The Role
The purpose of the role is to support Better Shelter and be our first line of contact for our partner organisations at country and regional level.
The position aims to provide solid presence and on-site support to our partners before, during and after implementation of shelter projects including providing technical know-how and relevant information, facilitating for the successful planning and execution of projects.
The representative is responsible for the organization and execution of trainings, management of operational tasks related to deliveries, claims, monitoring and evaluation of projects.
The positions are based in Nairobi with frequent travel (minimum 50%), sometimes to medium or high-risk settings. One position carries responsibility for projects throughout sub-Saharan Africa and the other for projects in the Middle East region. Both include independent work away from the project team.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Relevant bachelor’s degree (minimum) in social science or development, engineering, or equivalent
Minimum five (5) years of working experience from implementing humanitarian projects on site, in shelter and/or refugee settings
Experience in teaching and training of trainers, or equivalent
Solid knowledge of International humanitarian organizations and the UN system
Fluency in English (written and verbal) with relevant language skills in French and /or Arabic depending on post responsibility (Africa, Middle East)
Driving license and documented/proven driving skills
Proficiency in common IT and communication tools
Ability to travel minimum 50% of working time to emergency areas and on short notice
Eligibility to work in Kenya
Skills/ Abilities/ Personality
High work ethic and commitment to the humanitarian principles
Ability to work independently while maintaining good and solid communication to the line manager in Sweden
Multi-tasker with strong problem-solving skills
Pragmatic and decisive
Service minded with a willingness to help the customers solve their problems
Practical/technical interest and ability
Excellent people skills and interest to learn and develop