Shelter and Settlement Officer

About the Position

Shelter and Settlement Officer

Reporting to the Shelter Non-Food Item (SNFI) Team leader, this position will provide day-to-day supervision of construction and infrastructure activities, SNFI assessment, and distribution. This includes responsibility for all other sectors' construction activities assigned under its control and will also oversee activities of the SNFI Assistants.

Responsibilities

• Continuously supervise the quality of SNFI materials (both shelter repair kits and household NFI) to be distributed.
• Contribute to the preparation of bills of quantities, breakdowns estimate, and technical specifications for various construction and SNFI activities.
• Participate in assessment, verification, and distribution of SNFIs and provide guidance for vulnerable individuals on the use of different SNFIs.
• Supervise ongoing construction of shelter units being constructed by vulnerable persons who received shelter materials.
• Participate in relevant meetings with community leaders, block leaders, Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC), and other implementing partners.
• Conduct quality control of materials and implemented activities.
• Conduct frequent rapid needs assessments of the situation in the event of an emergency in collaboration with other stakeholders to address construction problems.
• Prepare and submit reports as required by the supervisor.
• Ensure the observance of the DRC Code of Conduct throughout activity implementation.
• Plan and organize work schedules, project team member monitoring, and guidance.
• Ensure quality control and site monitoring to ensure services are in accordance with SPHERE standards.
• Conduct beneficiaries’ list data collection, field verification, handover documentation, and record maintenance.
• Continuously update project documentation and files.

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, Architecture, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience; at least 3 years of NGO experience is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office and CAD software such as AutoCAD or ArchiCAD.
• Ability to prepare, interpret, and supervise technical designs and works.
• Strong planning, problem-solving, communication, negotiation, and teamwork skills.
• Experience in staff training and capacity building.
• Experience working in complex and hardship contexts under tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of local languages and Arabic is an advantage.
• High professional ethics, integrity, and a results-oriented approach.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:

• Striving for excellence: Focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
• Collaborating: Involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
• Taking the lead: Take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicating: Listen and speak effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrating integrity: Uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment.

We Offer

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national employees; please refer to our website.

About the Company

Danish Refugee Council (DRC)

Founded in 1956, 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 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, IDPs, 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.