Handyman

Handyman

        Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity 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 fulfilment 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.

About the job

Providing support to DRC Support staff in Document archiving and Office Upkeep through repair and maintenance of the office.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all repairs are carried out in a safe and thorough manner.

• Ability to carry out basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, flooring, heating and all other Maintenance work as and    when required.

• Maintain the garden areas around in the office.

• Replace light bulbs and carrying out minor maintenance tasks as required.

• Generator operation and maintenance, fuel, oil and filters.

• Provide maintenance services / work in DRC program delivery facilities (CRC, CCs).

• Make an assessment and Inform the line manager of any repairs or replacements required of maintenance equipment

• Monthly planning of procurement of all required maintenance items to line manager (e.g. cleaning fluid, garbage     bags, soap, toilet paper etc.)

• Provide support to the Support Team (Finance, Supply Chain and HR & Admin) on document archiving.

• Any other related duty assigned by the line manager.

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to have the following:

Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience)

• 1 year of previous experience in a similar position. 
• Good communication skills (reading, writing, speaking). 
• Spoken and written Arabic is essential

Desirable:

• English is desirable
• Punctual and reliable
• Knowledge of local area

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 uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

Contract length: 6 months

Band: K

Start date: 15/December/2020

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates; please refer to drc.ngo under Vacancies.

Application process

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button.
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 5th December 2020

Please note: that given the urgency of vacancy the position may be filled before the due date.

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