Shelter and Settlement Officer

About the Position

Shelter and Settlement Officer

We are seeking a Shelter and Settlement Officer to join our team in Aleppo and Idlib, Syria, to work on shelter and WASH projects.

About the Company

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is Denmark’s largest and a leading international NGO. We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In over 30 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.

Responsibilities

• Assessing schools, collective shelters, and unfinished buildings in the Governorate and countryside of the governorate.
• Supervise, monitor, and coordinate the work of DRC construction companies according to TL instruction.
• Preparing and revising draft of Bill of Quantities.
• Regular reporting on rehabilitation works to TL.
• Quality control on material and work executed by contractors.
• Verifying work status for processing payments.
• Identification of buildings for rehabilitation according to TL instruction.
• Supervise and monitor the distribution of kits, equipment, and furniture according to TL instructions.
• Submit TL accurate material prices from the market on a monthly basis.
• Represented DRC at the sub-national level when TLs were unavailable.
• Any other task as requested by the direct manager and project manager.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ working experience in monitoring construction works if engineering university degree.
• Minimum 4 years’ working experience in monitoring construction works if engineering institution.
• Preparing Bill of Quantities.
• Verifying construction material qualities.
• Experience with following standard procedures and guidelines for shelter and WASH projects.
• Advances in renewable/durable power projects for shelter, WASH Irrigation, productive community projects.
• Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes.
• Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.
• Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment.

Education

• Engineering university degree (Civil, Architecture, Mechanical, or Electrical).

Languages

• Arabic
• Good English

We Offer

• Contract length: Until 31-Dec-2026
• Level: H2
• Location: Aleppo, and Idlib with frequent field trips to DRC Field Locations
• Expected Start date: ASAP

Application Process

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the below link:

Application Link: Talentech - Shelter and Settlement Officer - Application Form

All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in the same language as this vacancy note. CV only applications will not be considered.

Applications close: 18-June-2026

Need further information? If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport. For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website www.drc.org

About the Employer

Founded in 1956, DRC Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO. We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In over 30 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.

By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of over 6,000 employees. We pride ourselves on our:

• Professionalism, impact & expertise
• Humanitarian approach & the work we do
• Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
• Culture, values & strong leadership
• Fair compensation & continuous development

DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s, and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.

Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants based on individual merit and qualifications, regardless of personal characteristics or attributes. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, aiming for a 50% balance of men and women in management roles and ensuring that at least 50% of management roles are filled by national staff. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is crucial for achieving our organizational goals and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.