Company
Humanitarian
ShelterAssociate
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Entry candidates.
“Shelter Associate. Skills: Construction, Project management, Monitoring, Reporting. Coordination with the government and local authorities for identification and assessment of construction projects. Estimation of project costs for the repair and rehabilitation of identified projects”
What You'll Achieve.
Assure transparent and fair tendering; Ensure that the specialists working with and for UNHCR deliver the requited design / construction documentation and these are correctly, safely and accurately implemented
Industry & Context.
Proactive and flexible approach to problem-solving
Regular travel within the oblasts of Sumy and Kharkiv is essential including over-night stays in remote locations, This position doesn't require a functional clearance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Civil engineering, Architecture or Construction Engineering (or other related field), Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher
Nice to Have
Good technical knowledge about construction in Ukraine linked with understanding of Ukrainian Construction, Knowledge and previous experience in the humanitarian sector is highly desirable
What You'll Do.
Coordination with the government and local authorities for identification and assessment of construction projects
Estimation of project costs for the repair and rehabilitation of identified projects
Coordinating with contractors
design service providers and housing teams
implementing partners
Monitoring and reporting on activities and outputs of contractors
design service providers and housing teams
implementing partners
Assisting with the procurement of services
Supervision of construction/renovation works
evaluation/inspection of works stage
Review and approval of technical documentation
Review of prepared design: structural analysis
cost estimates and any other required technical documentation
Supervising design service providers to ensure that design and works are executed in effective and efficient manner by complying with all technical requirements of UNHCR and government
Monitoring contractor’s compliance with the technical requirements of the contract by reviewing deliverables and recommending to the Programme Coordinator appropriate corrective actions
Writing regular reports as required
Participation as a member of duty travel teams relating to project implementation
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Close working relationship with all stakeholders – including the local authorities; Joining an established team of engineers and architects; Efficiently contribute to the multi-national team’s work
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills
Process & Methodology
Project management, Estimation of project costs, Coordination with contractors, design service providers and housing teams, implementing partners, Monitoring and reporting on activities and outputs, Supervision of construction/renovation works, Review and approval of technical documentation, Supervising design service providers, Monitoring contractor’s compliance, Writing regular reports
Full Job Description
**Deadline for Applications** June 2, 2026 **Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)** E (most hardship) **Family Type (not applicable for home-based)** Non Family with Residential Location **Staff Member / Affiliate Type** UNOPS LICA6 **Target Start Date** 2026-07-01 **Terms of Reference** The position is located within the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Field Office Kharkiv and reports to the Assistant Field Officer. Nature of Position: The Field Office of Kharkiv covers the Sumska and Kharkivska oblasts and undertakes the full array of UNHCR’s Emergency Shelter and Housing activities including emergency shelter repairs, repair of war damaged houses, IDP house repair and the renovation of social infrastructure. The successful candidate will be joining an established team of engineers and architects who oversee the program activities. UNHCR uses a mix of Direct Implementation and implementation through local Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs). Key to the role is the close monitoring of private sector companies (designers and contractors) and of partners who implement construction and housing projects on behalf of UNHCR. Forming a close working relationship with all stakeholders – including the local authorities – both at regional level and municipal / hromada level is of paramount importance. Although a sound technical understanding of the construction process, project management, practices, codes and standards is essential, the role will not require the completion of detailed designs or calculations. Rather the role is that of an oversight; ensuring that the specialists working with and for UNHCR deliver the requited design / construction documentation and these are correctly, safely and accurately implemented. Based in Kharkiv, regular travel within the oblasts of Sumy and Kharkiv is essential including over-night stays in remote locations. Duties and Responsibilities • Coordination with the government and local authorities for identifica
Applying for this Shelter Associate role?
Most applicants get filtered before a human reads their resume. See if yours makes the cut.
How to Apply on Workday
- Workday has a multi-step form — save your progress after every section.
- "Apply With LinkedIn" can fail or lose data; manual entry is more reliable.
- Watch for the "Submit for Review" final step — hitting "Save" alone does not submit.
- Job requisition numbers are useful when following up with HR by email.
ANONYMOUS · UNFILTERED
What do employees actually say about this company?
Real rants from real employees. Read before you apply.