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Senior Humanitarian Advisor- USAID DRM Activity
RTI International
Social Science
Social Science and Community
Addis Ababa
10 years - 12 years
1 Position
2024-08-30
to
2024-09-16
Public Administration
Earth sciences
Disaster Risk Management and Sustainable Development
Political science
Social Science
Engineering Science
Economics
Full Time
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Job Description
RTI International is seeking a Senior Humanitarian Advisor for the Ethiopia DRM Activity. The Senior Humanitarian Advisor will be responsible for collecting, collating, analyzing and presenting high-quality reports on the progression and coordination of a joint response to all humanitarian crises in Ethiopia.
This position will be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and will report to the Chief of Party.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic advice towards adapting activity priorities to develop and maintain relationships with senior government officials, UN agencies, I/NGOs, private sector to influence the strategic direction of the humanitarian programming in Ethiopia.
Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of ongoing or emerging humanitarian, organizational, political and stakeholder interests in Ethiopia.
Monitor disaster risks, prepare regular strategic and analytical reports on current or anticipated emergencies, and recommend possible humanitarian needs and requirements, target locations, and capacities for an effective international coordinated response.
Lead efforts to identify and assess capacities for humanitarian assistance coordination as well as the development of comprehensive national or regional preparedness and response plans for Ethiopia.
Closely collaborate with USAID and other donor-funded emergency response interventions to avoid duplication and explore opportunities for synergies and transition efforts.
Disseminate disaster risk profiling and planning models, tools, and templates to support the automation of the humanitarian process across the country.
Maintain regular coordination with humanitarian partners and forums for joint after-action reviews and follow up on any recommendations on Activity adaptation.
Propose priorities and partnerships for application with clear strategies for future effective responses from lessons learned, and opportunities within and relevant to Ethiopia.
Participate in investigative missions and bilateral consultations to gather information from government authorities, private individuals and entities, civil society, the private sector and communities, on effective utilization of humanitarian assistance by activity or response to allegations and findings when conducting investigations.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's Degree and 12 years of experience, Master's degree and 10 years of experience in humanitarian studies, disaster risk management, political science, social science, public administration, international studies, economics, engineering, earth sciences or a related field is required.
At least 10 years of previous high level humanitarian programming experience, cluster coordination and knowledge working with International Organizations or UN in Ethiopia is desired.
Excellent management, strong oral communication and drafting skills, adaptability, organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a complex and changing environment.
How to Apply
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Fields Of Study
Public Administration
Earth sciences
Disaster Risk Management and Sustainable Development
Political science
Social Science
Engineering Science
Economics
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