Shelter Officer (Zahle)

ROLE PURPOSE: The Shelter Officer will be based primarily in the SCI office in Zahle and will manage the day-to-day implementation of components of SC’s emergency shelter and NFI’s programme in Bekaa.   Current emergency shelter and NFI programme activities are primarily based on self-aid schemes. Activities include: Distribution of quick fixing kits (QFK’s) in Informal Tented Settlements Construction of temporary shelters in Informal Tented Settlements Sealing-off of unfinished buildings and garages used for shelter using a voucher-based modality Rehabilitation of unfinished buildings and garages used for shelter using a cash-based modality Distribution of NFI’s Site improvement for Informal Tented Settlements. Supporting other construction-related activities being implemented by the other programs (E.g. Rehabilitation of schools)   The Shelter Officer will represent the shelter programme and has to ensure that all aspects of their and the Shelter Team’s work is undertaken in accordance with Save the Children’s Policies.   This post is anticipated for a minimum of 3 months, but is likely to be extended depending on performance and speculative funding.   Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a technical assessment.   KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY: Programme management Plan, prepare and oversee the implementation of components of the Emergency Shelter activities in Bekaa, ensuring the quality programme. Plan, prepare and oversee the implementation of components of NFI distribution activities in Bekaa, ensuring the quality programme. Represent and support the Shelter Coordinator and/or Advisor in meetings (internal and external) Ensure appropriate evaluation, implementation and monitoring systems are in place, Supervise, manage and support staff (as described above) in all the process by solving the problems that could occur with beneficiaries. Be responsible for any evaluation and assessment at field level (with partners or internal to SC on shelter or multi disciplinary approach) Lead the negotiation of rental-agreements with landlords, where appropriate Be in daily contact with the Field Manager and the Shelter Coordinator. Provide daily, weekly and monthly reports. Be ready to respond to enquiries, needs and challenges that arise that are related directly or indirectly to their field of work; Partnership management Maintain working partnerships and good communication with representatives of SC shelter partners and programmes (E.g. UNHCR, UNICEF, DFID, ERF, German FFO, DRC, NRC, PU-AMI, Medair, ACF etc) Build and maintain relationships with local municipalities and community leaders Build and maintain partnership with local NGOs Schedule and organize meetings with implementing partners to discuss progress and challenges Human resources and capacity building Identify staff needs In collaboration with the Shelter Advisor, Coordinator and Field Manager support the recruitment of appropriate personnel for the Shelter Team. In collaboration with Shelter Advisor and Coordinator identify capacity building requirements for the Shelter Team members. Deliver technical trainings and one-on-one mentoring Supervise and coach all direct reports Ensure Shelter Team members use weekly work plans and reports Conduct trainings for relevant local NGOs and partners. Coordination and advocacy Represent SC at regional cluster/coordination meetings (e.g. Distribution,Shelter,WASHetc) and other meetings and forums and take leading role to strengthen shelter aspects related to child protection and education. Ensure that programme interventions continue to be informed by and integrated with other core sectors of SC, such as protection, education, health & Nutrition and food security & livelihoods. Ensure activities are developed in partnership with relevant local authorities and other key stakeholders, including local partners (where present) and aim to establish/strengthen processes and mechanisms at local, district, and national levels. Promote the participation of children in all aspects of the response where possible and appropriate. Contribute to the development of case studies for the purpose of reporting, advocacy and media efforts.   The position holder may be expected to support Shelter and NFI distribution related activities elsewhere inLebanon. This is contingent upon needs and resources. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES Diploma or degree in one of the following: Civil engineering, architecture, construction, urban planning or other Built Environment related field. Social work or similar relevant field Extended work experience (3 years experience minimum) Experience in project management and team management Experience in an international and local NGOs (especially during the emergency phase) Experience in working on shelter and construction/rehabilitation projects in emergencies and post emergencies English skilled (fluent in speaking and writing) Computer knowledge (proficient in word and excel Ability to write weekly and monthly report Excellent contact and diplomacy to manage relationship in tensed situation; Experience in the social/humanitarian field Experience in community mobilisation and conducting outreach activities Ability to take initiative where appropriate to deal with difficulties encountered in daily work; Ability to adapt or change priorities according to the changing situation within a mission or the organisation itself; Ability to maintain consistent high standards of professional behaviour and achievement when working independently and as part of a team. Well organized; Able to manage stress and pressure Commitment to and understanding of SC aims, values and principles including rights-based approaches