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SHELTER COORDINATOR

allhandsandhearts

Caracas, Caracas, Venezuela Full-time$19k–$24k / year (est.) Posted 4d ago
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Position Purpose A technical coordination position within a dynamic nonprofit that helps communities recover after disasters and gets children back in school. This full-time role leads in-kind emergency Shelter/NFI design, direct implementation, monitoring and coordination for earthquake-affected people in camps and host communities. Open to qualified national and international candidates. Reporting Relationships * Reports to Program Manager * Roles reporting to position  None * Approximate number of reports  0 Essential Functions * Lead safe, inclusive, in-kind emergency Shelter/NFI design, direct implementation and monitoring in line with local regulations, Sphere Standards, Shelter Cluster and safer-building, accessibility and environmental guidance. * Lead shelter, damage and habitability assessments of needs, risks, access and priorities. * Prepare strategies, technical designs, scopes of work, bills of quantities, specifications, work plans, repair methods and quality-control procedures. * Oversee NFI and shelter-kit distributions, emergency or transitional shelters, minor repairs and weatherproofing; verify safe, suitable and accessible completion. * Design community toolbanks and light debris removal with safe work zones, segregation, reuse and disposal. * Provide technical oversight, quality assurance, troubleshooting and coaching to teams, volunteers, partners, contractors and vendors. * Integrate community engagement, accountability, protection, safeguarding, inclusion, and climate considerations. * Support procurement through specifications, bid evaluation, material inspection, stock and asset tracking, storage and contractor verification. * Maintain plans, budgets, risks and program data; track outputs, quality, timeliness, feedback and post-activity results; support reporting and learning. * Represent All Hands and Hearts in Shelter/NFI forums and with authorities, UN agencies, NGOs, service providers and communities; share information and prevent duplication. * Implement shelter and debris safety measures, including structural-hazard screening, tool safety, manual handling, protective equipment and incident reporting. * Perform other duties as required. Position Requirements * Education  Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering, architecture, construction management, building technology, humanitarian shelter or a related field; equivalent education and professional experience accepted. * Related Experience  1-2 years implementing emergency Shelter/NFI programs, including one rapid-onset response and experience in at least two of: shelter construction or repair, NFI distributions, damage assessment, contractor oversight or light debris management.  * Special Competencies/Certifications  Ability to prepare designs, bills of quantities and specifications; assess habitability and site risks; supervise construction or repair quality; manage light debris work; and apply Sphere, Shelter Cluster, safer-building, accessibility and environmental guidance. Relevant certification is an asset. * Language Spanish fluency required; working knowledge of English preferred * Strong communication, coordination, representation, data-management and reporting skills. Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office; organized and able to manage competing priorities in a high-stress emergency. Working Conditions and Physical Demands  * Regularly works outdoors in adverse weather around damaged buildings, debris and active work sites * Frequently moves items weighing up to 40 lbs on work sites or at base * Frequently operates a computer and may work near hand or power tools * Must be able to remain stationary and navigate uneven terrain, debris and temporary shelters * Frequently travels to remote project locations, camps and host communities * May live in a communal environment * Works in high-stress post-disaster settings with limited amenities and exposure to dust, sharp debris, unstable structures and construction hazards; protective equipment is required. Compensation & Benefits  * Typical starting salary is $1,550 - $1,763 USD / month, and up to $1,975 for highly qualified candidates who have previous experience in this role. * Room & board  * Monthly R&R breaks with allowance * Visa extension reimbursement * Travel to and from program location  * Coverage for emergency medical injury or illness if outside country of origin Diversity is the acknowledgment, promotion and celebration of our differences and similarities. All racial identities, ethnicities, sexes, nationalities, gender identities and expressions, physical and mental abilities, sexual orientations, ages, spiritualities, points of view and socioeconomic statuses can fit in with us. We support individuals from around the world and serve communities affected by disasters with purpose. Response, recovery, resilience and renewal are why we exist. Respect for the value of diversity, inclusion and social justice drives us forward every day. Everyone is welcome.  All Hands and Hearts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic.

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