Détails de l'annonce
Organisation : OXFAM SOLIDARITE
Site web : http://www.oxfamsol.be
Adresse email : pde@oxfamsol.be
Lieu de l'emploi : Siège d'Oxfam-Solidarité à Bruxelles (rue des Quatre-Vents, 60 à 108 Molenbeek) /
Type d'emploi : Contrat à durée déterminée
Type de contrat : Temps plein
Fonction : Expertise/recherche
Date de publication : 04/01/2016
Date limite : 30/01/2016
Profil
A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field Knowledge of and experience in managing DRR projects and a good understanding of the challenges facing field managers In-depth understanding of the global discussion on Disaster Risk Reduction (Hyogo Framework, Post Hyogo Framework, Global Platform on DRR) Representational, diplomatic and advocacy skills to enable the post holder to operate effectively within Oxfam and in external networks Proven influencing and negotiating skills with internal and external audiences in complex and stressful circumstances Ability to effectively advise and support field staff using methods such as mentoring, coaching, shadowing, demonstration, accompaniment, training, written advice, verbal advice, research and development An understanding of and active commitment to promoting gender and diversity issues in all aspects of Oxfam work Well-developed strategic, planning and analytical skills Good communication and interpersonal skills, together with the capacity to remain calm under pressure and not lose sight of strategic priorities. Willingness to travel for up to 12 weeks per year, to regional centres and country programmes Sensitivity to cultural differences, and the ability to work in a wide variety of cultural contexts Competence in written and spoken English Desirable An understanding of humanitarian principles, relevant guidelines, standards and policy issues Ability to identify and implement opportunities for innovation Experience of contributing to, or leading on, strategic development within the humanitarian programme Experience of development work (field) – at least two years Working knowledge of at least one other Oxfam language (French, Spanish, Arabic or Portuguese) INTERESTED CANDIDATES should send their CV and a letter of motivation, all in English, before January 31st, 2016 to the following email address : jobs@oxfamsol.be. Please specify in the reference: “DRR Advisor".
Description
The DRR Advisor will work at Oxfam-Solidarity headquarter in Brussels but will belong to the worldwide DRR team of Oxfam Global Humanitarian Team. The proposed contract is a full time work contract of 38 hours/a week. It concerns a maternity leave replacement and will therefore only last for 8 months. Job Purpose - Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities To support countries prior to and after responses, lead on innovative thinking, research and quality assurance in Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR). The DRR Advisor holds a key position leading on strategy development, program implementation, quality assurance, capacity building, global representation and influencing, research and innovation, knowledge management, and more. The DRR Advisor will work closely with DRR staff in countries and regions, other teams in the Single Humanitarian Unit (SHU) i.e. EFSVL, PHP/PHE, gender and protection, MEAL, capacity building, resilience and long-term economic development teams, policy/advocacy teams, and other key staff/teams in Oxfam in order to fulfil the responsibilities of this position. Responsibilities: Programmatic Support for Countries, Regions and Affiliates (40% of time) Build long term strategic relationship with key countries Be part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting key countries that are prone to shocks such as floods, earthquakes, hurricanes and other disasters Feed in to key country programme strategy, ensuring it includes an adequate analysis of shocks, stresses and vulnerabilities Provide technical support to key countries Actively build relationships with staff in key countries and contribute to the development of key country capacity building strategy, identifying individual training needs in DRR and resilience Explore with key countries, the opportunities of working across sectors, in particular WASH and EFSVL, to ensure that programme work is risk informed and include adequate measures to ensure it does not aggravate risks or undermine capacities Provide key country support country based and/or distance (as appropriate) in DRR preparedness, program design, monitoring and evaluation Affiliate Headquarters and Regional Support Convey advancements of Oxfam International's DRR to all colleagues at headquarters Organize training and presentations on DRR for colleagues at headquarters Contribute to development and Leadership of Oxfam technical strategic areas (e.g. DRR linked to EFSVL and WASH, Urban DRR and resilience, local capacity building) work (40% of time) Promote Oxfam strategy on DRR and resilience and represent Oxfam externally Guide the development of Oxfam DRR initiatives, programs, and approaches in order to deliver Oxfam’s humanitarian strategy and global DRR strategy Develop relevant technical/ thematic strategies and work plans to be embedded in global, regional and national DRR work plans and which clearly outlines links with WASH, EFSVL and longer term development work Represent Oxfam in technical discussions / debates at external policy forums and events to position Oxfam as a leader (i.e. VOICE DRR Working Group, The Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (GPDRR), GCDRR, IDRC, EU consultations, etc) and influencing in the sector Organize and attend donor meetings to raise awareness on the technical area Technical development Update existing analysis tools/guidance to ensure that results of analyses are able to inform the design of emergency responses; Coordinate with development and advocacy teams at global level and in regions to identify synergies and ways of working. Coordination and sharing of best practice Support efforts to establish alliances and partnerships in thematic areas including managing a database of key stakeholders and assessments and sources of information Share best practice and lessons learnt on the thematic area in global platforms and in regional and country platforms (where possible and necessary) and development, refinement and dissemination of learning material, internally and externally Develop and disseminate tools, guidelines using CAMSA for DRR in coordination with technical teams Commission and coordinate internal and external evaluation exercises and coordinate learning events, and promotion of good practice Participate in internal coordination humanitarian processes Participate in the Resilience KH, making link with DRR, and sharing best practices Fundraising Support (10% of time) Identify funding opportunities, specifically for global DRR programs Work closely with the funding team to develop global funding proposals Inform countries and regions on DRR funding opportunities and give, if needed, technical support to national and regional DRR proposals.