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Shelter/WASH Coordinator -in camps (Internal Applicants Only)

Thessaloníki

  • Organization: NRC - Norwegian Refugee Council
  • Location: Thessaloníki
  • Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Environment
    • Water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH)
    • Emergency Aid and Response
    • Shelter
    • Protection Officer (Refugee)
  • Closing Date: Closed

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization experienced in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. In the light of the high influx of migrants to the Greek islands, NRC has started an emergency response programme on the island of Chios in mid-October 2015. NRC directly assisted over 70,000 refugees and migrants, working together with the Greek authorities, humanitarian actors and volunteers to set up and maintain a dignified and efficient flow of refugees from arrival at the beach, via registration and reception facilities, to departure by boat or plane to mainland Greece. NRC Thessaloniki is now looking forward to cover the position of Shelter/WASH Coordinator (in camps) to respond to the humanitarian needs. Please visit our website at www.nrc.no to learn more.

What it is about
The purpose of the Shelter/WASH Coordinator position is to implement Shelter/Wash projects refugees’ camp in Thessaloniki Area.

Job description

Line management of Shelter/WASH project field staff
Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
Contribute to Shelter/WASH strategy development, project proposals and provide input on needs and gaps
Manage and implement Shelter/WASH project (activities, budget and project documentation) as delegated from PM in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements, and ensure high technical quality
Provide regular progress reports to PM
Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need of protection, explore and asses new and better ways to assist
Work in close collaboration with Camp Management teams to ensure beneficiaries are provided with adequate services
Promote and share ideas for improvement and necessary changes in the activities
Ensure capacity building of project staff and transfer key skills
Liaise and collaborate with relevant local authorities and other key stakeholders
Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy
Design/implement innovative and cost-effective solutions for WASH/SHELTER activities in camps
Manage and quality control of contractors
Assign, supervise and appraise Shelter/WASH staff and follow relevant HR/Admin procedures
Ensure close and productive relationships with other NRC departments (eg Logistics, Finance, HR/Admin), local authorities, suppliers/service providers, other humanitarian organizations and other stakeholders

Qualifications

Experience from working an emergency shelter/WASH projects implementation position in a humanitarian/recovery context or in refugees/IDPs camps context
Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Knowledge/experience in Project Cycle Management
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
Fluency in English and Greek, both written and verbal
Excellent proficiency in Office package, Autocad and Sketch up or similar application
Knowledge of the context in Greece
Experience in camp set-up/management, construction/maintenance of buildings/facilities
Experience/knowledge in maintenance of small scale water networks is a plus
Experience/knowledge in design of small scale electrical networks is a plus
Experience/knowledge in heating systems maintenance is a plus

We offer

Commencement: As soon as possible
Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s regulations and Greek labour law
This vacancy is now closed.
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