Shelter Project Manager NRC Jordan – Azraq & Zaatari Camps (Open to Nationals Only)

Background

NRC Jordan, in partnership with UNHCR, is the lead actor in the provision of Shelter and Basic Needs services to Syrian refugees residing in Zaatari and Azraq camps, which host over 135,000 Syrian refugees.

More specifically, the Shelter Program consists of the provision of shelter and infrastructure maintenance and improvement, with the aim of empowering communities to be committed to own the process of enhancing the sustainability, safety, and security of the physical and social infrastructures of the two refugee camps.

NRC’s Basic Needs intervention supports essential operational camp services, including management of the reception areas and joint WFP/UNHCR help desks, provision of basic needs assistance to new arrivals, and running the centralized distribution centers.

Job Purpose

The Shelter Project Manager will be responsible for the oversight and implementation of the NRC shelter portfolio at Zaatari and Azraq camps, by planning and managing several shelter units, ensuring the workflow is adequate, meeting deadlines and targets and developing with the team proper planning of activities for her/his teams.

What makes the position attractive

• Its a good professional challenge that will provide you with an opportunity to make some meaningful impact on the lives of people in Jordan
• An opportunity to work with a dedicated team advocating for the rights of people forced to flee.
• Its an opportunity to work for an international organization and one of the leading INGO’s in Jordan

We are also looking for people who share our values:

• To be dedicated in what we do;
• To be innovative with our solutions;
• Empowering and building trust
• To be accountable to the donors that make our work possible; the beneficiaries that we exist to serve; and to each other… the members of our NRC family.

What you will do

• Contribute to the development of Country, Area and Shelter strategies, initiate and participate in the development of relevant Shelter projects.
• Coordinate and manage Shelter project implementation (activities, budget and project documentation) in Azraq and Zaatari camps in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements, and strive for innovative and beneficiary centric programming.
• Implement technical direction and ensure high technical quality of projects.
• Ensure strong coordination and collaboration with all relevant local authorities and shelter stakeholders at the field level, partners in Azraq and Zaataru camps, in particular relevant UNHCR and WFP units as well as camp management, to ensure a strong and positive working relationship. In addition, participate in relevant camp coordination forums.
• Develop and manage project budget, monitor expenditures and coordinate across CCs
• Provide regular progress reports to the Area Manager and the Shelter Specialist. Also responsible for the monthly UNHCR and WFP reporting and provision of input to NRC’s Shelter Specialist for all other donor reporting requirements.
• Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need of protection, explore and asses new and better ways to assist.
• Ensure active coordination of teams across Azraq and Zaatari camps to ensure a harmonized and coordinated implementation of joint projects, recognizing differences in each camp context.
• Line management and promoting a positive and dynamic work environment for shelter staff through strong performance management, active capacity building and the promotion of a respectful work environment.
• Drive adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
• Ensure project progress is documented, integrating sound M&E procedures in all aspects of the shelter project.
• Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the NRC advocacy strategy.

Professional Competencies, Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 3 years of experience from a senior level project implementation position in a humanitarian/recovery context.
• Engineering degree qualification is a value add.
• Technical Shelter expertise with experience from working in complex and volatile contexts.
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
• Valid driver’s license.

Context/specific skills, knowledge and experience

• Experience leading on all elements of project and budget management mandatory.
• Experience managing large teams mandatory.
• Fluency in spoken and written Arabic mandatory.
• Strong coordination and diplomatic skills.
• Previous experience in a camp setting is an added advantage.

Behavioral Competencies

• Managing resources to optimize results
• Managing performance and development
• Empowering and building trust
• Handling insecure environments

NRC line managers must have the following Leadership profile.

• Build meaningful relations.
• Empower people.
• Act with integrity
• Deliver results.

What We Offer

NRC is an equal opportunities employer and aims to have staffing diversity in terms of age, gender, ethnicity, nationality and physical ability.

We offer an opportunity to match your career to a compelling cause and a chance to meet and work with people who are the best in their fields.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply and join our work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility: At NRC we think outside the box. We encourage ideas and give responsibility to all employees at all levels, to help solve the complex issues that we face. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take initiative.

Additional information:

Grade: Grade 8

Reports to : Area Manager for Camps

Duty station: Azraq & Zaatari Camps

Travel: 10% (consisting of travel to Amman)

Duration and type of contract: Fixed term till December 31, 2023 (renewable based on need, funding and performance)

Salary: Based Upon NRC salary Scale.

For more detailed information, find the detailed Job Description