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Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation Specialist

THE WORLD BANK
The World Bank is seeking to engage a dynamic, highly motivated and experienced Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation Specialist to be located at the National Disaster Management Office (NDMO), Solomon Islands Government (SIG). The assignment is for 1 year, with the possibility of 1 year extension.
RESPONSIBILITIES
 assist in planning and implementing Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate Change Adaptation (CCA) activities,
 support the establishment, review and operationalization of DRR governance arrangements as outlined in the National Disaster Risk Management Plan and NDMO Corporate Plan
 facilitate mainstreaming of DRR and CCA into sectoral and provincial plans and World Bank programs
 prepare lessons learned and best practice pieces on DRR and CCA
REQUIREMENTS
 Advanced degree relevant to CCA/DRR, including but not limited to earth sciences, environmental sciences, natural resource management, engineering or economics.
 A minimum of five (5) years professional experience in areas related to climate change and disaster risk management.
 Familiarity with the SIG’s operational, budgeting and other processes.
 Ability to work independently and be accountable for quality delivery.
 Ability to undertake technical review and provide technical guidance and support to counterpart agencies.
 Fluency in written and spoken English. Knowledge of other languages is an asset.
 Highly developed communication and advocacy skills, including the ability to write concisely and clearly.
 Ability to take initiative and identify opportunities for collaboration.
 Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment, with efficiency, competence and integrity.
 Knowledge of World Bank policies and practices, including institutional, operational and technical aspects related to the World Bank’s project cycle would be an advantage.
 Field experience in post-disaster recovery and reconstruction assignments would be an advantage.
Interested applicants should send a full Curriculum Vitae and application letter detailing suitability for the position to:
Recruitment
The World Bank, Solomon Islands
P.O. Box 1744, Mud Alley, Honiara
Telephone: 21444
Email: aofotalau@worldbank.org
A full position description can be obtained through the above a contact. The deadline for application is Wednesday 23rd March 2011. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.