ACBAR

DAARTT (Danish Assistance to Afghan Rehabilitation and Technical Training) is a Danish based organization established in Afghanistan by the Danish People’s Aid (DPA) in 2003.

The organization is specialized in construction and has so far built more than 200 schools, clinics and other buildings in Afghanistan. DAARTT is also engaged in humanitarian and development activities supporting the most vulnerable groups/population of the country. DAARTT got and maintains membership with ACBAR and several technical clusters; such as WASH, Education, ES/NFI and Health clusters.

About the project:

The overall objective of the project is to provide urgent humanitarian assistance to the shock affected vulnerable population in Bilcheragh and Dawlat Abad districts of Faryab province through by provision of Cash Assistance for Shelter Repair (Minor & Major Repair) and Transitional Shelter support.

Main components of the project are: 

1. Provision of Cash assistance for Repair or upgrade of existing shelters that are in poor conditions.
2. Support to construct transitional and permanent shelters – construction of one-bedroom and two-bedroom shelters.

Shelter assistant-engineers shall work under the direct supervision of the project team leader, and work with project beneficiaries to implement shelter related construction activities to ensure compliance with the approved design and specifications.

• Implement shelter project activities according to the action plan of project.
• Work closely with communities, local authorities, and stakeholders, fostering collaboration and supporting the shelter-related project activities.
• Discuss project activities regularly with local communities and beneficiaries and receive their feedback on the activities.
• Participate in household survey and identify vulnerable families eligible for shelter assistance according to the pre-defined criteria for shelter repair (Major and Minor) and transitional shelter.
• Work closely with the field team to ensure all project related activities are carried out as per the project requirement and the work is delivered on time within the published workplan.
• Provide technical advice for the design and construction of emergency and transitional shelters.
• Supervise the construction and repair activities on-site to ensure quality and adherence to agreed standards.
• Ensure the use of appropriate construction materials by beneficiaries and oversee the quality of shelter.
• Collaborate with beneficiaries to provide input on constructability and cost-effective methods on all construction and retrofitting activities.
• Conduct regular on-site inspections to address technical issues promptly as per the national/international construction standards.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to construction activities and enforce safety protocols on-site, ensuring workers and community safety.
• Identify, recommend and document good practices/lessons learned and bring to the attention of project team leader.
• Conduct regular field visits, assessments, and documentation of progress, ensuring challenges are addressed promptly.
• Conduct regular field surveys and assessments; map information and ensure proper documentation. Prepare and submit regular progress reports on shelter-related activities and community feedback.
• Maintain accurate daily work logs, site inspection records, and prepare weekly and monthly progress reports detailing milestones, issues, and resolutions.
• Build the capacity of targeted beneficiaries including training on shelter construction.
• Encourage beneficiary involvement in construction activities where appropriate (e.g., self-help approaches).
• Provide support for female beneficiaries during surveys and distributions. Arrange separate distribution times and venues to accommodate female beneficiaries, ensuring their comfort and privacy.
• Ensure the cash has been distributed with in cooperation of the representative of relevant department and providing satisfaction to beneficiaries by obtaining documents prepared by the relevant department.
• Ensure all project activities comply with DAARTT operational policies, guidelines, and humanitarian principles. Ensure adherence to standards of conduct.
• Identify and address challenges while maintaining professionalism and commitment to the organization’s core values.
• Conduct any other task/s, assigned by the project team leader.

1. University degree in civil engineering, at least 4 years of work experience in implementing shelter projects, including technical design, site supervision, and quality assurance, especially in disaster affected, IDP, or returnee settings.
2. Proven experience in managing community-based informal settlement upgrades and working closely with local communities.
3. Experience in working with humanitarian funded projects such as AHF and UN and have worked with community in the district level and relevant agencies.
4. Skills in monitoring and reporting systems, preparing reports, and ensuring accountability to stakeholders.
5. Knowledge of cash-based interventions and market-based programmes.
6. Experience and understand the shelter standards.
7. Ability to work in challenging field conditions, with extended hours if necessary, and effectively manage stress and logistical constraints in post-disaster or displacement contexts.
8. Good knowledge of computer engineering applications.
9. Knowledge of the local area and community is essential.
10. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
11. Good in English and Fluent in local language Dari/Pashto.

Please submit your application via ( https://recruit-daartt.org/oafp/apply ) link until 11 May 2025 @23:55 hours midnight.

Applicants who do not have the required qualification should kindly abstain from applying, as their applications will not be considered.

https://recruit-daartt.org/oafp/apply