• Job Title: Shelter Field Officer
• Duty Station: Targeted Districts (Taiz, Mukha and Qa’atabah Governorates)
• Contract Type: Full-time.
• Duration: [11 Months]

Position Overview:

The Shelter Officer will be responsible for the technical and operational implementation of shelter activities in the field. This role will focus on ensuring high-quality shelter interventions that improve the living conditions of vulnerable displaced families. The Shelter Officer will work closely with the Shelter Coordinator and other sectors, including Protection, WASH, and CCCM, to provide comprehensive support and ensure the effective delivery of services to affected populations.

Major Responsibilities:

Field Operations & Shelter Implementation:

• Assist the Shelter Coordinator in managing and implementing shelter activities in line with the project objectives and guidelines.
• Lead shelter assessments, identify key needs, and propose suitable solutions for shelter repairs, construction, and material distribution.
• Coordinate the distribution of shelter kits and other materials, ensuring that interventions are timely, effective, and meet the needs of the beneficiaries.
• Supervise and provide technical support to shelter teams in the field, ensuring compliance with safety standards and construction best practices.

Technical Support & Quality Assurance:

• Ensure technical compliance with shelter construction, repair methods, and material specifications.
• Assist in the design and implementation of shelter repair strategies, including identification of suitable materials and techniques.
• Provide on-the-job training and guidance to field staff on technical aspects of shelter interventions.

Monitoring, Reporting, & Data Collection:

• Regularly monitor shelter activities to assess progress and quality, documenting any challenges and successes.
• Support the Shelter Coordinator in preparing progress reports and ensuring accurate record-keeping.
• Collect and analyze data to support the planning and implementation of shelter activities and to improve project outcomes.

Stakeholder Coordination & Community Engagement:

• Liaise with local authorities, community leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure that shelter interventions are aligned with local needs and priorities.
• Foster relationships with key stakeholders and partners to ensure coordination and complementarity of shelter activities with other sectors.
• Engage with beneficiaries to ensure that shelter solutions are appropriate, culturally sensitive, and meet the needs of affected communities.

Support to Capacity Building & Training:

• Support the Shelter Coordinator in the training and capacity-building of field staff.
• Participate in workshops and training sessions aimed at improving technical skills and knowledge of shelter interventions.

Resource Management:

• Assist in the procurement and distribution of shelter materials, ensuring that resources are used efficiently and in line with project needs.
• Monitor the use of resources in the field, ensuring accountability and transparency in the management of materials and finances.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, or a related field.
• Experience: 1-2 years of experience in shelter programming, particularly in emergency response or humanitarian settings.

Skills: 

• Strong knowledge of shelter construction and repair techniques, as well as materials management.
• Ability to work effectively in a team, with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation, including data collection and report writing.
• Knowledge of humanitarian standards and best practices in shelter, protection, and WASH.

Languages: Native Arabic with good written and spoken English.

Personal Qualities:

• Ability to work under pressure and in challenging conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• A commitment to providing high-quality, efficient, and culturally sensitive shelter solutions for vulnerable populations.