What we are looking for:

An experienced Shelter and Settlements Project Manager to oversee the implementation of Shelter Programmes in East Area office. The Shelter Project Manager will oversee and manage the implementation of several interventions including, household level rehabilitation, infrastructure projects, Renewable Energy projects for house units either infrastructure, as well as provision of core relief items and emergency assistance in the form of NFI’s (Non-food items).

What you will do:

• Responsible for managing, training, and developing the shelter teams in East Areas Offices including (Benghazi, Sabha and Shahat)
• Develop, coordinate, and manage shelter projects in East Areas office in line with proposals, strategies, and donor requirements
• Ensure high technical quality and transparent processes for construction management and for the distribution of NFI’s assistance
• Develop, review and quality control of technical documents such as BoQ’s, designs, specifications, contracts, and standard operational procedures
• Representation in internal and external forums on behalf of NRC Libya shelter programme
• Carry out assessments looking at new programmatic areas and geographical areas for the implementation of shelter activities
• Lead on and comply with HR regulations for recruitment of Shelter staff under the assigned area of responsibility of the CC, as well as per Country office and projects design.
• Coordinate closely and support Partnership and Capacity Building Team in organizing Training sessions and external collaboration.
• Responsible for Shelter East office Budget as Budget Holder (establish, update and report)
• Discuss and report to Head of Program on Shelter program when requested.

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

What you will bring:

• Minimum 3 years of experience from a senior level project implementation position in a humanitarian/recovery context.
• Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
• Technical expertise in Shelter programming
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of the context in Libya
• Knowledge of Arabic is mandatory.
• Experience in managing housing and infrastructure projects
• Experience in emergency response program
• Experience in construction contracts management and administration
• Knowledge in cash programming; desired
• Have an overall understanding of the context and follow any developments that might trigger displacements

What we offer:

• Duty station: Benghazi, Libya
• Contract: 12 months
• Travel: 40%.
• Salary/benefits: grade 8 on NRC’s national 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.

Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC

Important information about the application process

• For Internal candidates: 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 passport. 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.

If you have any questions about this role, please email ho.recruitment@nrc.no 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.

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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.

About Us

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee.

Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world’s most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organisation recognised for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people.

At NRC, we give responsibility to employees at all levels and foster professional growth and innovative teams. You can expect a supportive culture and an open dialogue with management. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Together, we save lives and rebuild futures.