(Senior) Disaster Risk Management Specialist
Drive implementation of disaster risk management strategies and policies.
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Overview
Drive implementation of disaster risk management strategies and policies.
You have:
- 5+ years of experience in disaster risk management.
- Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
- Proven experience in policy dialogue and operational support.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to supervise and manage staff effectively.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew for an initial period of 3 years following Section 3.1 (b) of Administrative Order No. 2.01 (“Recruitment and Appointment’). This appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment. After the initial fixed period, ADB has the option to renew the appointment for up to three years or allow it to expire. This decision is based on ADB’s overall interest in retaining the skills and experience of the staff for medium-term work program within the respective group, department, or office, while considering the availability of funding sources.
Important Notice:
Overview
Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 68 members, 49 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific****, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under its Strategy 2030.
ADB only hires nationals of its 68 members.
The position is assigned in the Disaster Risk Management Team of the Climate Change, Resilience and Environment Cluster (CCRE) within the Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department (CCSD). CCSD provides leadership in thematic operations, knowledge innovation, and partnerships to position the ADB as the region’s climate bank. CCRE leads the Bank’s work in responding to the growing need for innovative policies, institutions, and investments to lead the region to a low carbon, climate and disaster resilient future; and supports ADB’s operational departments to develop and implement climate and disaster resilience projects, integrate disaster risk and climate change considerations into their broader portfolio of projects, and access climate financing.
This position has been created as part of the Workforce Rebalancing Framework, which is a multiyear initiative (2022-2027) aimed at increasing in-house expertise in key operational areas that was previously sourced from consultants through ADB’s technical assistance. The goal is to strengthen in-house expertise to enhance the quality of ADB’s policy dialogue, operations, and knowledge solutions delivery by collaborating closely with DMC clients. Expected candidates are seasoned experts with strong field experience who can lead policy dialogue and project work with emphasis on providing knowledge solutions.
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Job Purpose
The (Senior) Disaster Risk Management Specialist will drive implementation of ADB's policy and operational and action plans pertaining to disaster risk management (DRM). He/she will provide advice, expertise, and technical support to operations to mainstream DRM in ADB operations and ensure bank-wide implementation of ADB’s DRM approach. The incumbent will report to Unit Head, Disaster Risk Management and will supervise national and administrative staff.
Responsibilities
a. Policies, Strategies and Frameworks
b. Operational Advice and Support
c. Mobilizing and Managing DRM finance
d. Knowledge Generation and Sharing
e. Supervising Staff
f. Others
• Leads, coordinates, supports and/or handles ad hoc assignments as assigned.
Qualifications
Relevant Experience & Requirements
General Considerations
The selected candidate, if new to ADB, is appointed for an initial term of 3 years.
ADB offers competitive remuneration and a comprehensive benefits package. Actual appointment salary will be based on ADB’s standards and computation, taking into account the selected individual’s qualifications and experience.
ADB seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. ADB encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities.
Please note that the actual level and salary will be based on qualifications of the selected candidate.
Potential interview questions
| Can you provide an example of a successful disaster risk management project you led? | This question assesses your project management and leadership capabilities in DRM. | Detail the project's objectives, your role, and the outcomes achieved. |
| How do you approach integrating climate change considerations into disaster risk management? | The interviewer is probing your understanding of the relationship between climate change and disaster risk. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to engage stakeholders in disaster risk management initiatives? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you had to manage a challenging team situation. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you stay updated on the latest developments in disaster risk management? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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