Disaster Preparedness & Response Coordinator

Worldvisionamericalatina

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Disaster preparedness plans
Community-based disaster risk management
Early warning systems
** World Vision America Latina seeks a Disaster Preparedness & Response Coordinator to enhance disaster management strategies and coordinate emergency responses, particularly in vulnerable communities. The role requires a strong background in disaster risk reduction, capacity building, and effective communication in high-pressure environments. **

Job Summary

  • Our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life, inspired by our Christian faith.
  • Key responsibilities include revising and updating HEA Strategic Documents, developing National and District Disaster Preparedness Plans, and supporting community-based disaster risk management activities.
  • A competitive salary, benefits, and career development opportunity will be offered commensurate with relevant experience, knowledge, and qualifications.

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Match Score: 75

** World Vision America Latina seeks a Disaster Preparedness & Response Coordinator to enhance disaster management strategies and coordinate emergency responses, particularly in vulnerable communities. The role requires a strong background in disaster risk reduction, capacity building, and effective communication in high-pressure environments. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Disaster Preparedness Plans
  • Community-Based Disaster Risk Management
  • Early Warning Systems
  • Humanitarian Response Coordination
  • Partnership and Do No Harm principles
  • SPHERE standards

Nice-to-have

  • Cross-cultural sensitivity
  • Flexible worldview
  • Emotional maturity
  • Physical stamina
  • Adaptable in high-pressure environments

Key Requirements

  • University degree/Diploma in Disaster Management, Environmental Science
  • Minimum three years' experience
  • Extensive knowledge in emergency response, conflict, natural disasters, Disaster Preparedness/Risk Reduction
  • Technical knowledge in disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation
  • Management experience
  • Training and capacity building experience preferred
  • Strong report writing skills
  • Knowledge of procurement and financial systems
  • Knowledge of project management, accounting practices, donor regulations

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