The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunities 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 fulfillment of the wish to return home.
DRC is Denmark’s largest NGO. We are a leading international NGO - one of the few with specific expertise in forced displacement. In 40 countries across the world, our 7,500 employees work to protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.
In 2003, following the start of foreign military operations in Iraq, DRC became one of the first organisations to provide humanitarian assistance in the country and now operates in Basra, Baqubah, Jalawla, Gatoon, Baghdad, Muqdadiya, Balad, Aziz Balad, Samarra, Mosul, Duhok, Telafar, Baa’j, Sinjar, and Erbil.
Find more about DRC operations in Iraq here: Iraq | DRC Danish Refugee Council
Overall purpose of the role:
Responsible for overseeing the implementation of project activities, the shelter and settlement team leader plays a crucial role in ensuring effective planning, coordination, and management of project staff. Reporting directly to the project manager, this role entails providing not only technical expertise but also strong leadership in project implementation, thereby ensuring the successful achievement of project objectives related to sustainable interventions. By guiding and supervising project staff, the team leader fosters a collaborative environment that facilitates the seamless execution of project tasks, ultimately contributing to the overall success and impact of the project.
Responsibilities:
Safety and Security Management: Ensure the safety and security of construction sites, workshops, and associated areas, including the well-being of staff and laborers, by implementing and maintaining robust safety protocols
Experience and technical competencies:
Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work in a complex multicultural environment as a flexible and respectful team member
Attention to Detail: Detail-oriented with the ability to organize and manage information, plan and manage workload, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines efficiently
Education:
Field Experience: Significant proven field experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
Languages:
Proficiency in Kurdish, Turkmen, and Assyrian languages is an asset.
Key stakeholders:
People of Concern, government bodies
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s 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: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment
WE OFFER
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for National Staff.