Organization: Qatar Red Crescent Society
Country: Qatar
Closing date: 06 Apr 2016
Job Purpose:
As a member of the Relief Section under the Relief and International Development Department, the Disaster Preparedness Coordinator is required to involve actively in executing QRCS strategies, programs, work procedures, process and detailed activities pertaining to Disasters Preparedness.
Duties:
Plan, develop, coordinate, implement and monitor programs and policies related to Disaster preparedness.
Plan, develop, coordinate, implement, participate and evaluate disaster Training and awareness Programs.
Assist with management of finances associated with disasters emergency preparedness.
Serve as a community liaison to ensure the Local community is well integrated into the community Disaster preparedness planning.
Determine what areas of strength and weakness exist within the community as it relates to the potential disaster.
Work to develop guidelines and protocols that community will follow in the event of a disaster.
Order any needed supplies or equipment, within budget, that may be needed in times of Disasters and emergency.
Create prevention plans that will reduce the chances of serious issues from occurring.
Suggest plans and executes annual training programs in the pertaining to Disaster Management.
Functional Competencies:
Possesses specialist knowledge in the area of Disaster and Emergency Management.
Sound analytical skills;
Proven facilitation, training, networking, coordination, team-building, consensus-building and organizational skills;
Fluency in both Arabic and English Languages.
Ability to contribute to strategic planning, results-based management and reporting;
Qualification & Experiences:
Relevant University Degree
Minimum 6 years experience with an NGO with least 4 years of progressively responsible experience in Disaster Management.
Excellent knowledge and understanding of the leading practices and methodologies related to Preparedness to Disasters.
Very good understanding of concepts and technics of project management.
How to apply:
job@qrcs.org.qa