DISASTER RECOVERY SPECIALIST

The CDEMA Coordinating Unit (CU) is inviting applications for the position of Disaster Recovery Specialist (DRS) who will be responsible for researching, designing, implementing and harnessing the potential of national, regional and international agencies with responsibility for recovery.

Job Opportunity:

DISASTER RECOVERY SPECIALIST

CDEMA Coordinating Unit

The CDEMA Coordinating Unit (CU) is inviting applications for the position of Disaster Recovery Specialist (DRS) who will be responsible for researching, designing, implementing and harnessing the potential of national, regional and international agencies with responsibility for recovery. The successful candidate will coordinate implementation of the institutional establishment of a regionally owned and led Caribbean Resilient Recovery Facility (CRRF). The DRS will also coordinate, guide and direct project activities to ensure that the aims and objectives of the intervention are met as well as ensure that project implementation is undertaken in line with established procedures and within approved budgets.

Open To:

Applications for this post are open to employees of the CDEMA CU and all citizens and permanent residents of CARICOM countries.

Compensation:

The compensation will be based on the individual’s qualifications and experience.   

Merit Criteria:

1.0           QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

1.1           Postgraduate degree (MSc, MEng, or higher) in disaster risk management, geography, natural resourcemanagement, environmental sciences, social sciences risk assessment, urban and regional planning,economics, management, or a related field.

1.2           Project management certification or at least two (2) years project management work experience.

1.3           At least five (5) years post qualification experience at a senior technical level in the private or public sector orat least three (3) years management experience in a regional, international or multi-Lateral organization.

1.4           At least 6 years of progressively responsible experience addressing issues specific to Caribbean SIDSsurrounding disaster risk, environmental management, vulnerability and inequality, or other relateddevelopment issues.

1.5           At least 3 years of strong experience in relevant areas such as crisis response and recovery; policy analysisand inter-sectoral approaches; strengthening institutional capacities; strategic planning and advocacy tonational and other partners.

1.6           Sound understanding of national and local development planning processes in the Caribbean.

1.7           Previous work in any of the beneficiary countries would be an asset.

2.0           SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

2.1           Extensive knowledge of current management trends and best practices in recovery planning.

2.2           Good knowledge of strategic planning, work programme development, program monitoring including programbudgeting and results-based management.

2.3           Good knowledge of Caribbean economies, and disaster management within the Caribbean.

2.4           Good knowledge of project management & project implementation issues.

2.5           Proficiency in relevant computer applications, including Microsoft project.

2.6           GIS and/or statistical analysis skills would be an asset.

2.7           Ability to communicate and relate effectively with persons at all levels.

2.8           Proposal writing, report writing, data acquisition and analysis skills.

2.9           Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

2.10         Excellent diplomacy, lobbying and advocacy skills.

2.11         Demonstrated team leadership skills.

2.12         Fluency in written and spoken English.

2.13        Working knowledge of other regional languages and dialects (e.g. Kweyol, Sranan Tongo) or French, Spanish       and /or Dutch is an asset.

2.14        Appreciation of workplace diversity.

Information Notes:

1. Candidates must clearly demonstrate in writing that they have met all the criteria.  Failure to do so may result in your application not receiving further consideration.
2. Send applications, including Resume, three (3) testimonials and copies of certificates via email and quote selection process number: CDEMA-CU/ADMIN31.
3. To review the job description, visit Vacancy Notice- Disaster Recovery Specialist.
4. Acknowledgement of receipt of applications will not be sent.  CDEMA would like to thank all candidates who apply, as only those selected for an interview will be contacted.