All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organizationโs core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and believes shall guide our actions and relationships.ย
Generic responsibilitiesย
Supervision of Daily Works and construction sites Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines as well Government rules and regulationsย Assist with the implementation of the shelter portfolio according to plan of action Prepare and develop status reports as required by management Ensure proper filing of documents in both hard and soft copies Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need, and explore and assess new and better ways to assist Actively participate in capacity building trainings, workshops and seminars organized by NRC. Contribute to organizational learning through the provision specific community mobilization and technical analysis, lessons learned and reportsSpecific responsibilitiesย
Preparation of Technical drawings, BoQs and estimations. Conduct needs assessments, focus group discussions, community meetings, and other community mobilization activitiesย Explain to the beneficiaries and stakeholders project implementation methodology, BoQs, designs, scope of work, selection criteria, best use practices for materials and any other related beneficiary project documents Carry out regular follow-up visits with selected project beneficiaries during and post-project implementation Preparation of daily/weekly progress reports, instructions to contractors, variance orders,ย Produce site level BoQs and BoQ amendments, Scope of Work in accordance with NRC Technical minimum standards. Document existing condition of site/unit. Technical oversight of sites construction and other Engineering activities. Responsible for ensuring that safety of beneficiaries and workers in maintained throughout project implementation and that proper measures are taken to ensure safety concerns are immediately rectified. Respond to any project beneficiary information requests and complaints as directed by Project Coordinator and M&E unit. Report on daily activities of Incentive labour and complete documentation in regard to attendance and performance Participate in activities at distribution sites including registration of recipient households, verification of IDs, and signing of distribution lists by beneficiaries Conduct household level M&E activities and develop success stories from project implementation Perform any other task relevant to the position as requested by the Project Technical officers and/or the Project Coordinator.ย
Professional competenciesย
These are skills, knowledge and experience that are important for effective performance.ย
Generic professional competencies:ย
Experience working as a Shelter Technical Assistant (or Equivalent) in a humanitarian/recovery context Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts Documented results related to the positionโs responsibilities Good written and spoken English.ย Sound understanding of humanitarian principles, SPHERE standardsContext/ Specific skills, knowledge and experience:ย
Field(s) of Education: Architecture; Civil Engineering; Structural Engineering; Construction Management; or other relevant field. Social work, construction or similar background Basic knowledge in developing and following through on community mobilization and technical implementation of construction project. Experience in overseeing site/unit level construction activities Basic knowledge in documenting progress of construction related shelter activities Experience in monitoring construction activities/contractors. Experience in working at distribution sites Experience in conducting needs/vulnerability assessments and previous participation in beneficiary selection processes. Experience in working with vulnerable households in urban .setting with an NGO, charity or similar organization. Experience in filing out BoQs and Scope of Work documentationย Proven experience in performing assigned tasks in an efficient and effective manor Experience in field level coordination with community stakeholders, and local government officials and Basic experience in coordinating the technical aspects of implementation activities carried out by Daily/Incentive labour teams Local knowledge of areas of implementation and local building practices Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and negotiation skills including the ability to explain and present technical information. Strong knowledge of MS package (Word, Excelโฆ) and AutoCAD, Revit, primavera.ยBehavioral competenciesย
Managing resources to optimize results Empowering and building trust Managing performance and development Planning and delivering results Flexible and creative Initiating action and change Pro-active, goal-oriented and results driven The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee.ย 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.ย 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.ย Together, we save lives and rebuild futures. Safeguarding is central to NRCโs work. We expect all employees to:ย โข treat everyone with respect and dignityย โข contribute to building a safe environment for allย โข never engage in any form of exploitation, harassment and specifically sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH)ย โข always report. NRC has a zero-tolerance approach to inaction against exploitation, abuse and SEAH