Location: Masvingo
Job Summary
ACF is a registered charity founded in 1979, Action Contre la Faim operates in 41 countries, The international network of Action Contre la Faim is represented In Paris, London, Madrid, New York and Montreal. Teams in the field combat hunger on four fronts nutrition, food security, health, water and sanitation,
Description
ACF is seeking to fill the vacancy of Disaster Risk Reduction Supervisor for an Emergency WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene project funded by ECHO, The Supervisor will be based in Masvingo operating from Chiredzi District.
Main Duties
Responsible for collaborating/liaising with District Civil Protection Committee to mainstream disaster management issues in the Wash Program
Coordinate /conduct awareness training on disaster management and preparedness plans to the village disaster management committee, ward disaster management committee and district civil protection / disaster management committee
Identifying and mapping of all hazards in the district and conduct risk and vulnerability analysis
Conduct village awareness training in all villages located in prone areas on disaster management and Preparedness plans, in Chipinge district
Coordinate/ conduct disaster management training to partners (NGOs, C80) operating in the area
Guide the stakeholders in their endeavors' in developing Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR)
Conduct meeting /workshop in the community for Monitoring and Evaluation of the project
Requirements
Level of studies and experience:
University degree /diploma in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Environmental Health or other related field of disaster management and
At least 3 years of work experience in the sector of development with strong experience of working in the field of emergencies disaster preparedness, response and risk reduction would be considered an advantage,
Knowledge of current key developments and situation in natural disaster, response, preparedness, 'Good ability in partnering and networking,
Ability to Express, ideas and concepts clearly and concisely in written and oral form. Good Planning and Organizing ability
Flexibility and ability to work under pressure
Good communication skills,
Motorbike driving license and riding experience an advantage Knowledge of English and Shona Languages
(Good interpersonal relationships and strong personality; a team player Good knowledge of the intervention area and local customs;
Computer literacy (Microsoft word and excel, Any analysis package is a plus)
Applicants should clearly indicate the post applied for on the subject line (for email), Cover letters with up to date CVs should be forwarded to the undersigned not later than 14 December 2012 at close of business. This is an urgent post
The Human Resources Coordinator Action Contre La Faim (ACF)
Email : jobapplications [at] zw.missions-acf.org
Closing Date : not later than 14 December 2012 at close of business.
