NRC recruits for Shelter & Wash Project Manager, Iriba, Chad

NRC recruits for Shelter & Wash Project Manager, Iriba, Chad

Job overview

Since April 2023, a large-scale conflict has erupted in Sudan, resulting in massive displacement of populations to neighbouring countries. As of 20 September 2026, the total number of new refugees and asylum seekers was estimated at approximately 959,126. In this context of the continued arrival of refugees in eastern Chad, of ever-increasing needs and despite extremely restrictive conditions, NRC intends to continue its contribution to the emergency response for new refugees and to continue to propose solutions adapted to a protracted crisis.

Education / Qualifications

The interventions proposed by NRC are part of an integrated approach covering the sectors Shelter and Water, Hygiene and Sanitation (EHA), but also the areas of Consulting, Information and Legal Assistance, Education, including youth programming, in which the organization has recognized expertise and can provide real added value.

Experience

In this context, NRC plans to recruit senior staff with proven experience in project management in the Shelter and EHA sectors. Responsibilities

Responsibilities

Under the hierarchical responsibility of the Area Programme Manager, the Shelter & Wash Project Manager will have the general responsibility to independently lead the implementation of shelter and EHA components of NRC projects in the 3 provinces, Wadi Fira, East Ennedi and Ouaddai. He also represents NRC at the Abri and EHA coordination forums. General Responsibilities Hierarchical responsibilities of the Shelter and EHA coordinators who report directly to him. This includes in particular: The performance management process: define clear objectives, aligned with national strategy and priorities, and ensure the monitoring and support of employees in achieving these objectives. Responsibility for key processes such as workforce planning, recruitment, integration and staff development, as well as ensuring due diligence towards its own employees. Provide support to colleagues with responsibilities in the field of Vault and EHA and implement appropriate training, including supporting new incumbents in these areas, to ensure that they meet NRC standards in this area. Also contribute to the integration of new employees in the shelter and EHA fields. Ensure high technical quality, contextual relevance and integration in the implementation of the project while reporting to both the Area Programme Manager and the Shelter Specialist and EHA Provide constant technical guidance for the efficient implementation of activities while interacting closely with the shelter specialist and EAH for the overall vision of programming in the Shelter and EHA areas for the entire country office

Other information

Represent NRC, and in coordination with shelter specialist and AHS in forums/clusters/GT and with local authorities, other partners and target communities Promote the rights of refugees and other affected vulnerable populations throughout the project cycle and escalate alerts to both Area Programme Manager and Shelter Specialist and EAH Comply with and enforce NRC policies, guidelines and procedures, as well as specific responsibility for shelter and EHA policies and procedures Specific Responsibilities: Ensure the implementation of project activities by ensuring technical quality (technical reviews, security, quantitative estimates, participation in tenders) in compliance with standards, NRC procedures and donors Integrate and monitor Safe and Inclusive Programming (SIP) approaches in the Shelters and EHA areas of projects. Monitor the application of any relevant changes/adjustments to projects; In collaboration with the Grant team, the shelter specialist and EHA, Area Programme Manager, lead the writing of periodic reports in accordance with contracts with donors Participate on a regular basis in the Shelter and EHA sector coordination forums and share reports with NRC internal stakeholders Work closely with the shelter specialist and EHA, Grant’s team and Area Programme Manager in developing new project proposals and project implementation, technical choices, Ensure the lead’s role in reporting internally and to donors on shelter and EHA areas of projects, and other topics of interest to NRC in the Shelter and EHA areas. Participate in the organizational learning and sharing of best practices exercise; Support programme monitoring and evaluation activities and monitoring of indicators e Carry out any other tasks at the request of the line manager and/or shelter specialist and EHA

Candidate profile

Generic professional skills: At least 5 years of experience as a Shelter & EHA expert in emergency and post-emergency/reconstruction settings Experience working in particularly complex and unstable contexts Documented results related to the responsibilities of the position Fluency in French, both written and spoken, and good knowledge of Arabic (Sudanese, Chadian) and English is a plus Context-related skills, knowledge and experience: Holder of a university degree + 5 (Engineer or Master) in Water, Sanitation and Environment Sciences, Construction/BTP, Social/Economic, Developing or a related field, or Bachelor’s degree in one of the above-mentioned disciplines, with at least 5 years of professional experience in the fields of Abris and EHA Fluency in French, both written and spoken Practical knowledge of English Knowledge of the context of refugee assistance in eastern Chad and Sudan is an asset Good knowledge of donor regulations, in particular those of ECHO, NORAD, SDC, AIDS Good analytical and editorial skills Ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities Ability to work in a team Strategic spirit Soft skills:

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