Disaster Risk Reduction Programme Coordinator
OXFAM-UK
Kampala, Uganda
Salary: $35,162 to $46,085
Closing Date: September 6, 2009
This position manages the multicultural relationships of the Disaster Risk Reduction Program, ensures participation, and encourages innovative solutions to DRR and climate change adaptation. Requirements include experience in disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, and social protection. A proven record of policy development, advocacy, and the ability to work in multiple cultural contexts is also required.
State Emergency Management Program Manager
American Red Cross
Tallahassee, Florida
Salary: Not posted
Closing Date: Open until filled
This position integrates Red Cross efforts with those of state disaster planning, preparedness, and response. Duties include establishing joint objectives with state emergency managers and creating strategies to help chapters provide mass community care in the first five days of a large-scale disaster. A bachelor’s degree in public administration or a related field, five years experience, and demonstrated knowledge of disaster services and operations are required.
Emergency Management Regional Coordinator
Virginia Department of Emergency Management
Richmond, Virginia
Salary: $40,959 to $109,280
Closing Date: August 31, 2009
This position assists local agencies, directs regional unit personnel and operations, and coordinates the development of local emergency management programs. Knowledge of government emergency management regulations and the ability to analyze of emergency management program effectiveness are required. A degree in emergency management or a related field and emergency management certification is preferred.
Physical Scientist
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Silver Springs, Maryland
Salary: $120,830 to $153,200
Closing Date: September 15, 2009
This position manages the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Regional Integrated Sciences and Assessments Program, identifies research and program needs, and administers program budgets. One year of experience equivalent to at least GS-15 in the federal service, knowledge of physical science related to natural, social, and economic climate impacts, and experience in directing science programs are required.
Domestic Emergency Unit Senior Director
Save the Children
Washington, D.C.
Salary: Not posted
Closing Date: Open until filled
This position leads the Domestic Emergency Unit and all domestic disaster response teams, manages response to major crises and emergencies, develops preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery policy, and oversees emergency preparedness integration for U.S. programs. At least ten years experience in U.S. emergency management and experience managing complex operations and high-level negotiations are required.
Floodplain Management Specialist, GS-11
Federal Emergency Management Agency
New Orleans, Louisiana
Salary: $56,411 to $73,329
Closing Date: September 2, 2009
This position provides technical support for the National Flood Insurance Program, assists in developing NFIP coordination, compliance, and community outreach, ,and communicates loss prevention to various audiences. One year of experience equivalent to at least GS-10 in the federal service is required.