JOB DESCRIPTION

Who are we?

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 fulfillment 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.

DRC Syria

DRC has been actively operating in Syria since 2008 mainly supporting refugees. In June 2012, DRC was authorized by the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) to expand its humanitarian efforts and provide assistance to IDPs and the vulnerable resident population countrywide. Since then, DRC activities have been focused on NFI distributions, Shelter, WASH, Protection, Education, Livelihoods and Mine Risk Education in six Governorates (Damascus, Rural Damascus, Dara’a, Aleppo, Hama, and Homs). While Protection/community service activities are provided to beneficiaries throughout our Community Centers.

Overall purpose of the role:

• Provides administrative or technical support within Aleppo and Idlib, for the Shelter and settlement sector.

• Assist the S&S officer in ensuring quality of the planning, implementation and follow up of sector activities.

Sector responsibilities: Provision of emergency/regular shelter, emergency cash grants, rehabilitation of housing, provision of physical infrastructure like roads, bridges, community centers, irrigation systems or other community structures, facilitation, and the school rehabilitation as well.

He / she will conduct pre assessment for the identified shelters, schools, and infrastructure network, also will follow up with contractors on the ongoing rehabilitation works, will take photos, and document the delivered quantities. And he / she is responsible to interview beneficiaries for pre / post monitoring reports.

This role has a country focus and ensures compliance to DRC procedures and guidelines within the country. The role contributes to the development of country strategies, which are translated into action plans and day-to-day tasks. The role provides support and/or technical guidance to country operations while overseeing country activities

Responsibilites :

Conduct pre-assessment for schools, shelter, apartments and WASH infrastructure

Draw sketch related to DRC rehabilitation activities

AutoCAD drawings for DRC selected buildings and facilities

Take photos for the proposed work site and selected ones

Conduct monitoring visits during the implementation

Conduct head counting

Conduct quality survey with DRC beneficiaries

Supervise and monitor the distribution of equipment and furniture

Submit to the Project Officers accurate material prices from the market on quarterly basis

Any other task as requested by the direct manager and Shelter Manager

Experience:

Minimum 2 years in construction domain,
Experience with following standard procedures and guidelines. For the shelter and WASH projects.
Advances in renewable/durable power projects for shelter, WASH Irrigation, productive community projects

Education:

Engineering university degree (Civil, Architecture).

Languages: indicate fluency level

English
Arabic

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 act in line with our vision and values.

We offer:

Contract length: until 30 of March-2026 (Extension based on performance and funds)

Level: Non Management – I2

Location: Aleppo – Syria

Application process

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the below link:

Shelter and Settlement Assistant – Application Form

All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in the same language as this vacancy note. CV only applications will not be considered.

Applications close in 22 of April -2025

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. DRC reserves the right to conduct tests and interviews before the closing date and can close the advertisement earlier in case of finding a suitable candidate.

Need further information?

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport.

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

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements