What we are looking for:

An experienced Shelter professional to support the cluster team in guiding shelter agencies in the development and implementation of shelter programming, to provide safe and resilient shelter solutions. They will ensure that solutions are in line with global standards and best practice. The position holder will coordinate the Technical Working Groups (TWGs), which are created on a needs-basis to address specific issues related to shelter programming.

What you will do:

• Ensure that the shelter response is informed by appropriate relevant Technical Standards, including among others Sphere, and good practice, chairing the Technical Working Groups (TWGs), while promoting the involvement of all stakeholders.
• Conduct field visits in coordination with Shelter Cluster (SC) partners to programme areas and affected communities, which should be used to identify emerging technical issues and trends at field level and document this information so that it can influence discussions at national level.
• Alongside the Shelter Cluster coordinators contribute to the development and continuous updating of a SC Strategy in a consultative process with SC partners, including the local government, and ensure that the shelter response is driven by this strategy.
• Identify and categorise existing shelter typologies, in order to design appropriate solutions in close collaboration with Shelter Coordinators.
• Liaise and collaborate with relevant local authorities and other key stakeholders.
• Ensure appropriate collaboration with the shelter response-related clusters of CCCM, Early Recovery, Education, Health, Protection, and WASH in the work of the Shelter Cluster.
• Coordinate the integration of cross-cutting issues in the work of the Shelter Cluster, including HLP, age, gender, and diversity.
• Contribute to technical information exchange between Shelter Cluster partners and other relevant stakeholders related to shelter issues,
• Provide practical support and guidance to Cluster partners on needs assessments, coordination, project development and implementation.
• Provide practical support and guidance to Cluster partners on technical shelter solutions, supporting innovative and creative responses.
• Provide capacity-building to cluster partners and relevant counterparts such as other cluster partners, UN agencies, or authorities representatives.
• Build the capacity of partners, design technical tools, guidance and facilitate trainings and workshops.

Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position.

What you will bring:

• Advanced University Degree (Master’s/ MPhil) in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering or another relevant field.
• Minimum 4 years of Professional Experience in Shelter, Non-Food Items, at a managerial level in emergency and conflict and post conflict environments.
• Experience of working in complex and volatile contexts. Knowledge of Palestine context and response is an asset.
• Has experience within the humanitarian architecture (cluster system) and with humanitarian appeals, humanitarian response plans and common humanitarian funds.
• Proficiency in computer applications (MS Word, Excel) and knowledge of CAD software is required. Skills in graphic design (Adobe Suite) software is desirable.
• Good knowledge of shelter-related technical guidelines and international standards, including Sphere.
• Sound technical knowledge and experience on traditional architecture materials, construction methods, and resilient construction techniques.
• Excellent advocacy and representation skills including the ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships to facilitate communication within the cluster.
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile with documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions, meet short deadlines and travel extensively at short notice to support field operations.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal. Knowledge of Arabic language is an asset.

What we offer:

• Duty station: Jerusalem (Gaza when possible)
• Contract: 12 months (Renewal is subject to performance and funds availability)
• Travel: Approx. 50% to NRC Palestine field locations
• Salary/benefits: grade 8 on NRC’s salary scale, with accompanying terms and conditions
• NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
• We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.

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Important information about the application process

• Internal candidates only: To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email or click on Opportunity MarketPlace.
• When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your national identification card. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education.
• Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV.
• Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
• We receive many applications for each vacant position and so only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• We welcome applications from all eligible and interested individuals possessing the requisite work authorization or the ability to promptly obtain legal authorization for employment in the country. Send in your application by latest February 16^th, 2024. Females are highly encouraged to apply. 
• If you have any questions about this role, please email [email protected] with the job title as the subject line.

Why NRC?

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Our 15,000 staff work in crises across 40 countries, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year.

NRC currently has over 3,000 staff across the Middle East dedicated to assisting people affected by conflict in Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Libya and Palestine. Its humanitarian interventions are based upon its programming expertise in the Core Competencies of Shelter, Education, WASH, Livelihoods and Food Security, and Information Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) to vulnerable displaced people that were forced to flee.

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We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee. Are you one of those people? If you are, NRC offers you the opportunity to:

• do demanding and professional work, often in challenging contexts.
• join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility.
• be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignity.

Learn more about NRC’s operations in Palestine here.