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  Position Overview: The is a six (6) month contractual position and reports to the Shelter Delegate with the overall responsibility for the implementation of the Shelter Sector related activities in the island of Abaco and she/he manages a team of volunteers who will support the implementation of those activities.  The Shelter Sector program will provide Mid-Term shelter solutions to selected most vulnerable affected population that will include: house repairs support, rental support and the construction of temporary shelter solutions. In addition, the Shelter Officer will be responsible for the monitoring of the reconstruction of the Bahamas Red Cross Branch in Abaco, and the supervision of Build Back Safer trainings. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Study and understand the directives for financial assistance procedures, housing technical drawings, construction training manual, National Building codes and any other relevant guidelines on shelter construction. Assist the IFRC Shelter delegate in organizing orientations and trainings for affected families and community skilled workers on repair/reconstruction build back safer techniques. Work closely with technical staff of partner organisation CORE to monitor house repairs. Working together with Social mobilizers, explain and socialize temporary shelter designs and build back safer techniques to selected beneficiaries. Supervise the repair works of selected households, provide technical guidance and ensure that the construction work is according to quality specifications and scope of works. Ensure that the repairs progress is according to the work plan. Continuously supervise and provide technical support to volunteers, community mobilizers and beneficiaries that the construction work is carried out as per design and quality specifications, Keep weekly record of progress and report to IFRC Shelter Delegate as per agreed format and time line. Comply with BRCS/IFRC Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, and Security and Safety Protocols   Minimum Qualifications/Experience/Skills University degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or any other related field. At least 3 years of working experience in construction and engineering works in the field/ construction site. Experience in emergency response, recovery and resilience building with a humanitarian or development organization Experience in field supervision and quality control of construction works. Experience in community-based training program. Experience in supervising, managing and supporting teams Ability and proven experience in transferring knowledge and skills through formal and informal training of staff and volunteers Experience of working and coordinating with other stakeholders, local governmental authorities, partners, food suppliers, traders Experience in communicating effectively with target population affected by disasters Experience of working for the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement. Excellent IT Skills in particular related to engineering and architectural design, reporting, correspondence and presentations Flexibility and ability for frequent field visits and working under difficult conditions Strong Leadership and Interpersonal Skills Must display flexibility, adaptability, initiative, result oriented, and a high degree of competence in planning, project management, team building, team work, accountability, building relations with National Society and other agencies, and commitment to Red Cross Principles. Good team-worker with high degree of self-responsibility Competencies and Values Managerial Effectiveness Teamwork Strong Communications Results Focus & Accountable Integrity and Flexibility   To apply, email: resumes@bahamasredcross. org with the position of interest in the subject line.     Kindly note that this position is available ONLY to applicants who possess legal ability to work in the Bahamas.       CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS MARCH 27TH 2020