter TL and/or PM, the Officer liaises directly with the workers/contractor focal point at the worksite to monitor the quality of the works, alongside the relevant governorate directorate staff/focal point.
• The Officer is tasked with approving/rejecting the works after consulting the Infrastructure and Shelter TL and/or Manager according to the agreed standards in the BoQ.
• Checks the quality of the BoQs and validates the technical description of the BoQ items prepared by the Shelter Assistant and prepares detailed BoQ whenever requested by the Team leader.
• Contribute to integration within DRC WASH and Shelter projects and ensure to keep working as one team.
• Is responsible for the communication with beneficiaries of the shelter activity by collaborating with other Departments of DRC Anbar office.
• Is responsible for the communication with managers of Bzaibze sectors by coordination with the CCCM team.
• Identify potential beneficiaries shelter activities and takes the lead of any market/vulnerability/technical assessment needed in order to tailor the response, taking into consideration the specific needs of the community.
• Prepare and follow up Procurement Requests forms for all materials or services needed to allow proper continuation of the works.
• Provide daily updates to the Infrastructure and Shelter TL and contribute to regular reports on progress and activities.
• Be the focal point of the accountability by support of MEAL team and Shelter and Infrastructure team leader, in order to make sure that PDM and satisfaction surveys are conducted on a timely and good-quality basis.
• Support, facilitate or undertake communication and liaison activities to actively consult and involve beneficiaries, key informants, actors, partners and stakeholders in all stages of project design and implementation.
• Ensure regular and timely reporting of problems, potential delays or risks to project implementation to the relevant supervisor, and support in the development and execution of solutions and mitigating actions.
• Contribute to the refining of data collection, monitoring and reporting tools, and to the harmonization of Shelter methodologies and tools across the area(s) of operation.
• Contribute to integrated programming within DRC Protection and CCCM teams.
• Support with the preparation and filing of Payment Requests and other project-related documentation, as requested by the Line Manager.
• Ensure the respect of DRC Code of Conduct and DRC’s zero-tolerance policy of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA), humanitarian principles and contribute to the integration of Protection and Age, Gender, Diversity (AGD) mainstreaming into DRC programming. Undertake any other duties that may be assigned by the Line Manager;
• Undertake any other duties that may be assigned by the Line Manager.

Experience and technical competencies:

• Significant proven work experience in supervising construction projects as well as publicly driven activities, especially humanitarian activities with previous INGO experience.
• At least 2-year proven experience in BoQ preparation and assigning/monitoring responsibilities to the team members to achieve project goals
• Proficiency in spoken and written English and Arabic is essential.
• Proficiency in the following computer programs: MS Excel, MS Word and AutoCAD/SketchUp as well as the usage of an e-mail client (like outlook) for communication.
• Proficiency in usage of data collection using SurveyCT, KoBo) or similar tools to collect the on-site data get the results and covert it to a professional informative report.
• Good interpersonal skills and proven ability to work in a complex multicultural environment as a flexible and respectful team member.
• Willingness and capacity to work in the field and travel frequently to project sites when needed.
• Willingness and capacity to work outside of regular working days (national holidays or extra hours) in case of emergency response.
• Ability to work sensitively with vulnerable people, considering gender, age and diversity.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work as part of a team to achieve joint objectives, in a multicultural context.
• Ability to act calmly intense situations, handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion, and act with transparency and integrity.
• Solution-oriented approach, with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to organize and manage information, plan and manage workload, prioritize, and deliver to deadlines.
• Familiarity with international humanitarian and protection standards

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, significant proven field experience may be accepted in lieu.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.

Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.

Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.

Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.

Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment

Closing date for applications: [22-Aug-2022]

Diversity & Inclusion: DRC Iraq is committed to promoting an inclusive work environment according to our Age, Gender, and Diversity approach (AGD). We aim to have a more diversified leadership structure creating opportunities for qualified women to take on managerial roles. We also continuously work to make our workplace more accessible for persons with specific needs. We offer benefits related to psychosocial support, health insurance, maternity and paternity leave, child sick leave, and lactation breaks. As part of our commitment to promote equity, diversity, and inclusion, we strongly encourage applications from female candidates, persons living with disabilities, as well as representatives of minorities.

Note: Due to the urgency of this position, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo