مطلوب منسق/ة ميداني للعمل لدى المجلس الدنماركي للاجئين

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfilment of the wish to return home.

The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.

All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation

DRC is in the process of applying for a new Cash for Work (CfW) project aimed at safeguarding cultural heritage in Mafraq Governorate targeting Syrian refugees and Jordanian workers.

Project description:

In order to facilitate the access of Syrian refugees to the labour market, Cash for Work (CfW) initiatives have been adopted in Jordan targeting specific sectors as agriculture and construction. The expansion of this approach to the cultural heritage sector is a recent and innovative development. The implementation of Cash for Work schemes for rehabilitation of heritage sites across the country would strongly contribute to revitalising Jordan’s tourism market, while offering short-term employment opportunities and on the job training for both young Jordanians and Syrians living in the vicinity of the targeted archaeological areas.

The project will be implemented in archaeological areas that are either closed off or hidden inside village houses, thus not easily accessible to visitors. The area is in a state of neglect with no management, presentation or visitor management strategies in place, and often exposed to adverse weather conditions.

The Field Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing cash-for-work activities aimed at safeguarding the cultural heritage site, including selection and training of workers, implementation of the workplan, and coordination with the restoration expert.

About the job

The individual will report directly to Project Manager. Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

· Supervise workers on site and ensure implementation according to standards set by the restoration expert.

· Attend the training of CfWs to ensure quality implementation.

· Prepare details as and when required for execution of works.

· Ensure that the designed master plan is delivered and is responsible for dealing with any on-site design problems that arise.

· Review materials and ensuring they are in compliance with approved material submittals/control sample.

· Knowledge of all site correspondences.

· Preparing technical input to specifications.

· Understanding drawings developed through CAD or similar.

· Coordinate with DRC and any other external consultant.

About you

Required / Desirable

· Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering or equivalent education, preferably with a specialisation in cultural heritage conservation or similar.

· Minimum 5 years’ experience in restoration and rehabilitation of cultural heritage projects or in a similar project.

· Excellent communication skills in both English and Arabic.

· Understanding of building regulations and safety issues.

· Knowledge in humanitarian sector work modalities such as CfW.

· Knowledge of the country cultural context and specially of rural areas.

· Excellent knowledge of detail oriented construction and conservation works.

· Management and negotiation skills.

· Able to meet deadlines.

· Have a good understanding of technical plans.

· Ability to read & understand drawings, specs and other related construction documents.

· Must be detail and results oriented.

· Ability to multi task, prioritise, plan and achieve.

· Ability to work under pressure.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.

Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.

Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.

Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.

Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

Designation of Duty Station**: Mafraq**

Start date: April 2020

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.**

Closing date for applications: 11 March 2020

Applications will be processed on a rolling basis until vacancies are filled.

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport.**

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.