Mozambique: Expert Delegate Disaster Risk Reduction, Mozambique (m/f)

The disaster preparedness program in Mozambique is funded by the Government of Flanders (GoF). The overall objective of the program is to strengthen the capacities to cope with and respond to natural hazards, both on an institutional level (local authorities as well as Red Cross response structures) and on a community level, with special attention to setting up early warning systems

Job Description

• The expert delegate is the overall project manager end-responsible for the Flanders-funded Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) project, and works in close collaboration with the Belgian Red Cross-Flanders Country Representative.
• The expert delegate provides technical and managerial assistance to its implementing partner, the Mozambique Red Cross Society (CVM) to ensure the successful, qualitative and timely implementation of the GoF-funded DRR project.
• As an expert delegate, you are the point of contact for managerial and technical input on disaster preparedness (DP) & DRR for the various parties involved in the program, and you coordinate the delivery of technical input from the different partners, according to the assigned areas of expertise and agreements.
• You ensure qualitative planning, monitoring and reporting throughout the project implementation phase, in line with GoF, BRC-FL and CVM guidelines and procedures, and as per the MoU’s and grant agreement. You assure adherence to these guidelines through guidance, overview, coaching and capacity building of CVM national staff involved in the project. You facilitate joint progress reviews based on monthly financial, activity and time reporting, and quarterly narrative (indicator-based) reporting, and adapt planning and budget forecasts accordingly.
• You are also responsible for facilitating the knowledge transfer on DP and DRR towards and between the Red Cross partners and other organizations by assisting them, among others, in the documentation of lessons learned and good practices, organizing exchange activities and workshops, or developing and delivering relevant training.
• You will report directly to the Head of Humanitarian Aid of BRC-FL, providing accurate and timely information regarding progress against targets and financial status.

Qualifications

• You possess a Master’s degree or have similar qualifications based on experience.
• You have at least 5 years of professional experience, of which the implementation of DRR/DP programs has been an essential part.
• Your extensive knowledge on DP/DRR and humanitarian aid in general make you an expert in this field.
• Experience in international project management is considered an added value.
• You possess a thorough knowledge of the most common software tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, ...).
• You have an excellent knowledge of Portuguese or Spanish, and English, both spoken and written.
• Experience with ECHO-funded programs and with their requirements regarding financial and narrative management and reporting is an asset.
• You have knowledge of evidence-based methodology or are motivated to enhance your knowledge in this field;
• You are a results-oriented problem solver with a strong team spirit and sense of initiative;
• You have strong communication and negotiation skills combined with the necessary diplomatic skills;
• You have a valid international driving license;

Further information

• You are part of an internationally recognized humanitarian organization, which can make a difference;
• An exciting and relevant challenge;
• A fixed-term contract of 12 months
• Beginning of contract: between 01/01/2018 and 31/12/2018;
• Compensation based on BRC-FL salary scales and seniority, including overseas social security and comprehensive insurance;
• Single posting (can be accompanied by family members).

Location

Mozambique Red Cross office in Maputo with frequent travels to Tete and Manica provinces

Interested?

Apply online. Mark that screenings can be organised earlier than December 31st 2017.

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