Asistente Técnico de Alojamiento e Infraestructura, Agua, Saneamiento e Higiene

Job Posting Organization:
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organization established to assist people forced to flee their homes due to conflict and disaster. NRC operates in multiple countries around the world, providing essential services and support to millions of displaced individuals and families. The organization is recognized for its commitment to high-quality aid and advocacy for the rights of refugees and internally displaced persons. NRC fosters a culture of professional growth, innovation, and diversity, ensuring that employees at all levels are empowered to contribute to the mission of saving lives and rebuilding futures.

Job Overview:
The primary purpose of the Asistente Técnico de Alojamiento e Infraestructura, Agua, Saneamiento e Higiene position is to contribute to the implementation of humanitarian services related to shelter and infrastructure, as well as water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in accordance with NRC's programmatic strategy. The role involves supporting technical activities of projects aimed at ensuring that affected individuals have access to adequate housing solutions, educational facilities, and various temporary or permanent community infrastructure solutions. Additionally, the position focuses on improving the health conditions of affected populations by ensuring their right to water and sanitation, facilitating access to safe water, sanitation facilities, and hygiene supplies that promote healthy practices, thereby enhancing their safety, protection, health, and dignity while avoiding harm and ensuring inclusive access to humanitarian assistance.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Asistente Técnico will be responsible for ensuring adherence to NRC's policies, tools, manuals, and guidelines. Key responsibilities include supporting the implementation of the project portfolio according to the action plan, organizing and executing tasks based on priorities and standards, and developing knowledge in the area of specialization to provide effective technical assistance. The role also involves resolving daily issues according to agreed procedures, preparing status reports for management, ensuring proper documentation filing, and promoting ideas to strengthen the functions of the role. Specific duties include providing efficient and timely shelter and infrastructure services, conducting needs assessments, promoting positive behavioral changes regarding WASH practices, facilitating information sessions and workshops, incorporating sociocultural adaptations into designs, monitoring financial expenditures, requesting necessary materials, conducting quality control, distributing non-food items, and participating in community-based projects. The position requires collaboration with various stakeholders and ensuring compliance with logistical, administrative, and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security procedures.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a professional background in architecture, civil engineering, environmental engineering, hydraulics, or related fields in infrastructure construction, with specialization in project coordination or management related to construction (including WASH facilities). A minimum of one year of experience as a Technical Assistant in humanitarian contexts is required, along with knowledge and experience in the technical field and relevant professional qualifications. Candidates should have experience in complex and changing contexts, proven experience related to the responsibilities of the position, and basic knowledge of the English language. Additionally, candidates should have experience in implementing housing projects, educational facilities, community infrastructure, and WASH projects in emergency contexts, as well as knowledge of national and international humanitarian action regulations.

Educational Background:
A relevant educational background is essential for this position, with candidates expected to hold a degree in architecture, civil engineering, environmental engineering, hydraulics, or related fields. Specialization in project management or coordination related to construction and WASH facilities is highly desirable. Continuous professional development and training in relevant areas will also be beneficial for candidates.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of one year of professional experience in implementing housing, educational, or community infrastructure projects, as well as experience working with governmental entities, UN agencies, or other humanitarian organizations in shelter and WASH-related topics in emergency contexts. Candidates should demonstrate a strong understanding of participatory methodologies for project execution and experience in managing water treatment and sanitation systems in emergencies.

Languages:
Basic knowledge of English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in Spanish is essential, as the role will primarily involve communication and coordination with local communities and stakeholders. Additional language skills may be considered an asset, particularly in regions with diverse linguistic backgrounds.

Additional Notes:
This position may require frequent travel to areas affected by endemic diseases. The role is full-time and may involve working in challenging environments. NRC emphasizes a zero-tolerance approach to exploitation, abuse, and harassment, and expects all employees to contribute to a safe and respectful work environment. Interested candidates should apply through the provided job link, as applications via email will not be accepted.