Disaster risk reduction jobs

ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:Contributes to the implementation and monitoring of the UN Plan of Action for Disaster Risk Reduction for Resilience in sub-Saharan Africa, including coordination with members of the UN system at regional and national levels to advance the integration of disaster risk reduction in the strategic ...

UNDRR As the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction, UNDRR brings governments, partners and communities together to reduce disaster risk and losses to ensure a safer, more sustainable future. UNDRR (formerly UNISDR) is the United Nations focal point for disaster risk reduction. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: Cont...

Disaster Risk Reduction and Multi-Dimensional Resilience Specialist

Position PurposeThe Disaster Risk Reduction and Multi-Dimensional Resilience Specialist will work in the SDG MPTF Kenya Secretariat for the full range of the UNCT Kenya with its 24 agencies and support conducive collaboration with all stakeholders at all levels in Kenya to facilitate and support joint action and pooled funding and financing under the Fund and thereby strengthen the overall delive...

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the United Nations global development network. Headquartered in New York City, UNDP advocates for change and connects countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life Position Purpose The Disaster Risk Reduction and Multi-Dimensional Resilience Specialist will work in the SDG MPTF Kenya Secretariat for the full ...

Nova Pioneer Education Group is a Pan-African independent school network offering preschool through secondary education for students from ages 3 through 19. We prepare the next generation of leaders and innovators through world-class teaching methods with an emphasis on 21st century skills. We established Nova Pioneer because we believe education should prepare young people to create their future...

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the UN agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. Duties and Responsibilities Under the overall supervision of the Human Settlements Officer at the Regional Office for Africa (ROAf), th...

Job Summary:The Area Manager is responsible for the management of the host and refugee field operation in Garissa County and other potential counties in North Eastern region. S/he is also responsible for internal and external coordination of the field operations. You will be responsible for providing leadership in program design, implementation and evaluation, security management, managing suppor...

Duties and Responsibilities:Planning responses to emergencies and disasters to minimize risk to people and property.Coordinating Disaster Risk Management programs, emergencies, policies, and strategies in the County.Planning and directing disaster responses or crisis management activities.Providing disaster preparedness training and emergency plans and procedures for natural disasters, fires, dro...

Overall purpose of the roleThe Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is leading a consortium of partners in implementation of the EU-funded BORESHA NABAD programme implemented across Mandera, Kenya, Dollo Ado, Ethiopia and Gedo, Somalia. Building upon BORESHA I, II and III, BORESHA NABAD is centered on enhancing the effectiveness of conflict prevention and mitigation, disaster risk reduction and managemen...

Overall purpose of the role The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is leading a consortium of partners in implementation of the EU-funded BORESHA NABAD programme implemented across Mandera, Kenya, Dollo Ado, Ethiopia and Gedo, Somalia. Building upon BORESHA I, II and III, BORESHA NABAD is centered on enhancing the effectiveness of conflict prevention and mitigation, disaster risk reduction and manageme...

Provide programmatic and technical support to US Canada Disaster Risk Reduction and Response team efforts related to Disaster preparedness and response (30%).Collaboratively work with area offices on the Disaster Risk Reduction and Response key projects, initiatives and grants (35%).Support DR3 team knowledge management, research and learning (15%).Other duties as assigned by supervisor (20%).Sup...

Under the guidance of the Global Lead, ADAP, and in close coordination with the PG Humanitarian Action focal points, and the Emergency Operations Division (EMOPS), the Adolescent Development Manager will be responsible for strengthening adolescent and youth components of UNICEF humanitarian and peacebuilding contexts.To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have to Support coordination,...

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental, non-profit organisation founded in 1956 that works in more than 30 countries throughout the world. Overall purpose of the role The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is leading a consortium of partners in implementation of the EU-funded BORESHA NABAD programme implemented across Mandera, Kenya, Dollo Ado, Ethiopia and Gedo, Somalia. ...

Specific ResponsibilitiesProgram Planning and Implementation:Develop comprehensive program/project plans, including detailed activities, budgets, timelines, and resource allocations to ensure successful implementation.Monitor early warning systems to come up with anticipatory action aiming at using weather, climate, and impact-based forecasts.Work with the community to save lives and livelihoods ...

Program Planning and Implementation:Develop comprehensive program/project plans, including detailed activities, budgets, timelines, and resource allocations to ensure successful implementation.Monitor early warning systems to come up with anticipatory action aiming at using weather, climate, and impact-based forecasts.Work with the community to save lives and livelihoods from disasters through st...

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has been providing relief and development services in the Horn of Africa since 1997. Using a human rights framework, the DRC East Africa and Great Lakes (EAGL) operation focuses on people who are affected by displacement, including refugees, internally displaced, migrants, and host communities in Burundi, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, So...

Under the guidance of the Global Lead, ADAP, and in close coordination with the PG Humanitarian Action focal points, and the Emergency Operations Division (EMOPS), the Adolescent Development Manager will be responsible for strengthening adolescent and youth components of UNICEF humanitarian and peacebuilding contexts. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have to Support coordination...

UNICEF is the world s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS Summary Under the guidance of the Global Lead, ADAP, and in close coordination with the PG Humanitarian Action focal points, and the E...

Program Management:Identify health program opportunities by assisting the health staff to carry out assessments, draft health sector proposals, budgets and plans of action.Provide overall coordination of all the departments under the health program i.e. pharmacy, Laboratory, inpatient wards and outpatient service points.In coordination with the Field Coordinator, formulate program goals, objectiv...

This position is highly collaborative and cross-functional as is necessary to consistently reinforce team structures related to emergency, crisis and disaster coordination and support. This role requires relationship-building within internal and external networks to create partnerships that support, aid, and enhance Habitat for Humanity work and enterprise-wide collaborationThis is a one-year pos...

About This RoleThe Country Director, Kenya is responsible for strategic leadership and oversight of ChildFund operations in the Kenya Country Office (CO), including strategy development and implementation, business development and resource mobilization, external engagement, advocacy and communications, partnership portfolio management, program delivery, sponsorship stewardship, administration and...

Job Description This position is highly collaborative and cross-functional as is necessary to consistently reinforce team structures related to emergency, crisis and disaster coordination and support. This role requires relationship-building within internal and external networks to create partnerships that support, aid, and enhance Habitat for Humanity work and enterprise-wide collaboration This ...

Habitat for Humanity International, generally referred to as Habitat for Humanity or simply Habitat, is an international, non-governmental, and nonprofit organization, which was founded in 1976. Summary This position is highly collaborative and cross-functional as is necessary to consistently reinforce team structures related to emergency, crisis and disaster coordination and support. This role r...