What we are looking for
Experience in a development and/or humanitarian Shelter and Settlements programming environment in senior level project management position with demonstrable technical expertise and project implementation supervision.
Strong strategic thinker with demonstrated capacity to translate concepts into action and proven ability to be accountable for all components of the programme.
Flexible approach to managing and prioritising diverse workload, with ability to work effectively across cultures, in sensitive environments and with stakeholders at all levels.
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Palestine. We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position.
What you will be doing
The Shelter and Settlement Specialist position is responsible for technical development, strategic direction, and quality assurance as well as monitoring of NRC Palestine’s Shelter and Settlement activities and programme, as well as relevant staff mentoring and capacity development.
The Shelter and Settlement Specialist is expected to follow NRC’s standards, procedures, and guidelines for CC programme governance. S/he is also responsible for the overall strategic planning and coordination of all Shelter interventions, either directly within the Shelter Core Competency (CC) or as an integrated approach across other CCs.
Key responsibilities
Develop the Shelter and Settlement Core Competency strategy, technical SoPs/ guidelines and Macro logframes to enable NRC to respond to humanitarian and recovery needs relevant to the context.
Responsible for technical quality and providing technical direction and project implementation support.
Contribute to identifying funding opportunities, including funding proposals, project budgets, and donor reports. Identify trends in conditions/standards and donor priorities and assess better ways to assist.
Support the consolidation as well as the enhancement of cash and market-based approaches within (and across) NRC core competency responses, where appropriate.
Closely coordinate with all CCs and cross-thematic areas to maximise on integrated programming and promote early recovery.
Ensure the relevant safe programming principles are embedded in all Shelter and Settlement activities.
Responsible for following up on compliance with contractual commitments within the Shelter and Settlement CC and ensure adherence to NRC policies, handbooks, procedures and SoPs/guidelines.
Develop a fit-for-purpose system and tools for continuous quality improvement and learning in Shelter and Settlement programme, and proactively document and disseminate lessons learned; ensure key learnings are extracted from CC implementation and incorporate them in CC development processes.
Represent NRC in relevant forums/clusters, including with relevant authorities.
Provide recruitment support, systematic training, and build capacity of technical staff.
Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the CO’s advocacy strategy.
What you will bring
A bachelor’s degree from a relevant field of study.
At least five years in a development and/or humanitarian Shelter and Settlements programming environment, including three years’ experience in a senior level project management position.
Knowledge in protection mainstreaming, community outreach/engagement, community capacity building, and/or community-development oriented programming, DRR approaches including environmental analysis.
Experience in needs assessment, project monitoring and evaluation, and technical programme supervision.
Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts, knowledgeable about the
context in Palestine and Arabic language skills is an advantage.
Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office, including strong skills in Word, Excel and Outlook.
Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position.
What we offer
Duty station: Jerusalem, Palestine (maybe relocated to Amman, Jordan).
Contract: 12 months with possible extension.
Travel: 30% travel to NRC areas of operations.
Salary/benefits: Grade 9 on NRC's grading structure.
NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.
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Important information about the application process
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Palestine. We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position.
Please ensure you attach copies of your academic and professional certificates.
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When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education.
Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV.
Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We receive many applicants for each vacant position.
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join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility
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Learn more about NRC Palestine The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organisation recognised for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people. At NRC, we give responsibility to employees at all levels and foster professional growth and innovative teams. You can expect a supportive culture and an open dialogue with management. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Together, we save lives and rebuild futures. Safeguarding is central to NRC’s work. We expect all employees to: • treat everyone with respect and dignity • contribute to building a safe environment for all • never engage in any form of exploitation, harassment and specifically sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH) • always report. NRC has a zero-tolerance approach to inaction against exploitation, abuse and SEAH