Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Specialist (HER Roster)

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Overview

Support disaster risk reduction and emergency preparedness activities in Asia and the Pacific.

You have:

• At least 7 years of professional experience in disaster risk reduction, emergency preparedness, emergency management, humanitarian response, climate resilience, public health emergency management, or a related field.
• Experience supporting the planning, implementation, monitoring, or coordination of disaster risk reduction and emergency preparedness activities.
• Experience conducting research, data collection, analysis, and report writing.
• Experience working with government institutions, UN agencies, NGOs, development partners, or community organizations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively in multicultural teams and under changing operational conditions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams).
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Contract

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The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP) has established the Humanitarian Emergency Response (HER) Roster to support speedy recruitment of qualified and motivated UN Volunteers for potential emergency response assignments. Candidates will be pre-screened based on their qualifications, experience, and suitability for the specific thematic or functional areas described in this Description of Assignment (DoA). Shortlisted candidates may remain in the UNV HER Roster for up to 6 months and be contacted should an emergency arise. Inclusion in the UNV HER Roster does not guarantee recruitment as a UN Volunteer. Selection and recruitment timelines will depend on the emergency occurrence, availability of candidates, and final approval by the UN host entity in accordance with Conditions of Service for UN Volunteers.

This UN Volunteer assignment is part of the United Nations system’s efforts to strengthen Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), emergency preparedness, and resilience-building in countries vulnerable to natural hazards, climate-related risks, and public health emergencies. The Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Specialist may be assigned to support a UN agency, programme, or country office working closely with national and local authorities, humanitarian and development partners, civil society organizations, and affected communities.

The Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Specialist will contribute to initiatives aimed at enhancing disaster preparedness, risk assessment, early warning systems, emergency response planning, and capacity-building for disaster risk management. The assignment may support the implementation of national and local DRR strategies aligned with the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and relevant humanitarian and development priorities.

Key stakeholders may include government disaster management agencies, UN entities, humanitarian clusters, non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, community-based organizations, donners, and development partners. Expected outcomes include strengthened preparedness and response capacities, improved coordination among stakeholders, enhanced resilience of vulnerable communities, and more effective integration of disaster risk reduction into development planning.

Under the direct supervision of the Technical Officer on Disaster Risk Management, the Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Specialist will support disaster risk reduction, emergency preparedness, and resilience-building activities. The Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Specialist will undertake the following tasks:

• Support the collection, analysis, and reporting of information related to disaster risks, hazards, vulnerabilities, and emergency preparedness. • Assist in the assessment of health risks associated with natural hazards, climate-related events, and public health emergencies. • Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of disaster risk reduction and resilience-building initiatives. • Contribute to preparedness activities, including contingency planning, risk assessments, simulations, and training exercises. • Support coordination and communication with government counterparts, UN agencies, non-governmental organizations, and other partners. • Facilitate health sector coordination through assisting WHO in organizing meetings, workshops, consultations, and capacity-building activities for stakeholders. • Contribute to the preparation of technical documents, presentations, situation reports, briefing notes, and other project materials. • Support monitoring, evaluation, and documentation of project activities, lessons learned, and good practices. • Assist in awareness-raising and community engagement activities related to disaster preparedness and risk reduction. • Perform other related tasks as required to support effective implementation of disaster risk reduction and emergency preparedness activities.

• Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Judgement and decision-making • Planning and organising • Professionalism • Self-management

Minimum requirements (must have) • At least 7 years of professional experience in disaster risk reduction, emergency preparedness, emergency management, humanitarian response, climate resilience, public health emergency management, or a related field. • Experience supporting the planning, implementation, monitoring, or coordination of disaster risk reduction and emergency preparedness activities. • Experience conducting research, data collection, analysis, and report writing. • Experience working with government institutions, UN agencies, NGOs, development partners, or community organizations. • Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills. • Ability to work effectively in multicultural teams and under changing operational conditions. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams). • Excellent written and spoken English.

Desirable assets • Experience supporting implementation of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, climate adaptation, resilience-building, or emergency response programmes. • Knowledge of disaster risk assessment, contingency planning, early warning systems, or emergency operations. • Experience facilitating workshops, trainings, simulations, or capacity-building activities. • Experience with monitoring and evaluation, knowledge management, or geographic information systems (GIS). • Previous experience with the United Nations, international organizations, government disaster management agencies, or humanitarian organizations. • Knowledge of local languages and contexts relevant to the duty station.

Core competencies • Professionalism and integrity. • Planning and organizing. • Teamwork and collaboration. • Communication and interpersonal skills. • Adaptability and flexibility. • Commitment to volunteerism and humanitarian principles.

Please refer to the Context section for details on the UNV Humanitarian Emergency Response (HER) Roster. Shortlisted candidates may be included in the UNV HER Roster for up to six months and contacted should a suitable emergency response assignment arise. Inclusion in the roster does not guarantee recruitment.

Hanoi, Viet Nam offers a comfortable and secure living environment for international staff. The city is well connected through Noi Bai International Airport and provides reliable access to housing, healthcare, banking, telecommunications, and other essential services. The cost of living is moderate, with a wide range of accommodation and dining options available. Hanoi experiences hot, humid summers and cool winters. Rich in culture and history, the city offers an enriching living and working environment, where adaptability and cultural sensitivity contribute to a rewarding assignment experience.

Entitlements of National UN Volunteer, Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) for National UN Volunteer Expert (Short-term) in Hanoi, Viet Nam at VND 32,804,373, Insurance Coverage (Comprehensive health, life, and malicious acts insurance); For further information on the full entitlements, please refer to the following: • You can check full entitlements at the duty station at https://app.unv.org/calculator. • The complete UN Volunteer Conditions of Service is available at https://explore.unv.org/cos.

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