Shelter Assistant

Contract

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

• The assignment duty situation is Duhok, Iraq and workstation Chammishko and Sheikhan camps. • Completion of the projects supported in due time and following the technical requirements/ standards. • Detailed reports on the projects implemented on various stages • Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities throughout the assignment • A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed

Under the direct supervision of Settlement Planning Associate/Field Officer, the National UN Youth Volunteer will:

• Support Government Supervising Engineers, Camp Management Teams and UN Community Volunteers to provide assessment, implement and monitor process of the project, and daily activities of UNHCR projects at field level. • Assist in monitoring the implementation of the shelter self-upgrade initiative on daily basis • Provide the technical guidance on standards and specifications to Government focal points, UN Community Volunteers and families when needed. • Ensure that specifications, bills and quantities and drawings are complied with (Shelter Cluster technical guidelines). • Compile, analyze and map available information on the shelter upgrade initiative and prepare technical and progress reports on the implementation on daily, weekly, and quarterly basis. • Support the team on the ground in the documentation process when needed. • Assist Government Supervising Engineers and UN Community Volunteers to follow up on the needs and requirements of the most vulnerable families, such as female-headed households, disabled persons, etc. • Participate and assist in other UNHCR activities as required. • Adhere to all UNHCR policy and procedures • Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor.

• Professionalism. • Integrity. • Teamwork and respect for diversity. • Commitment to continuous learning. • Planning and organizing. • Communication. • Flexibility.

civil engineering or architecture engineering. • Demonstrated interest and/or experience (up to 3 years) in construction works and engineering fields. • Motivated to contribute towards peace and development and to serve others; • Good interpersonal, networking and communication skills; • Willingness to contribute and work as part of a team; • Flexible and open to learning and new experiences; • Respect for diversity and adaptability to other cultures, environments and living conditions; • Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded; • Computer skills: good knowledge of Word, Excel and KOBO software.

Provide brief description of relevant living conditions in duty station – The area is accessible to UNHCR and is considered low-risk in terms of security in the SRM. UNHCR has had no accessibility issues in recent years, all of the IDP camps are accessible by vehicles and no air travel available in the governorate of Duhok. According to the Köppen-Geiger climate classification system, Duhok, like most of Upper Mesopotamia, has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate (Csa) featuring very hot, virtually rainless summers and cool to cold, wet winters. The average cost of living in Duhok is $600, which is in the top 22% of the least expensive cities in the world. Medical facilities are available within the boundaries of the camps or close to the camp. Internet coverage covers the involved camps with moderate speed rate. Iraq - KRI is a unique country and Duhok is a unique (humanitarian) operation. It provides for an interesting and enriching environment, but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness, as well as more stamina and commitment than elsewhere to make life comfortable and affordable. Therefore, flexibility and the ability and willingness to live and work in harsh and potentially hazardous conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort, are essential.