Shelter Assistant at the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) - Dikwa

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers assistance within the shelter, emergency food security, and water, sanitation and hygiene sectors.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Shelter Assistant

Location: Dikwa, Borno

Project Summary/Job Description

• In light of the displacement in the north eastern part of Nigeria, NRC is about to start up an emergency response programme in Nigeria to respond to the humanitarian needs.
• In the coming months, the main focus for NRC would be conflict affected populations including IDPs, returnees and the local communities in Borno State.
• NRC will initially be starting activities in the area of food security, water and sanitation and shelter/NFI sectors. NRC is therefore seeking a Shelter Assistant in Dikwa, Nigeria.
• The Shelter Assistant reports to the Shelter Officer.

Generic Responsibilities
These responsibilities shall be the same for all positions with the same title. The responsibilities shall be short and essential. Details belong in the Work and Development plan:

• Implement and maintain NRC’s shelter procedures and guidelines
• Ensure adherence to NRC’s policies and procedures
• Ensure a that the beneficiaries and community are involved in the project implementation
• Implement and maintain a filing system for all project documents according to procedures
• Ensure that procurement, development and distribution of materials and equipment are timely and according to procedures
• Participate in the selection of beneficiaries and training for beneficiaries
• Performs any other duties as requested by the supervisor

Specific Responsibilities
The Shelter Assistant is expected to achieve the following during this contract period:

• Work with his line manager to ensure volunteer and construction schedule is accurate and achievable.
• Ensure timely delivery of construction materials.
• Supervise the construction of shelter and other infrastructure are in line with the approved design and bill of quantities.
• Responsible for managing carpenters working on his assigned shelter
• Responsible for training and on job coaching carpenters and IDPs participating in the construction
• Responsible for ensuring Construction Crews/carpenters leaders adhere to all policies and procedures
• Provide construction leadership as needed to ensure the project schedule is met in a safe environment and in a quality manner.
• Patriciate in site planning as required. Ensure that all NRC job sites are in full compliance with Shelter Working Group guidance.
• Perform other duties as required by program needs and requested by PDM.
• Timely reporting, on a weekly and monthly basis, (identifying gaps, risks and bottlenecks that can obstruct proper implementation of activities)
• Ensure documentation of project progress is ongoing
• Prepare documentation for final handover and closure of project.

Qualifications

• Higher Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture (BAC+2) minimum
• Experience from working with social work and/or with distribution of humanitarian assistance is an advantage.
• Must have knowledge of emergency, transitional and permanent shelter construction requirements and protocols
• Familiarity with international minimum standards of shelter service delivery (i.e., SPHERE) is an advantage
• Excellent communication skills written and spoken in English required.
• Fluency in one or more of the national/regional languages (Hausa and Kanuri preferred)
• Must be willing to work as a team member, take direction, and share technical skills with colleagues and counterparts
• Computer literacy in word processing and spreadsheets is required,
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, GPS, and GoogleEarth is strongly desirable
• Must be able to work under pressure

Personal Qualifications:

• Relevant experience in Shelter and knowledge in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel Powerpoint).
• Excellent inter personal and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.
• Highest standards of ethics and integrity
• Organised and a good planner and possess significant understanding of complex emergencies
• Ability to work in insecure environments
• Communicating with impact and respect
• All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Codes of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable

We Offer

• Commencement: ASAP
• Contract period: 4 Months with possibility of extension
• Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s directions
• Duty station: Dikwa, Borno State

Application Closing Date
29th May, 2017.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application letters and updated CV's to: ng.vacancies@nrc.no The title of the position (Shelter Assistant - Dikwa) must be clearly indicated as the subject of the email.
Or
Applicants can also submit hard copies of their CV's and Applications in an envelope at "the NRC Office in Dikwa" with the title of the position clearly written on the envelope.

Note

• Please note that to apply at NRC is FREE!!
• NRC does not ask for money or any form of favour for submission of application or employment.
• Any application received after the deadline will not be considered
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• The Norwegian Refugee Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women are particularly encouraged to apply to this position.