Greece: Shelter/WASH Officer

Sep 27, 2016 | Danish Refugee Council
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The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental and non-profit organization, founded in 1956, that works in 40 countries around the world. DRC’s mandate is driven by three global strategic objectives within the DRC Assistance Framework: Saving lives and alleviation of immediate suffering among people affected by conflict; Safeguarding, restoration and development of livelihoods; and, Institutional and organizational change that contributes to protection of people’s rights and peaceful handling of conflict.

Purpose

Under supervision of the Roving Shelter/WASH Specialist and in close collaboration with other DRC field units, the Shelter/WASH Officer will primarily be responsible for designing and implementing shelter, communal- and WASH-infrastructure activities while ensuring minimum standards are met and up kept in the emergency reception sites under DRC’s area of responsibility.

Background

DRC has been operating in Greece since December 2015, providing support to the Greek Ministry of Migration Policy in ensuring dignified reception conditions for refugees and migrants arriving on Lesvos island. In March 2016, DRC expanded its operations in response to the changing context and the build-up of refugee population on mainland Greece.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited, to the following: 

• Lead and/or participate in the design of a) shelter solutions (such as partitions, ISO-boxes etc.), b) community infrastructure (such as garbage collection stations, communal spaces, rehabilitation of buildings etc.), and c) WASH infrastructure (such as water collection and washing stations, rehabilitation or construction of toilets and shower units, construction of septic tanks, repairs etc.). This includes preparation of design drawings, BoQ (bill of quantity), order requests with estimated costs etc.
• As necessary, oversee activity of contractors for any construction works related to shelter, community and WASH infrastructure.
• As necessary, propose and implement shelter maintenance activities, including small repairs and construction works if/as applicable.
• Assess and continuously monitor the shelter and WASH conditions of the population hosted in the emergency reception site.
• Actively contribute to the general management of shelter/WASH facilities.
• Attending coordination meetings for WASH and Shelter.
• Reporting on activities.
• Actively contribute to the implementation of measures to minimize negative environmental impact.
• Support in drafting of relevant technical reports and assessments for internal and external use.

• Ensure the observance of the DRC Code of Conduct throughout activity implementation.
• Any other tasks assigned by the Site Operations Manager to support DRC’s emergency response.

Professional Qualifications

• University degree in a related technical field, such as Engineering (Civil, Mechanical), Architecture etc.
• Strong verbal and written English skills.
• Working knowledge of Arabic or Farsi is an added advantage.
• At least three years working experience in a related field; previous working experience with local or international NGOs will be considered as a strong advantage.
• Strong computer skills.
• High professional ethics.

Personal Qualities

• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, working with different groups, partners and nationalities.
• Strong initiative and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principles.
• Flexible, enthusiastic and willing to learn from others.
• Ability to multitask and cope with competing demands under tight deadlines.
• Ability to cope with high workload and stress and identify priority activities and assignments, and adjust priorities as required.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, irrespective of nationality, race, gender, or age.

General Regulations

The employee shall follow DRC instructions on safety, confidentiality and ethical guidelines, including the Code of Conduct and the Humanitarian Accountability Framework.

Employee should not engage in any other paid activity during the DRC contract period without prior authorization.

Employee should not engage in any activity that could harm DRC or the implementation of any project during the DRC contract period.

Employee should not give interviews to the media or publish project-related photos or other material without prior authorization.

Employee shall return all borrowed equipment for the project to DRC after the end of the contract period or upon request.

Terms and Conditions 

This position is requested until the 31^st of December, with possibility of extension.

We offer a fair compensation package depending on your qualifications and experiences. DRC provides training opportunities to develop and strengthen the quality of its services as well as its staff members’ professional and personal development.

The position will be based in the broader area of Thessaloniki with roving possibilities around Northern Greece and national terms and conditions apply. 

Application Process

Interested? Then apply for this position on line: www.drc.dk/about-drc/vacancies/current-vacancies

All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in English.

Applications close on 30^th of September 2016