Technical Project Officer

Aim: The Technical Project Officer designs, executes, monitors, and reports on DRC
construction activities and projects at field level, in the sectors of WASH, Shelter and other
infrastructure as appropriate. The Technical Project Officer reports directly to the DRC
Shelter/WASH Manager(s).

Reporting lines

1. Reports to: Shelter/WASH Manager(s) as defined by project activities;    Tip a friend

2. Subordinates: Field officer, Cash for Work labourers    Print

Responsibilities

 General Application due:

7/12/2015
Under the supervision of the Shelter/WASH Manager(s) (and Deputy WASH Manager as
appropriate), implement all construction, maintenance and repair activities as defined by Workplace:
project requirements. Erbil (national staff Only)
Identify direct and indirect beneficiary needs in terms of access to suitable shelter, housing,
infrastructure, WASH facilities and other community services, taking into consideration the Apply for position
specific needs of vulnerable individuals and persons of concern.
Support, facilitate or undertake communication and liaison activities to actively consult and Homepage:
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project design and implementation. http://www.danishdemininggroup.dk/
Work closely with the Shelter/WASH Manager(s) in order to implement projects according to
relevant local, national and international technical standards. Contact:
Survey, plan, design and supervise the implementation of camp, non-camp and community
infrastructure as defined by project requirements.
Conduct complete site surveys with drawings and photographs, prepare designs, prepare
detailed BOQs and Schedule of Works and follow all necessary procedures to ensure timely
delivery of work to the required quality, including ensuring necessary liaison with local
authorities and obtaining of required authorisations and permits.
Ensure daily monitoring of the quality of construction and the progress of project/works
implementation.
Provide regular updates on progress to supervisors and other team members, including other
departments and sectors as appropriate.
Prepare weekly reports for the Shelter/WASH Manager(s) to document office and site
activities, including communications with external actors, action points, decisions / changes
made, and progress.
Ensure regular and timely reporting of problems, potential delays or risks to project
implementation to the relevant supervisor, and support in the development and execution of
solutions and mitigating actions. Prepare Order Request forms, Purchase Orders, Payment
Requests and other standard documents to enable timely delivery of materials, works and
services.
Be responsible for communication of project requirements and deadlines to suppliers,
 contractors and subcontractors, DRC staff and other hired workers, ensuring full compliance
of all actors and partners with DRC Code of Conduct, Code of Ethics, HAP and other
compulsory regulations.
Where relevant, liaise with donors and partners on project updates, site visits and other
communication.

Other

Undertake any other duties that may be assigned by the Line Manager;
Conduct duties in accordance with DRC Iraq programme Standard Operating Procedures
(SOPs);
Conduct duties in accordance with DRC Code of Conduct, HAP and other key documents.

Specific activities include:

Conducting building, site and other technical surveys;

Involvement in project identification and selection;
Design of appropriate gender, age and diversity-sensitive adaptations and/or facilities to
ensure functionality, safety, privacy, dignity and equality of access and use;
Prepare BOQs, drawings and other documentation to enable the timely implementation of the
project, to the required standards and quality.
Liaise with other actors (e.g. local authorities, beneficiaries) to ensure effective
implementation and meeting of needs.
Provide technical guidance, advice and input on other DRC projects.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

University degree in architecture, civil/structural/site engineering, or water / sanitation

engineering, or other relevant technical background.
Several years’ professional work experience in designing and managing construction projects
and/or water and sanitation infrastructure.
Proficiency in spoken and written English and Kurdish/Arabic is essential.
Proficiency in the following computer programmes: Autocad (or other CAD software), MS
Excel, MS Word.
Good interpersonal skills and proven ability to work in a complex multicultural environment as
a flexible and respectful team member.

Desirable:

Professional registration or accreditation by the relevant regulatory body or association.

Experience working with or for NGOs and/or UN agencies, particularly international
humanitarian organisations in refugee / IDP contexts (e.g. camps).
Familiarity with international humanitarian and protection standards (e.g. Sphere)

Competency profile:

Excellent communication and organisation;

Systematic planning and analytical skills
Excellent knowledge and understanding of local communities and customary rules;
Punctuality, professionalism and respect for applicable rules and procedures;
Ethical, transparent and accountable decision-making;
Independent work showing initiative, i.e. with minimal supervision and under pressure;
High regard toward preserving confidentiality of work-related information and data;
Self-motivation, goal/result-orientation and team work;
Flexibility, creativeness, tolerance and maturity.

Languages: A high level of spoken and written English and fluency in Kurdish and/or Arabic is
essential
 

Economic powers:

Maximum purchasing approval: USD$0

Commitments

DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability

commitments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework .

 Need further information?

For more details on this position please contact at jobs@drciraq.dk .Please note that
applications sent directly to jobs@drciraq.dk will not be considered.  

 Application process

Interested? Apply for this position by clicking HERE  then click Apply for position. All applicants

should send a cover letter and an updated CV no longer than four pages, both in English. Your
CV should also include contact details of three professional referees.

 Please note: that given the urgency of vacancy the position may be filled before the due date.

About DRC
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a private, independent, humanitarian organization working on all aspects of the
refugee cause in more than twenty five countries throughout the world. The aim of DRC is to protect refugees and internally
displaced persons (IDPs) against persecution and to promote durable solutions to the problems of forced migration, on the
basis of humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works in accordance with the UN Conventions on Refugees and the
Code of Conduct for the ICRC and NGOs in Disaster Relief.

The protection and assistance to conflict affected population is provided within a long-term, regional and rights-based
approach in order to constitute a coherent and effective response to the challenges posed by today’s conflicts. Assistance
consists of relief and other humanitarian aid, rehabilitation, support to return and repatriation as well as promotion of long-term
solutions to displacement and its causes. In addition, support and capacity building of local and national authorities and
NGOs form an integral part of DRC’s work.

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