Job Detail

• Under the supervision of the regional project manager will be responsible for implementing CBDRR components as per the approved work plan and budget.
• Responsible for implementing soft and hard CBDRR projects/activities such as 1) Awareness raising activities of the community; 2) capacity building of the CPP volunteers; 3) small-scale mitigation measures as identified in community risk assessment in assigned RMOs.
• Work closely with CSOs such as community development committees (CDCs) at the community level and other partners to proactively strengthen community-based awareness, preparedness, and early warning initiatives.
• Support procurement and project team in the procurement of DRR-related materials and services
• Support DRR specialists in developing technical materials and resources for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Resilience programs or projects with particular attention to gender equality, food security, integrated water resources management, environmental sustainability, and conflict sensitivity.
• Liaises with resilience networks, and international non-government organizations (INGOs) at provincial levels on DRR and climate change at regional levels

• Support DRR specialists in capturing learning and knowledge sharing amongst all related stakeholders
• Support with the preparation of program documentation, assessments, and studies as required.
• Responsible for developing community contingency plans, based on past disasters and potential new disasters.
• Impart training to community-based disaster management committees, task forces and other stakeholders as per project requirements,
• Assist SCA with planning and development of emergency response program.
• Prepare and submit annual and/or quarterly purchase plans and follow up on the timely delivery of inputs.
• Conduct regular field visits and meetings with local authorities and community leaders and direct beneficiaries.
• Prepare project reports as required by the supervisors in a timely manner.
• Ensure project activities are following SCA rules and regulations.
• Ensure that proper community development practices and “Do No Harm” practices are incorporated and upheld throughout the planning and implementation of the project.
• Document project activities, project updates, future, success stories, achievements, best practices, and lessons learned.
• Ensure that community training is conducted, and awareness raised
• Any other relevant and required tasks

• Interested qualified candidates should submit a full CV with a cover letter explaining their motivation in applying for the job and highlighting their relevant skills and experience;
• To apply online please send your application / CV and cover letter through the link give in acbar web site: https://scahris.odoo.com/jobs/announcements/detail/disaster-risk-reduction-officer-231 
• Academic certificates or references need not to be submitted at this time. These will be requested at the time of interview.
• Only short-listed candidates will be invited for written test and interview.

          Females are highly encouraged to apply.

              SCA is committed to ethical standards, a safe and inclusive work environment.

             Our work is    based on our values:

            Responsiveness, Equality, Impartiality, Social    Justice, and Integrity.

            Background and reference checks are part of the recruitment process and will be conducted

              for the successful candidate.