Shelter & WASH Project Manager Ukraine Dnipro

What we are looking for:

NRC Ukraine is looking for a Shelter & WASH Project Manager to lead highquality programming and coordination across our East Area Office. Youll drive excellence in our Shelter & Settlements portfolio and play a key role in mentoring training and strengthening the capacity of our technical teams on the ground.

What you will do:

Some of your generic responsibilities include:

• Coordinate and implement the Shelter projects according to strategy proposals and plans.

• Ensure adherence to NRC policies and donor requirements.

• Develop annual activity and work plans.

• Manage the grants and budgets supporting the Shelter projects.

• Supervision training and development of Shelter staff.

• Promote and share ideas for improvement and necessary changes in the activities.

• Cooperate with relevant partners and local authorities.

• Organize trainings for the Shelter team relevant partners and beneficiaries.

• Monthly activity/project reports and other reporting as required.

• Ensure proper filing of all project documents.

• Responsible for managing and overseeing the development implementation and quality of the Shelter projects.

• Responsible for managing all phases of the project cycle budgets and grants.

• Support the development of capacity and responsibilities of Shelter team in line with NRC people management and development module

Some of your specific responsibilities include:

• Line management for Project Coordinators (PCs) and other senior project staff

• Contribute to the development of Country Area and CC strategies based on context technical expertise and assessment of beneficiaries needs within area of implementation

• Responsible for implementing technical direction as determined by the Shelter Core Competency Specialist (CCS) and ensuring high technical quality of projects by identifying and implementing ways to improve program quality and cost efficiency

• Contribute to assessment development and implementation of the AO emergency response plan

• Contribute to the proposal development process with AO CC specific input in coordination with the CC specialist and the Area Programme Manager.

• Develop update and follow up of detailed project work plans spending plan M&E plan and recruitment plan for the specific CC projects on area level.

• Responsible for management and implementation of CC projects (activities and budget) according to strategy proposal plans and budget as delegated by APM

• Develop manage and monitor project budget in cooperation with APM and ASM

• Responsible for providing regular reports to the APM and the CCS on project implementation including suggestions for new and better ways to assist

• Responsible for seeking support and mentoring on technical issues from CCS and complying with the CC strategy guidance

• Participate in the recruitment of project staff in the respective area and CC.

• Responsible for capacity development of project staff and transferring key skills through on the job training - particular focus on senior project staff

• Apply NRC performance management module with the shelter team including work & development plans regular check-ins and performance reviews.

• Responsible for liaison and collaboration with CC-relevant local authorities and stakeholders at area level

• Accountable for adherence to NRC policies and ensuring the CC projects are targeting people most in need of protection assistance.

• Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy.

Please download thedetailed job descriptionto learn more about the position.

What you will bring:

• Relevant university degree.

• At least three years of field experience working as a Project Manager preferably in shelter programs in complex emergencies with responsibility for Project cycle management Risk Management Staff Development and Management and Grants and Budgets Management

• Experience in logistics/administration management.

• Experience of coordination and advocacy work; Excellent communication and reporting skills both written and oral.

• Willingness to work in demanding stressful situations under difficult living conditions with respect for basic security rules.

• Fluency in spoken and written English.

• Valid drivers license.

• Knowledge of the context in Ukraine would be an asset

• Knowledge of local languages would be an asset

• Shelter programme experience with start-up exit or similar would be an asset.

• Goal orientation and attention to details

• Ability to work under pressure independently and with limited supervision.

• Ability and willingness to work and live under difficult circumstances.

• Problem solving and willingness/ability to contribute to logistics.

• Flexibility creativity organization and cooperation.

What we offer:

• Duty station: Dnipro East Ukraine with linked field offices.

• Contract:Until the end of 2026.

• Travel: 40% in the field location.

• Salary/benefits: Grade 8 contract terms.

• NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age gender religion ethnicity nationality and physical ability.

• We think outside the box encourage ideas and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.

Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC

Important information about the application process

• For Internal candidates: To apply as an internal candidate log in with your official email or click on Opportunity Market Place.

• When creating your profile include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience employment history and education.

• Submit your application and CV in English taking care to attach your latest CV.

• Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.

• We receive many applications for each vacant position and so only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you have any questions about this role please emailwith the job title as the subject line.

Why NRC

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Our 15000 staff work in crises across 40 countries providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year.

We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee. Are you one of those people If you are NRC offers you the opportunity to:

• do demanding and professional work often in challenging contexts.

• join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility.

• be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignity.