Minimum qualifications and experience:

Essential

• Either a master’s degree related to disaster risk management, climate resilience, climate or disaster policy and governance, economics, or other relevant areas, with a minimum of five years of experience in DRR efforts, preferably in a mountainous context, working either within research or programme delivery. Alternatively, a PhD degree in any subject relating to disaster risk management, climate resilience, climate or disaster policy, governance or economics, or other relevant areas with at least three years of relevant work experience.
• Strong project design and management experience within the field of DRR, including a track record of effective management of people and budgets to deliver impactful results. 
• Excellent understanding of different risk assessment methodologies, tools, and techniques, as well as of approaches to risk reduction and preparedness in policy, governance, finance, or technology. 
• Experience of policy, policy advocacy, and/or supporting decision-making processes relating to DRR. 
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical information to a range of stakeholders and engage with policy and decision makers at all levels. 
• A proven track record of working in an international and multi-cultural environment and collaborating with international organisations, government agencies, research organisation, and communities. 
• Experience in managing, supervising, and/or mentoring staff. 
• Knowledge of gender, social inclusion, climate change, and biodiversity issues as related to DRR.

 Desirable

• Strong orientation in interdisciplinary approaches. 
• Experience in the HKH region or another mountainous region.

Reporting and supervision:

The DRR Specialist will report to the Action Area A Coordinator. The specialist will also work in close collaboration with other staff in Action Area A, and the other five other action areas, where relevant. 

Location:

You will be working in a cross-cultural, impact-oriented environment at ICIMOD’s head office in Lalitpur, Kathmandu, Nepal. Occasional travel will be required to countries in the HKH region. Kathmandu is a lively and exciting place to live. People are friendly, living costs are comparatively inexpensive, and food is delicious (with a range of local and international cuisines), with good local and international schools and a low crime rate. Nepal offers amazing trekking, white water rafting, and safaris, combined with a rich culture and charming yet lively nightlife. 

Duration:

Two years, with a probation period of six months, with the possibility of extension subject to performance and ICIMOD’s future funding levels.

Remuneration and benefits:

This is an international position at ICIMOD. Remuneration is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Salaries and benefits at ICIMOD are competitive compared with other international organisations. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a provident fund, health insurance, severance pay, children’s education grant, and paid leave (30 holidays and 10 public holidays per year). For expatriates, there is a tax exemption in Nepal; they are responsible for their home country’s tax payments. Expatriate staff are entitled to housing allowance, annual home leave ticket, shipment of personal effects, and an installation and removal allowance.

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