Shelter & WASH Officer

Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

Job details

Posted Date

Sep, 06

Expire Date

Sep, 16

Job description

The purpose of the officer position is day to day implementation of the shelter Project. Use actions words such as ensure, implement or assist for the position relevant responsibilities.

Generic responsibilities (max 10)

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.

Ensure adherence with NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines
Implement delegated shelter project portfolio according to plan of action
Prepare and develop status reports as required by management
Ensure proper filing of documents
Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need, and explore and asses new and better ways to assist
Promote and share ideas for technical improvement

Specific responsibilities

These responsibilities shall be adapted to the particularities of the job location and context, phase of operation, strategic focus and type of programme intervention. This section shall be revised whenever a new employee is hired or the context changes significantly.

Ensure timely delivery of quality construction
Lead in overall planning and design of projects
Undertake the tendering process including pre-qualifying contractors, evaluations and awards
Prepare tender documents for construction works including technical drawings, specifications of works, Bills of Quantities and conditions of contracts
Assess the completion of works, recommend for payments, and prepare interim and final payment certificates
Maintain and update contract files on each construction project
Review contract claims, analyse and recommend variation orders
Prepare documents for final handover and closure of projects
Provide technical input in the general supervision, progress of construction activities and control of quality of materials and workmanship
Prepare the monthly cash and payment forecast for activities carried out by contractors
Identify of the key hygiene practices to be addressed and work with and work closely with the community hygine promoters
Responsible for provision of professional technical support and guidance on activities within the areas of Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) this will include capacity building of the community CHP structures
Under the supervision of the coordinator, the officer is responsible for the daily technical implementation, supervision, monitoring and reporting of the field activities, and for ensuring proper coordination with beneficiaries, municipalities, rapid response teams, other authorities.
Mobilize the community to change behaviour regarding hygiene practice and C19 prevention and control. Creation and follow up WASH Committees and their performance in the Informal Settlements.

Skills and qualifications

Competencies

Professional competencies

Generic professional competencies:

Experience from working as a Project Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Strong analysis skills (qualitative and qualitative)
Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity
Good understanding of complex emergencies and crisis contexts
Flexible and creative
Strong organizational and logistical skills
Goal oriented with ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.
Ability and willingness to work and live in challenging conditions
Proficiency in MS Office software (especially Word and Excel) and AutoCAD is essential