Disaster risk reduction project manager

Previous closing date: 22 Sept 2011

Background

Established in 1888, ASB is one of Germany’s longest established and largest social welfare organisations. ASB entered Haiti in 2010 following the devastating earthquake and operates in the fields of emergency relief, reconstruction/rehabilitation and disaster risk reduction. ASB is a key player in disaster risk reduction education and has considerable experience of delivering replicable DRR education programmes at scale.

Summary of job profile/responsibilities

• Further establish, oversee, and deliver a disaster risk reduction (DRR) project targeting all primary schools in the educational district of Petit-Goave.
• The project is financed by the European Commission and running since 1 July 2011.
• The project is to adopt a training-of-trainers approach and to focus on delivering simple and relevant DRR information and establishing appropriate related procedures in schools.
• The primary hazards to be addressed are earthquakes and hurricanes. Establishing sustainable linkages between schools and communities is also a concern.
• ASB emphasises close coordination with concerned government actors and stresses the inclusion of highly-vulnerable groups in programming.
• The ability to transfer knowledge and to build staff capacity is a key consideration as is the ability to respond creatively, promptly and pro-actively to emerging issues or concerns.
• The DRR project manager is expected to contribute to further development of ASB Haiti's strategy in DRR and assist in design and proposal writing of new activities in this sector.
• The advertised position reports to ASB’s Country Director in Petit-Goave.

Key requirements

1. Social science degree in humanitarian or development studies, education or related field. Educational background in DRR/DRM an advantage.
2. Minimum 5 years of related experience showing progressive responsibility and a demonstrable record of donor-funded project delivery.
3. Solid understanding of education/training and pedagogical considerations.
4. Experience of syllabus design and practical delivery.
5. Understanding of DRR and current opportunities and constraints within the Haitian context.
6. Understanding of Haitian political structure and implications to programme delivery an advantage.
7. Familiarity with the Bangkok Action Agenda and Hyogo Framework for Action an advantage.
8. Excellent representation, communication and first-rate reporting skills.
9. Fluency in French and working knowledge of English. Working knowledge of Haitian Creole a distinct advantage.
10. Excellent project cycle and financial management skills required.
11. Coaching and team building skills essential.
12. The ability to inspire and work independently.
13. Creativity and sense of humour valued.