Shelter- HLP Field Assistant at Committed To Good (CTG)

The Shelter-HLP Field Assistant will be working under the leadership and guidance of the Shelter Program Manager, the direct supervision of the Shelter Project Officer, and the guidance and mentorship of the Housing, Land, and Property (HLP) Advisor. Within the framework of the emergency response program in North-East Nigeria, the incumbent shall be responsible for supporting the Shelter Unit projects by assisting in the implementation of field activities, with a particular focus on HLP issues, including land advocacy, as well as community mobilization, needs assessment, and liaising with local authorities and stakeholders, in accordance with the overall directives of the Head of Sub Office and our client procedures, and in close coordination with other units.

Role objectives:

The incumbent will be responsible and accountable for the following activities:

• Liaise closely with the Shelter Program Manager, Project Officer, and HLP Advisor throughout the planning, design, and implementation stages of Shelter activities.
• Contribute to the planning procedures and designing of tools for implementation of projects in line with proposals and strategies.
• Promote the HLP rights of IDPs/returnees in line with advocacy strategy and facilitate access to land through stakeholders and community engagement.
• Carry out security of tenure due diligence for project implementation according to our client's SOP.
• Assist with the implementation of Shelter and HLP projects according to the agreed response strategy and plan, including but not limited to needs assessment registration and distribution processes (both in-kind or cash-based), as required.
• Follow up with field activities closely to ensure their quality and that there are no delays by collecting daily updates from field staff, and timely report all challenges or delays to the management and participate in brainstorming to resolve issues.
• Support in organizing and facilitating trainings and stakeholder’s engagement workshops.
• Actively facilitate and maintain liaison and collaboration with relevant local and national authorities and stakeholders and represent our client in relevant forums/cluster/working groups where required.
• Contribute as requested to the reports of Shelter and HLP activities by providing inputs and data (including weekly, monthly, interim, and final project reports).
• Liaise with government, relevant UN and NGO partners, and consultants at state, district, and field levels, as required.
• Ensure proper filing of documents according to data protection and confidentiality protocols.
• Support the planning and implementation of community consultations, focus group discussions, and other community engagement activities related to Shelter and HLP programming.
• Travel to the field as requested.
• Coordinate with all relevant units and provide assistance where needed.
• Perform any other duties that may be required.

Project reporting:

• Update unit trackers on regular basis, and provide feedback on any corrections needed to the project manager and project officer.
• Prepare and develop status reports, minutes of meetings, travel requests, purchase requisitions, and other documents, as required by the management.
• Reports directly to Shelter Project Officer.

Key competencies:

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms.
• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders.
• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others.
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience.
• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services.
• Leadership and Negotiation – develop effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within the area of responsibility.
• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter.

Experience Competencies:

• Proficiency in computer applications (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, etc).
• Ability to work quickly and accurately and pay attention to detail.
• Willingness to assist efficiently in a very busy project environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Ability to present clear and concise information and good communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds.
• Ability to learn new programming modalities quickly.

Team management:

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.
• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve the performance of self and others.

Further information:

• Hausa, Kanuri, and other local languages (Applicable for working knowledge).

Qualification    

• Diploma in in Social sciences, International development, International studies/relations, Law or relevant field from a recognized institution (essential).

Sector Experience    

• Minimum of Preferably 2+ year(s) of relevant experience in the humanitarian sector,
• Experience in community mobilization and engagement and mediation among local actors,
• Previous experience in implementing HLP programmes in North-East Nigeria is an advantage.
• Year/s of demonstrable relevant Humanitarian Aid experience (essential).
• Geographical experience