Shelter and Wash Project Manager Niger Tillaberi

Design, develop, and ensure high-quality implementation of Shelter & WASH interventions.

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Overview

Design, develop, and ensure high-quality implementation of Shelter & WASH interventions.

You have:

  • At least 3 years of experience in a technical field within a humanitarian/recovery context
  • At least 2 years of expertise in the WASH sector and/or shelter and GSAT (as a project manager or in a similar role)
  • Documented results related to the responsibilities of the position
  • Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as civil/rural engineering, hydrogeology, hydraulics, humanitarian WASH, the environment, or a related field of expertise.
  • Experience working in complex and volatile environments
  • Self-awareness of one's leadership skills and profile
  • Fluency in French, both written and spoken; fluency in English is a plus
  • Knowledge of the Sahel region
  • Experience in team capacity building
  • Experience in emergency WASH and shelter projects is required
  • Previous experience working with government emergency donors and at least one United Nations agency is required
  • Technical knowledge and experience with behavior change processes in a humanitarian context
  • Technical knowledge and experience with community engagement processes in a humanitarian context
  • Experience in the construction and management of boreholes in a complex hydrogeological context is desirable
  • Experience in the field of water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) and/or shelter in a humanitarian context is required

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee.

Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organisation recognised for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people.

At NRC, we give responsibility to employees at all levels and foster professional growth and innovative teams. You can expect a supportive culture and an open dialogue with management. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Together, we save lives and rebuild futures.

Safeguarding is central to NRC’s work. We expect all employees to:

• treat everyone with respect and dignity

• contribute to building a safe environment for all

• never engage in any form of exploitation, harassment and specifically sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH)

• always report. NRC has a zero-tolerance approach to inaction against exploitation, abuse and SEAH

About the Context

Niger is facing a complex, multidimensional humanitarian crisis characterized by three main hotspots of insecurity. In the Tillabéri, Maradi, and Tahoua regions, attacks by armed groups from Mali are severely destabilizing local populations. In the Lake Chad basin, the Diffa region continues to be affected by violence linked to Boko Haram. Added to this is the Maradi region, where the presence of approximately 35,000 refugees is exacerbated by rising cross-border crime originating in Nigeria.

These security dynamics are accompanied by large-scale forced displacement and migration, making Niger both a host country and a transit point toward the north, particularly toward Algeria and Libya. According to the 2023 Humanitarian Needs Overview (HNO), approximately 4.3 million people require humanitarian assistance, including 2.7 million targeted by the response plan and approximately 1.5 million in need of protection.

In this context, NRC, which has been present in Niger since 2019 and became a country program in 2023, is working to address the needs of displaced populations.

Find out more about NRC https://www.nrc.no/ and Watch this short video to see NRC in action https://vimeo.com/736782633

What we are looking for

NRC Niger is seeking for a Shelter & WASH Project Manager to design, develop, and ensure the high-quality implementation of interventions, in coordination with technical teams. The Shelter&WASH Project Manager will work under the supervision of the Area Manager.

What you will do

  • Ensure high-quality technical output to contribute to the overall quality of projects.
  • Support the process of proposals, budgets, amendments, project reviews, and reports, and ensure high technical quality.
  • Support program monitoring and evaluation and the tracking of indicators in collaboration with project teams and the Monitoring and Evaluation Department.
  • Develop and lead needs assessments (in collaboration with zone program teams, the protection team, and the monitoring and evaluation team), as well as baseline, mid-term, and final evaluations.
  • Represent NRC with donors and relevant ministries, as well as in relevant humanitarian coordination meetings in the country.
  • Actively promote and operationalize synergies between the WASH-Shelter program and other NRC programs to move toward integrated programming (with a focus on education, protection, and ICLA/HLP) while continuing to promote clean energy for a better environment.
  • Provide support and input to the recruitment processes for all WASH and Shelter staff.
  • Contribute to the development and revision of Burkina’s WASH and Shelter strategies according to the levels of involvement required of the specialist.

Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position Job Description Wash & Shelter Project Manager Niger Tillaberi.pdf

What you will bring

1.Professional competencies

  • At least 3 years of experience in a technical field within a humanitarian/recovery context
  • At least 2 years of expertise in the WASH sector and/or shelter and GSAT (as a project manager or in a similar role)
  • Documented results related to the responsibilities of the position
  • Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as civil/rural engineering, hydrogeology, hydraulics, humanitarian WASH, the environment, or a related field of expertise.
  • Experience working in complex and volatile environments
  • Self-awareness of one’s leadership skills and profile
  • Fluency in French, both written and spoken; fluency in English is a plus

Context Related Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

  • Knowledge of the Sahel region
  • Experience in team capacity building
  • Experience in emergency WASH and shelter projects is required
  • Previous experience working with government emergency donors and at least one United Nations agency is required
  • Technical knowledge and experience with behavior change processes in a humanitarian context
  • Technical knowledge and experience with community engagement processes in a humanitarian context
  • Experience in the construction and management of boreholes in a complex hydrogeological context is desirable
  • Experience in the field of water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) and/or shelter in a humanitarian context is required

2. Behavioural competencies

  • Handling insecure environment
  • Planning and delivering results
  • Working with people
  • Analysing
  • Communication with impact and respect
  • Coping with change

What we offer

  • Duty station: Tillaberi, Niger
  • Contract: National Fixed Term contract 6months
  • Salary&Benefits: Grade 8 on NRC Niger’s National salary scale
  • NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
  • We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.
  • Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC https://www.nrc.no/career/what-we-offer/
  • Kindly send any questions about the application process to: [email protected]. Applications sent via email will not be accepted. Please check your application status on your NRC application profile.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience in working in humanitarian contexts and its relevance to this position? This question aims to assess your background and practical experience in humanitarian work. Discuss specific roles and projects you've worked on, highlighting the skills you gained.
What strategies have you implemented for effective project management in the WASH sector? The interviewer wants to understand your approach to managing projects effectively. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure quality in the technical output of your projects? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you had to promote collaboration between different program sectors. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you share your experience with community engagement in humanitarian projects? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What challenges have you faced in a volatile environment and how did you handle them? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you approach needs assessments in the context of shelter and WASH projects? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your understanding of the importance of safeguarding in humanitarian work? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 28 days ago - Updated 20 days ago - Source: nrc.no