Emergency Preparedness Capacity Building Officer
Relief International
London, UK
Salary: Not Posted
Closing Date: December 17, 2010
This position will lead the newly formed emergency preparedness capacity building effort, including designing training programs, managing budgets and donor reporting, conducting outreach sessions, and completing project evaluations. A master’s degree in public health, disaster management, or international affairs; three years of humanitarian experience; and in-depth knowledge of disaster risk reduction and preparedness are required.
Disaster Risk Reduction Project Officer
United Nations Development Programme
Maputo, Mozambique
Salary: Not Posted
Closing Date: December 21, 2010
This position will coordinate United Nations Development Programme disaster risk reduction activities for Mozambique. Duties include drafting disaster policy, analyzing strategies for coordination and implementation, developing relationships between national staff and consultants, and promoting risk reduction, preparedness, and prevention knowledge. A master’s degree in international development or a disaster-related field, five years of experience in project management and two in disaster risk reduction, and strong leadership skills are required. Previous UN or UNDP experience is preferred.
Emergency Management Specialist
City of Boulder
Boulder, Colorado
Salary: $39,550 to $47,450
Closing Date: December 22, 2010
This position provides support and project management services for the Boulder Office of Emergency Management. Duties include acting as logistics chief for emergency operations centers, responding to disasters in the city and county, representing the OEM at community meetings and events, coordinating public communication, and managing grants. A bachelor's degree in public administration or emergency management, the ability to communicate with the public and government officials, and experience with emergency management software such as Web EOC are required.
National Disaster Housing Task Force Supervisor, GS-15
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Washington, D.C.
Salary: $123,758 to $155,000
Closing Date: December 22, 2010
This position will lead the National Disaster Housing Task Force, providing program oversight, recommending policies and initiatives, and creating guides and plans to improve disaster housing resources and help transition disaster victims to permanent housing. Extensive management experience, knowledge of disaster housing logistics, and one year of experience at GS-14 or above are required.
Communities of Practice Facilitator
United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
New York, New York
Salary: Not Posted
Closing Date: December 31, 2010
This position will coordinate three communities of practice related to humanitarian negotiations, gender equality, and disaster risk reduction. Duties include responding to queries, facilitating discussions, maintaining and updating online resources, and developing new products such as a potential newsletter and additional communities. A master’s degree in social sciences, communication, or development planning; five years of development or humanitarian experience; and advanced skill in technologies such as wikis, blogs, and Web design are required.
Hazard Mitigation and Emergency Management Practice Leader
Michael Baker Jr.
Phoenix, Arizona (negotiable)
Salary: Not Posted
Closing Date: April 28, 2010
This position is responsible for hazard mitigation and emergency management business development, sales, and projects in the federal water services area of Michael Baker Jr. Duties include managing staff, developing strategic business plans, and providing technical assistance. Experience developing complex hazard mitigation plans; understanding of emergency management practices, including state and federal emergency management regulations; and the ability to garner contracts and maintain an extensive network of professional contacts are required. Reference IRC42959 in the keyword section when applying.