*Wash/Shelter Officer Cameroon at Norwegian Refugee Council*

Wash/Shelter Officer Cameroon Kousseri

Cameroon

Job Description

The Wash/Shelter Officer ensures the implementation of the project and the management of the team under his responsibility in the intervention zones

Responsibilities

General Responsibilities

Ensure adherence to NRC policies, manuals and guidelines;
Implement the portfolio of projects delegated to him in accordance with the action plan;
Write project progress reports at the request of the supervisor or technical advisor;
Ensure correct archiving of documents;
Ensure that projects target beneficiaries with the greatest need and evaluate new and better ways of delivering assistance;
Encourage and make proposals to promote technical improvement;
Raise awareness among communities on options for implementing construction/rehabilitation projects and on the principles of environmental protection, sustainable use of construction materials and alternative methods of using construction materials;
Carry out site inspection visits and ensure that the technical requirements validated by management are respected by construction supervisors;
Organize and supervise construction work;
Plan construction activities and their monitoring on the different intervention sites.

Specific responsibilities

Participates in the implementation of planning tools, identification of needs and those for monitoring and evaluating projects;
Make monthly forecasts of related expenses following the established model and ensure follow-up;
Manage and supervise Shelter WASH assistants;
Support supervisors in anticipating needs and planning site supplies;
Under the supervision of the PM Shelter WASH, initiate the drafts of technical drawings, cost estimates and the technical specifications book for hydraulic infrastructure and civil engineering construction projects;
Submit to his/her direct manager proposals for modifying the technical characteristics of the works, in the event of unanticipated land constraints;
Design with the construction manager, the configuration of emergency, post-emergency and nexus type installations;
Prepare requisition and receipt sheets in the case of direct distribution of materials;
Collaborate with logistics colleagues and community members to accurately monitor the quantities and qualities of materials delivered to communities;
In collaboration with logistics, plan the movement of trucks to supply shelter construction sites with materials;
Establish and maintain good working relationships with local authorities and community, local committees and partners as well as with all stakeholders in its area;
Take an active part in the coordination meetings of its base;
Ensure that standards are known and applied during the implementation of Shelter and WASH projects on the ground;
Identify relevant advocacy topics related to land issues and legal identity;
Monitor the quality of the WASH and SHELTER infrastructures built as well as the proper execution of WASH/Shelter works, in particular the rehabilitation and construction of boreholes, the construction of latrines, the construction of shelters, schools, etc.
Ensures the archiving of all project documents;
At the request of the supervisor, participates in any inter-sectoral evaluation process, including analyses and planning;
Prepare and implement NFI distribution, including site preparation, verification, distribution, crowd control and complaint handling;
At the request of the supervisor, represents NRC in working group meetings relating to the various Wash and SHELTER sectors;
Perform all other construction-related tasks requested by management.

Qualifications

1- General skills General professional skills:

Hold a university degree (Bac + 4) in EHA, hydraulics, Civil Engineering, Public Works, architecture, or its equivalent;
Professional experience as a “Project Officer” in a humanitarian or recovery context;
Solid knowledge of Wash and Shelter principles in conflict environments; efVzVD2 vb9CJ
Previous professional experience in complex and unstable contexts;
Proven results on the responsibilities of the position;
Knowledge of his leadership style/profile;
English an asset.

Context-specific skills, knowledge and experiences:

Have proven knowledge in drilling construction/rehabilitation, traditional housing in the Far North;
Have proven knowledge in the sizing of drinking water supply networks (AEP);
Specific knowledge about epidemics;
Have project design skills;
Have good planning and activity monitoring skills;
Have a great capacity for analysis;
Have good knowledge/experience in conducting qualitative/quantitative assessments and adequately responding to identified gaps;
Be able to work in a team and in a heterogeneous and international environment;
Have a good knowledge of the local cultures and languages of the intervention areas;
Have a good knowledge of the Far North and in particular of rural communities;
Master the computer tool (Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CAD software, Epanet).

2- Behavioural Competencies The NRC competency framework specifies 12 behavioural competencies and the following are essential for this position:

Managing insecure environments;
Working as a team;
Communicate in a respectful and impactful manner;
Plan and achieve results;
Working with people.

What we offer :

Contract type: 12-month fixed-term contract, renewable depending on availability of funds
Work location : Position based in Kousseri with 60% travel in the field
Salary/Benefits : Grade 5 step 1 of the NRC Cameroon salary scale / 90% medical insurance
Desired start date : January 2025

The NRC is actively committed to diversity and inclusion and fully subscribes to the principle of equal opportunities. Recruitment is free of charge, the NRC will never ask for money as part of a recruitment process. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

About Us

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organization 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 organization recognized 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

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