Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Expert

Job Description

Title: Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Expert

Company Name: RTM International

Vacancy: 1

Age: Na

Job Location: Cox`s Bazar (Ukhia)

Salary: --

Experience:

• 4 to 5 years

• A master’s degree in Disaster Management, Environmental Science, Geography, Public Health or a related field.

• 4 to 5 years

• Must have strong knowledge of the Rohingya context in Cox’s Bazar and Bhasan Char

• Specialized training in disaster preparedness, emergency response, or gender-sensitive programming is an asset.

• At least 4-5 years of experience in disaster risk reduction and management, preferably in humanitarian settings.

• Proven expertise in implementing gender-responsive DRR strategies, particularly in the Rohingya refugee context.

• Strong understanding of the socio-cultural dynamics of Cox’s Bazar and Bhasan Char.

• Demonstrated experience in capacity-building initiatives and working with community-based organizations.

• Strong knowledge of international DRR frameworks and tools.

• Excellent project management and coordination skills with the ability to handle complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives.

• Exceptional communication and facilitation skills in English and Bengali (knowledge of local dialects is advantageous).

• Ability to produce high-quality reports and presentations tailored to diverse audiences.

• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to navigate complex humanitarian and development contexts

TITLE OF THE PROJECT: To enhance advocacy and leadership capacities to promote gender, women’s empowerment, GBV and social cohesion for Rohingya women and women-led organizations.

Place of Posting : Court Bazar, Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar

Working area : Cox’s Bazar and Bhasan Char

Work engagement : Full time position (Contractual)

Report to : Team Leader

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In collaboration and under the direction of Team Leader, the DRR Expert will perform:

• Provide support in translation of training module to Bengali and Burmese language

• Conduct training-of-trainers (ToT) workshops for Women-Led Organizations (WLOs) and Women’s Rights Organizations (WROs) on disaster risk preparedness (DRR) in Cox’s Bazar and Bhsan Char tailored to local contexts.

• Coordinate the conduction of the assessment to identify the necessary emergency relief items for the Rohingya and host community volunteers.

• Supervise the training of female volunteers in Cox’s Bazar and Bhasan Char on disaster and emergency preparedness facilitated by of RTMI trainers and/or WLOs and WROs

• Provide two half-day trainings with CiCs and conduct two events which include the Refugee Relief and Repatriation Commissioner (RRRC) and the Department of Women Affairs (DWA).

• Develop training and capacity development plan 2024-2026 for Gender Volunteers

• Coordinate with the Refugee Relief and Repatriation Commissioner (RRRC), Department of Women Affairs (DWA), and Camp-in-Charge (CiC) officials to implement disaster preparedness activities.

• Facilitate partnerships between humanitarian actors, community leaders, and government stakeholders to strengthen DRR interventions.

• Supervise the implementation of DRR initiatives, ensuring activities are completed on schedule and aligned with project objectives.

• Prepare detailed reports on DRR activities, documenting lessons learned and share best practices across project teams and UN Women, challenges faced, and success stories.

• Maintain clear and comprehensive records.

• Work in close coordination with the Team Leader and other project staff

• Any other task, assign by the management.

• As per organization policy