Position Title: Technical Officer – Shelter & Non-Food Items (NFIs)

Location: Maiduguri, Borno State

Supervisor: WASH Coordinator

Job Summary:

The Technical Officer – Shelter & NFIs will support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of shelter and NFI interventions in conflict-affected communities. The role involves technical guidance, coordination with partners, and ensuring quality and accountability in service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

- Assessment & Planning

• Conduct shelter and NFI needs assessments in target communities.

• Contribute to the development of shelter and NFI strategies and work plans.

• Support site planning and shelter design in line with humanitarian standards.

- Implementation & Monitoring

• Oversee implementation of shelter &NFI activities by consortium partners.

• Ensure compliance with donor requirements and humanitarian standards

• Monitor project progress and provide timely reports.

- Technical Support

• Provide technical guidance to field teams and implementing partners.

• Train staff and community members on shelter construction techniques and NFI usage.

• Ensure safety, durability, and cultural appropriateness of shelter solutions.

- Coordination & Representation

• Participate in sector coordination meetings (Shelter/NFI Cluster).

• Liaise with local authorities, community leaders, and other stakeholders.

• Collaborate with logistics and procurement teams for timely delivery of materials.

- Accountability & Learning

• Promote beneficiary feedback mechanisms.

• Document lessons learned and best practices.

• Support evaluations and contribute to donor reporting.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Architecture, or related field.

- Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in humanitarian shelter and NFI programming.

Masters in related field with 3-5 years’ experience

- Familiarity with humanitarian standards and coordination mechanisms.

- Strong communication and organizational skills.

- Experience working in Northeast Nigeria or similar contexts is an asset.

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