Field Assistant (Shelter/NFI)

Under the direct supervision of a Senior Project Assistant or an International Programme and Project Officers of the Shelter/Non-Food Items (NFI) Unit the successful candidate will implement activities related to data collection, distribution, community mobilization, shelter technical follow up, fire safety, safe use of LPG related equipment and supervising cash for work activities in Cox’s Bazar.

1. Assist in the implementation of the IOM Shelter/NFI programme with a focus on the data collection, distribution, community mobilization, shelter technical follow up, fire safety, safe use of LPG related equipment and guiding and following up on cash for work activities in the field.
2. Assist in needs/gap assessment, distribution of tokens/dissemination of Shelter /NFI-related messaging to beneficiaries (i.e., in advance of the distribution/training, set up venues and training logistics), and crowd control with security measures including Covid-19 protocols.
3. Assist in providing technical support and guidance to households in implementing Shelter/NFI activities in coordination with the field team by visiting beneficiaries’ shelter door-to-door.
4. Collect and document the best practices through surveys, focus group discussions and key informants’ interviews.
5. Collect accurate and updated data on the progress of the programmes and produce daily and weekly reports and other ad-hoc updates as required.
6. Support coordination in camps during project implementation, including suppliers, Site Management and Site Development, Protection, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene related actors, as well as with government entities.
7. Support in organizing field level meetings and workshops for staff as well as conducting specific training and orientation for the implementation of Shelter/NFI activities for beneficiaries.
8. Provide general guidance to third-party/cash for work personnel in the implementation of the above-mentioned activities in accordance with the programmes’ guiding documents and instructions.
9. Perform other duties as required and assigned.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma with three years of relevant experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in political or social sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law, Engineering/Architecture, or related fields from an accredited academic institution with one year of relevant professional experience.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in Shelter/NFI response programming, needs assessment, data collection, community mobilization, fire safety, distribution, training, shelter upgrade guidance, monitoring and review.
• Experience in Shelter/NFI programmes, particularly shelter technical supervision, distribution, training, community mobilization, and sensitization is an advantage
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government, or government institutions/organizations in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.

SKILLS

• In-depth knowledge of distribution (Shelter/NFI materials), community mobilization and sensitization activities, trainings on shelter DRR, fire safety, and security on safe cooking measures, technical guidance/follow-up.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge on the use of IT gadgets, KOBO and SCOPE platform.

LANGUAGES 

Required- Fluency in Bangla and Working knowledge in English (oral and written)
Local Chittagonian language will be considered an advantage 

COMPETENCIES
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies: 

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
  Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1,2, or 3 (depending on grade)
• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

If direct reports (10th row above) for SES is greater than zero, then the managerial competencies below are inserted. 

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2 or 3 (depending on grade)

• Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.
• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic directio