Sunday 29 September 2013

Project Coordinator – DRR (01 Position) for Karachi & Qambe

Takhleeq Foundation seeks the qualified & experienced individuals with minimum qualification for the position along with illustrative responsibilities and required experience.
 
Position:                Project Coordinator – DRR (01 Position)
Location:               Karachi & Qamber Shahdadkot  
 
Job Description
·         Co-ordinate for effective implementation of the CBDRR activities & Conduct activities of community based DRR so that Communities have increased capacity to prevent, prepare for and mitigate disaster risk through locally appropriate DRR strategies.  It will also contribute to strengthening synergies between community based DRR.
·         Develop progress reports periodically in order to ensure the provision of accurate and updated information;
·         Assist mobilization Team and communities in identifying CB-DRR activities e.g. Early Warning, Hazard Mapping, for community members, and also engage children and youth in suitable engagement/participation sessions through meetings and sessions;
·         Facilitate the process of community mobilization and formation of Village Disaster Management Committee & provide technical support to the Village Disaster Management Committees in conducting Hazard, Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment and also develop report;
·         Work with Village Disaster Management Committees to come up with Community Based Disaster Management (CBDM) Plans, conduct TNA & preparation of Capacity Building Plan for the targeted communities, Government Officials, Education department and the civil society networks
·         Roll out capacity building plan by designing and conducting training workshops as per project timelines and requirements for Village Committees covering Hazard, Vulnerability, CCDRR, Risk and Resource Mapping and DRR planning - safety measures.
·         Take Lead and Support in Developing /Adapting modules for Master Trainers, Teachers Trainings, community Trainings as per capacity building component of the project & develop training reports.
·         Map out IEC materials available in the region to be replicated, adapted and utilized in various awareness raising activities in the project
·         Ensure that CB-DRR is implemented effectively in a good quality standards and ensuring consistency of the work in accordance to the programme goal and objectives;

·         Facilitate and organize field visits of various stakeholders at field sides for effective implementation and support to ensure sustainability;
·         Develop, maintain and improve work coordination and linkages with local key partners (community,  NGO, international bodies and DDM Authorities), to ensure the successful implementation of the project activities;
·         Compile case studies in coordination with field Team
·         Provide regular  and follow up support  to communities  organizations on CB-DRR activities;

·         Undertakes any other tasks assigned by supervisor.
 
Requirements
·         Master Degree in Development studies, disaster management or equivalent experience in social work and or other relevant discipline
·         Work Experience 4-5 Yr having considerable command over PRA tools and techniques
·         Experience of implementing best practices
·         Strong interpersonal & team building skills and  excellence as a team player
·         Must have good communication skills, presentation skills
 
Takhleeq Foundation believes in equal opportunities for all. Women professionals are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates may send their CVs to HR department through email on takhleeqfoundationhr@hotmail.comlatest by 6th October 2013.
N.B      Due to urgency, this position may be filled before the due date.