Shelter Program Manager

Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need around the world. Save the Children has been operating in Lebanon since 1999 and is recognized for its commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration.  Save the Children currently implements programs in Child Protection, Education, CRC, Health and Nutrition, Food Security & Livelihood, Shelter, and Emergency Response throughout Lebanon.   Save the Children is seeking qualified candidates to fulfill the following positions, for its Lebanon Country Office, in the following locations Beirut, Tripoli, Akkar and Bekaa: ROLE PURPOSE: (this role is dependent on funding)   SCI has an existing Shelter program in Bekaa. The post holder described herein will be responsible for the set-up of a new Shelter program in Akkar. The position holder will be responsible for the capacity building of a new team and the implementation of Shelter, NFI and Rehabilitation activities in Akkar and will provide management over-site of any activities in Tripoli. Emergency shelter and NFI programme activities are primarily based on the principle of self-aid and 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 Rehabilitation of unfinished buildings and garages used for shelter using a cash-based modality Distribution of NFI’s Supporting other construction-related activities being implemented by the other programs (E.g. Rehabilitation of schools)   The Shelter Manager will be expected to represent SCI and the shelter programme at a regional and national level. They will be responsible for ensuring that all SCI Shelter activities in the relevant geographic areas are done in accordance with Save the Children’s policies and minimum standards.   This post is anticipated for a minimum of 6 months, but is likely to be extended depending on performance and speculative funding. The position holder may be required to spend 1 day a week inBeirutin order attend internal and external meetings   Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a technical assessment. KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY: Human resources and capacity building In      collaboration with the Shelter Advisor oversee the recruitment of      appropriate personnel for the Shelter Team. Work in collaboration with      Shelter Advisor to identify capacity building requirements for the Shelter      Team members and develop capacity building plan for all Shelter national      staff Conduct on-the-job training and conduct regular training sessions Ensure that policy and procedure is understood by new staff (e.g. procurement and finance requirements)   Lead, manage and motivate staff      under direct line management, ensuring that they have clear objectives and      receive meaningful feedback on their performances   Programme management: With the Advisor and Field Manager, finalize implementation plans for each Shelter & NFI project Prepare regular work plans in line with the implementation plan and; ensure timely implementation of activities in line with the plans (including beneficiary registration, trainings, data collection and distributions). Ensure consistency in methodology and quality with other SCI Shelter programs in Lebanon Monitor budget/expenditure based on the implementation plans; and analyse Budget-versus-Actual (BVA) reports to assess any discrepancies and ensure timely expenditure With the Advisor, analyse information to select intervention sites;  and analyse and evaluate monitoring data to understand impact of project and identify lessons learned for future programming Liaise on a regular basis with finance, logistics, and administration to guarantee the smooth running of programmes Supervise assessments and beneficiary identification. Liaise with refugees communities and ensure adequate information, communication, sensitization, mobilization, feedback collection Produce timely reports for internal and external use   Proposal Development Work with the Advisor to write proposals, including logical frameworks (and developing measurable indicators to measure outputs/outcomes) to secure funding for additional programming; ensure that appropriate measurable indicators are established Participate in the continuous assessment of mid and long term Shelter & NFI needs and ensure that it is appropriately reflected in sectoral meetings Work with colleagues from other sectors to ensure regular coordination at strategic and programmatic level; and ensure multi-sectoral programming With other team members (and communities), identify programme gaps and ensure appropriate action is taken Lead and conduct needs assessments to guide strategy development   Monitoring and Evaluation: Ensure clear plans in place for      monitoring and evaluating project activities in relation to Save the      Children and donor objectives; and that lessons learnt are shared and      capitalized on Ensure that projects are      monitored regularly, and that data is collected on a weekly, monthly and      quarterly basis Contribute to the development of      data collection tools and databases Regularly visit project sites to      ensure that teams are appropriately supported   Coordination and advocacy Represent      SC at all relevant regional coordination meetings (e.g. Distribution,      Shelter, WASH etc.) and other meetings and forums and take leading role to      strengthen shelter aspects related to child protection and education. In      collaboration with the Shelter Advisor, represent SC at relevant national      level coordination meetings Regularly      coordinate with UNHCR at regional level and build positive working      relationship 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, local NGOs etc.) Ensure      that programme interventions continue to be informed by and integrated      with other core sectors of SC, such as protection, education, Health and      Food Security & Livelihoods (FSL). 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 in Lebanon. This is contingent upon needs and resources. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Experience Minimum 7 years of work experience Minimum of 2 years of experience working with NGO’s in an emergency/humanitarian or development context Minimum of 2 years of experience of line management Minimum of 2 years of experience of basic construction, distributions, report writing etc   Skills Minimum bachelor’s degree in Civil engineering, architecture, construction, urban planning or other Built Environment related field, Familiar with humanitarian sector, donors, technical aspects of humanitarian Shelter, Sphere standards, distributions and Humanitarian principles Familiar with liaising with NGO’s and UN bodies Strength in interpersonal, communication and presentation skills and teamwork Familiar with construction; tendering,      contracting, construction monitoring etc. Proficiency on Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel,      Good time management and organizational skills Fluency in written and spoken English Flexibility and willingness to change work practices and hours, and capability to work in insecure environment    APPLICATION PROCESS   Please note that the closing date for applications is: For External applicants on September 4th .                          The selection committee will review all applications as they are received. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. No further information will be given over the phone.   Please note: due to the critical nature of this recruitment, applications will be reviewed as they are received and successful candidates contacted on an on-going basis.  Internal Applicants are given priority in the recruitment process.   STARTING DATE: Immediate.  We’re looking for people who can start as soon as possible or within the next few weeks.   Each application package should include the following: •              Job title for the role you are applying for in subject header of the email •              Cover letter with the applicant’s current contact information •              CV (including detailed work experience, education/degrees)  –  3pages maximum •              Professional References (minimum of three, with complete contact information) •              Kindly do not send supporting certificates and documents at this stage •              Letter and CV should be saved into one Word or PDF document and sent to Lebanon.vacancies@savethechildren.org   Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.   We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.  All applicants will also be subject to Save the Children’s usual Child Safeguarding Policy and reference checking process.