Technical Field Officer

Responsibly for timely and quality implementation of technical aspects of the shelter projects including the effective management of technical field assistant(s), effective communication with social team, effective communication and follow up between house owners ensuring that they are clear of their contractual obligations and comply with them. Ensures that all issues are dealt with and recorded in a timely and effective manner, ensuring the organization of hard and soft copies of all shelter related documentation.  Key Responsibilities To manage the Technical Field Assistants under his/her supervision. Including performance management, daily briefings, daily reports, activity planning and capacity building. To coordinate with external stakeholders as required such as municipality focal points, other NGOs etc. To conduct technical assessments and explain to all beneficiaries and those who did not fall within the project criteria the NRC selection criteria. Produce accurate drawings, reports, measurements (BoQs) and/or photographs as evidence of a technical assessment. To ensure that house owners are clearly explained and understand the project and terms of the agreement they are undertaking with NRC. Conduct random site visits at every stage to check quality, quantity, and timeliness, and sign the relevant documentation Assist house owners with technical advice on how to complete their works at the expected quality and budget. To guarantee that all house owners and beneficiaries sign all the appropriate documentation for their contracts and subsequent payments. Systematically follow up on troublesome cases To organize and manage the file folders and make sure that all necessary documents are in place. To coordinate with NRC social staff at the field level in planning and performing programs activities. To ensure and promote efficient and cost-effective use of NRC’s assets and resources in order to maximize funding to beneficiaries To submit to the PC weekly reports on the activities and action points, as well as car movement plans. Provide regular reports relating to analysis of assessment findings, as well as progress and situation reports Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor Supervisees: The TFO supervise the work of the assigned TFA(s). Qualifications and Competences Academic and Professional Qualifications Ordinary National Diploma / Technical in relevant field Relevant Experience Minimum 3 years of proven field experience in relevant field, in a busy working environment. Knowledge, Skills & Personal Attributes Good communication and interpersonal skills Good problem solving skills Strong organizational and team working skills Good cultural awareness and sensitivity Highly approachable, trustworthy and confidential Very Good English Language level Knowledge of the NGO operations and the dynamics of the humanitarian sector is a plus Excellent communicational and report writing skills (oral and written). Strong computer experience (Word, Excel, Power point). Construction technical knowledge Achievement indicators Delivering working tasks in a structured and professional manner, according to a daily activity plan Meeting deadlines Applying to the NRC standards, policies and guidelines Adapting and coping to change Communication with impact and respect Make sure that NRC criteria is well communicated to all beneficiaries Accuracy in measurements and pricings The NRC strategy for shelters activities is implemented in field office