Syria- Daraa 

Who are we?

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunities for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home. 

The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.

All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.

DRC Syria

DRC has been operating in Syria since 2008, initially responding to the Iraqi refugee crisis before pivoting to a full-scale response to the Syria crisis from 2011 onwards. Our work encompasses the full cycle of displacement—responding to life-saving humanitarian needs and supporting community recovery until durable solutions can be achieved. DRC Syria takes an area-based approach to supporting internally displaced persons (IDPs), returnees, and host communities across our key sectors: Economic Recovery and Resilience, Protection, WASH, Shelter and Infrastructure, and Humanitarian Disarmament and Peacebuilding (including Humanitarian Mine Action).

With an established rapid response mechanism, DRC can rapidly respond to emerging crises and shocks to meet acute emergency needs. Recognizing the significant need for early recovery and resilience programming to ensure dignified, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions for fragile communities, DRC’s programmes foster resilience for individuals and communities in situations of protracted displacement and during the initial stages of post-conflict recovery, towards a durable solution of their choice. With active portfolios in the neighboring countries of Jordan, Lebanon, Türkiye and Iraq, DRC offers a cross-border, regional response to the Syria crisis, through cross-border protection monitoring, advocacy, and trends analysis.

About the job

As the Shelter and Settlement Assistant, you will provide administrative or technical support within Daraa, for the Shelter and Settlement sector, and assist the S&S officer in ensuring quality of the planning, implementation, and follow-up of sector activities.

Sector responsibilities: Provision of emergency/regular shelter, emergency cash grants, rehabilitation of housing, provision of physical infrastructure like roads, bridges, community centers, irrigation systems or other community structures, facilitation, and the school rehabilitation as well.

You will conduct pre assessment for the identified shelters, schools, and infrastructure network, and follow up with contractors on the ongoing rehabilitation works, will take photos, and document the delivered quantities. You will also be responsible to interview beneficiaries for pre / post monitoring reports.

This role has a country focus and ensures compliance with DRC procedures and guidelines within the country. The role contributes to the development of country strategies, which are translated into action plans and day-to-day tasks. The role provides support and/or technical guidance to country operations while overseeing country activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct pre-assessment for schools, shelter, apartments, and WASH infrastructure.
  • Draw sketch related to DRC rehabilitation activities.
  • AutoCAD drawings for DRC selected buildings and facilities.
  • Take photos for the proposed work site and selected ones.
  • Conduct monitoring visits during the implementation.
  • Conduct head counting.
  • Conduct quality survey with DRC beneficiaries.
  • Supervise and monitor the distribution of equipment and furniture.
  • Submit to the Project Officers accurate material prices from the market on a quarterly basis.
  • Any other task as requested by the direct manager and Shelter Manager.

Experience and Technical Competencies:

  • Minimum 2 years in construction domain.
  • University Engineering degree (Civil Engineering or Architecture).
  • Experience with following standard procedures and guidelines. For the shelter and WASH projects.
  • Advances in renewable/durable power projects for shelter, WASH Irrigation, productive community projects.

Education:

  • University Engineering degree (Civil Engineering or Architecture).

Languages:

  • Arabic
  • English

 In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:  

  • Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
  • Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
  • Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
  • Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
  • Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

We offer:

Contract length: End of December  2026

Level: Non-Management I2

Location: Daraa - Syria

Expected Start date: March  2026

Application process:

Interested? Then apply for this position here:  Talentech - Shelter & Settlement Assistant - Application Form

Or view the advert on DRC’s homepage here: Talentech - Shelter & Settlement Assistant

All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in the same language as this vacancy note. CV-only applications will not be considered.

Applications close: 28 February 2026

 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. DRC reserves the right to conduct tests and interviews before the closing date and can close the advertisement earlier in case of finding a suitable candidate.

Need further information?

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website www.drc.org

At Impactpool we do our best to provide you the most accurate info, but closing dates may be wrong on our site. Please check on the recruiting organization's page for the exact info. Candidates are responsible for complying with deadlines and are encouraged to submit applications well ahead.
Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify. Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.