SHELTER and Rehabilitation Program manager

JOB Vacancy Announcement #: 6311

Job Title: SHELTER and Rehabilitation Program manager

Application deadline: 23.01.2022

Duty Station: Amuda/HSK- possible to be based in either location with regular travel

Job Requirements:

Eexperience, education, technical background :

Diploma, Bachelor or Master level education in a Construction or Civil Engineering related field and at least 3 to 4 years working experience in Shelter or Construction, of which at least 2 to 3 years must be experience with an INGO in a similar position mandatory.
If no diploma or lower diploma equivalent of 4 to 7 years’ progressive experiences in the same areas mandatory, at least 3 to 4 years working experience in Shelter or Construction, of which at least 2 to 3 years must be experience with an INGO in a similar position mandatory.
It is mandatory that the above experience should demonstrate both management of activities related to institutional or private repairs, and the management of projects (including project and budget cycles)
Very good communication and reporting skills (oral, written) both in English and Arabic are mandatory
Very good diplomatic skills and sense are mandatory.
1-year experience in team management will be a plus.
Experience with Solidarites International a strong plus.

Technical competences:

Knowledge of construction practices in Syrian context is mandatory.
Knowledge of the construction market in Syria, and ability to produce tender documents such as technical specifications and Bill of Quantities,
along with estimations of cost, is mandatory.
Familiarity with and ability to refer to relevant Syrian Building Codes (e.g. span to depth of structural elements for various configurations) will be an advantage.
Basic structural understanding of all typical construction materials, including reinforced concrete, steel, and masonry will be an advantage.
Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, sufficient to produce accurate 2D drawings, is mandatory. Knowledge of advanced functions, or experience managing draughts men, will be an advantage.

Job Description:

DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION

Project relevance, quality and design

Contribute to establishing assessments.
Contribute to define Solidarités International’s local strategy and contribute to the annual programming by proposing new S&R activities.
Organize and facilitate evaluation during site visits.
Propose a technical approach and a financial, human and logistical scope for the S&R programs to be implemented.
Write the S&R technical annexes and chapters (including the logical framework) for the proposals.
Design and implement S&R activities, including but not limited to: private shelter repairs, schools rehabilitation, health centers rehabilitation, community infrastructures rehabilitation, winterization, emergency shelter, shelter rehabilitation, NFIs and other similar activities, in compliance with the annual operational strategy, Solidarités International’s technical requirements and donors’ criteria
Evaluate the relevance of the S&R activities carried out, as well as the effectiveness of the interventions and their appropriateness with respect to contextual developments and the populations’ needs
Propose adjustments to the programs, if necessary
Ensure that the programs under his/her supervision achieve the required results
Ensure that program objectives meet sustainability requirements and compliance with established norms and international standards such as building codes and SPHERE standards.
Participate in building the S&R teams’ abilities with respect to design or new methodologies.

Implementation and operational monitoring

Plan activities and activity cycles for S&R (hiring, purchasing, etc.) in the light of established objectives
Used the project management, monitoring and evaluation tools for S&R, particularly the planning and monitoring timeline.
Propose and implement quality criteria and monitoring indicators for S&R program.
Support and advise to the base’s logistical department for the purchase of specific materials for S&R activities.
Plan and supervise the S&R program implementation he/she is in charge of, being sure to meet deadlines and adhere to predefined technical specifications.
Supervise and provide support for the S&R managers; monitor and evaluate the implemented S&R activities.
Anticipate any issues linked to carrying out the S&R activities and help to resolve any problems related to the S&R activities.
Suggest any adjustments to be made to the S&R activity depending on contextual and indicator developments.
Respect SI’s procedures and ensure the archiving of activities documentation.
Working with the administrative department, contribute to developing budgets relative to his/her program and monitor expenses and budget forecasts.
Working with other project managers, draw up requirement statuses and cash flow needs.
Ensure all construction works follow the contractual design and Health and Safety requirements.

Capitalization

Use the capitalization tools proposed by Solidarités International
Participate in the centralization and distribution of procedures, guides and tools linked to the S&R activities
Capitalize on intervention methods and techniques and on the experiences acquired by Solidarités and other participants in the S&R activities
Write contracting and handover reports before the end of his/her contract and send it to the appropriate persons on the mission and at headquarters

Personnel management

Participate in validating the hiring of national technical staff for activities
Define the prerequisites for opened S&R positions together with the administrative department; adapt existing job descriptions if required
Greet and brief the expatriates working on the program
Identify and pass on any training needs for S&R teams
Set up technical training depending on S&R operational needs and identified training requirements
Manage and support the team under his/her responsibility
Lead work groups and thematic meetings
Evaluate and assess the performance of colleagues under his/her direct supervision
Ensure adherence to security regulations by personnel under his/her supervision

Reporting / communication / representation

Pass upward to the relevant persons any information on the security situation or on any event that could impact SI’s activities and the safety of the teams
Draft activity reports and any annexes relating to specific activities for the financial donor reports and/or amendments
Ensure that all reports are delivered on time and in the correct format
Maintain a local operational communications network and good relations with local and government authorities, financial donor representatives, and other international agencies
In his/her assignment area, represent Solidarités International’s at meetings, relevant working groups or forums concerning the S&R activities including at the Shelter and NFIs Working Group (SNFI)
Represent the organization when asked and/or delegated to do so
Reply to headquarter information requests regarding specific needs
In collaboration with the S&R coordinator, prepare the administrative documents (MOU, handover, etc.) to be jointly signed with government authorities, communities or partners

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