وظائف شاغرة: Intersos Ngo تعلن عن حاجتها لسؤول ميداني للعمل في مأوى
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INTERSOS is a non-profit humanitarian aid organisation that works to bring assistance to people in danger, victims of natural disasters and armed conflicts. Established in 1992 with support from the Italian Federation of Trade Unions, its actions are based on the values of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equal rights and opportunities for all people and respect for diversity and coexistence, paying particular attention to the most vulnerable and the unprotected.
INTERSOS identifies with the core values of CONCORD, the European Confederation of NGOs; it adheres to international codes of conduct for humanitarian organisations and the values and principles expressed within those codes. INTERSOS is recognised by the Italian Ministry for Foreign Affairs, the European Commission and the principal UN agencies; it is privileged to hold an advisory status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
INTERSOS is an independent association which, through its own humanitarian operators, intervenes to effectively answer the needs of people in serious crises situations, mainly in the world's poorest regions, who are suffering, deprived of rights, dignity and essentials goods. It maintains a flexible operating structure. The head office in Italy coordinates, supports and monitors the planned activities in the countries of intervention carried out by decentralised offices.
Job Title : Shelter Field Officer
Reports to : Head of Base/ Program Manager and Technically to the Country Wash & Shelter Manager
Duty Station : North Lebanon with frequent visits to the field
Position Type : Full Time
Job Purpose:
The Shelter Field Officer is part of the INTERSOS Shelter Team, working on Shelter activities, including but not limited to construction and rehabilitation of shelters, schools, buildings, upgrading of sanitation and water facilities, installation of renewable energy systems and distribution of relief items at field level, in the framework of INTERSOS Program in Northern Lebanon funded by AICS. The Shelter Field Officer works in close collaboration with team members of the Shelter and other departments, under the supervision of the HoB/Program Manager and the technical supervision of the Country Wash and Shelter Manager. He/she contributes to and is part of conducting surveys and assessments, collecting and processing of information, implementing activities and reports, Monitor the contractors at field level and liaise with the different departments the required documents for the dedicated procedures The Shelter Field Officer spends most of his/her time in the field and is in regular and direct contact with beneficiaries.
Generic Duties:
- Monitor and report on the project activities and ensure compliance with plans and INTERSOS standards.
- Suggest new methods and approaches in order to improve the quality of the activities.
- Collect all the data related to the Shelter Activities in Northern Lebanon and, if required, in other areas of Lebanon.
- Prepare and file relevant documents according to procedures.
- Organize and implement the construction works and items distribution on the field.
- Report on the running activities in the implementation areas after site visits.
Specific Duties:
- Organize and lead on conducting technical surveys, questionnaires or assessments as required.
- Be the focal point for technical related database management of the assigned area.
- Ensure the timely distribution of shelter relief items to beneficiaries.
- Prepare BoQ and Technical Drawings and final measurements for works, in line with INTERSOS and Shelter sector criteria, and any other shelter intervention.
- Participate in the design of tools to be used by the Shelter team.
- Coordinate with various Intersos staff at field level on planning and implementing program activities.
- Carry out the implementation of shelter support activities, including but not limited to rehabilitation of shelters and/or schools, buildings and the implementation of renewable energy systems, upgrading of sanitary and water facilities.
- Provide technical input in the general supervision, progress of construction activities and control of quality of materials and workmanship.
- Supervise the work done by the contractor for the schools’ rehabilitation.
- Inspect on daily basis construction activities at each site to ensure adherence to agreed standards and processes.
- Ensure project documents are properly filed and kept secured.
- Act responsibly and communicates respectfully with schools’ directors to give a clear and accurate picture of the schools’ past, current and future situation.
- Participate in the field work and respond to queries with good knowledge of relevant information.
- Produce weekly/daily progress reports on the field activities, contract status
- Ensure respect of security rules and report immediately to the HoB/Program Manager.
- Participate actively and constructively in team meetings.
- Respond to donor requests for special cases which need individual attention and follow their progress.
- Attend shelter working group in North and represent a positive image on INTERSOS
Education:
- University Degree in (Civil) Engineering, certificate in building/construction or related technical qualification
Competencies: (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
Professional competencies:
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience
- Experience in monitoring construction and managing contractors is highly desirable
- Experience in community-based approaches to construction
- Familiarity with the minimum construction standards for SSB (eg. Shelter Sector Standards in Lebanon)
- A previous experience with Intersos is a plus.
- Report writing skills and computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, CAD, Power point
- Experience in conducting surveys, managing data and statistics is desirable
- Knowledge of the NGO operations and the dynamics of the humanitarian sector is a plus
- Driving License issued since more than 2 years
Behavioural competencies:
- Teamwork
- Excellent Communication & Negotiation Skills
- Planning and Organizing; Strong organizational skills and able to coordinate and manage a diverse array of activities and stakeholders
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Initiative
- Problem solving and decision making
- Strategic vision
- Leadership: developing and motivating staffs
- Driving and achieving results
- Humanitarian motivation and commitment to INTERSOS values
- Respect of Intersos policies and procedures
