All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity, and accountability. These attitudes and beliefs shall guide our actions and relationships.

Role and responsibilities

Generic responsibilities:

1. Implement plan of action for delegated portfolio of Shelter projects (activities, budget, and project documentation).
2. Day-to-day follow-up of progress in project implementation
3. Ensure compliance with NRC policies, CC tools, handbooks, and guidelines.
4. Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need and explore and assess new and better ways to assist.
5. Promote and share ideas for technical improvement.
6. Prepare periodic progress reports and other documents.
7. Ensure capacity building of project staff and transfer key skills. 
8. Liaise and collaborate with relevant local authorities and stakeholders.
9. Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy.
10. Conduct needs assessments and site surveys to determine shelter requirements.
11. Develop technical drawings, bills of quantities (BoQs), and construction guidelines.
12. Supervise construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance of shelters, community infrastructure, and settlement layouts.
13. Ensure compliance with Sphere standards, national building codes, and organizational policies.
14. Integrate disaster risk reduction (DRR), climate resilience, and environmental sustainability into shelter designs.
15. Prepare technical reports, donor updates, and documentation of lessons learned.

Specific responsibilities:

• Assist the PM/PC in developing beneficiary selection criteria and Standard Operating Procedures. 

• Development of construction management tools and documentation. Verification and authorization of completion-of-work certificates.

• Oversee the recruitment, training, organization, and management of community contracting cooperatives and incentive workers (community mobilizers, construction workers).

• In collaboration with PM/PC and with input from Shelter assistants, develop the technical aspects of Tender Documentation for the project. Participate in tender openings and review of supplier samples with Logistics. Prepare PRs/Pos and follow up on the timely procurement of materials, tools, and services.

• Liaise and collaborate with relevant local authorities, local and international NGOs/Agencies, and other key stakeholders at the community and area level

• Plan and supervise the distribution activities of shelter materials and essential household items. Ensure NRC Standard Operating procedures are adhered to during distributions. 

• Supports PM in development of contingency response plans for any unforeseen emergencies.

• Any other task relevant to the position as requested by the Project Manager (Area Manager/Shelter Specialist/Area Program Manager if no PM)

Capacity Building

• Train and mentor shelter assistants, contractors, and community volunteers.
• Organize workshops on construction safety, site planning, and shelter maintenance.
• Strengthen local capacity for self-help and community-driven shelter initiatives.

Competencies are important for the employee and the organisation to deliver desired results. They are relevant for all staff and are divided into the following two categories:

 1. Professional competencies:

These are skills, knowledge, and experience that are important for effective performance.

Generic professional competencies for this position: 

• Experience from working as a Technical Officer or Coordinator in a project implementation position in a humanitarian/recovery context.
• Previous experience working in complex and volatile contexts.
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile.  

• Proficient working level of written and spoken English. 

Context/ Specific skills, knowledge, and experience: 

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in engineering, architecture, construction management, or equivalent

• At least three years’ experience in a responsible position in an NGO (preferred), or in an international or national company.

• Proven experience in developing and following through on the technical implementation of construction projects. 

• Experience in developing BoQs, BoQs Amendments, Scope of Work, Technical specifications of materials, and construction activities.

• Ability to prioritize needs and carry out multiple tasks simultaneously. 

• Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and negotiation skills. 

• Good understanding of concept notes, proposals, and report writing.

• Advanced computer skills, especially in Word, Excel, GIS, and CAD. Knowledge of Microsoft Project and other design programs is a plus.

2. Behavioural competencies

These are personal qualities that influence how successful people are in their jobs. NRC’s Competency Framework states 12 behavioural competencies, and the following are essential for this position:

• Handling insecure environments 
• Managing resources to optimize results
• Empowering and building trust
• Managing performance and development
• Planning and delivering results