Technical Training Coordinator

RedR is an international charity that improves the effectiveness of disaster relief, helping save and rebuild the lives of people affected by disaster worldwide. We do this by delivering essential training and support to relief organisations and their staff, and by supplying skilled professionals to humanitarian programmes.

RedR run training programmes in the UK and worldwide through our bespoke service. In response to recent humanitarian catastrophes, we also currently have training and local capacity building programmes in North and South Sudan and Pakistan with the expectation of further international offices to open in coming years.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Technical Training Coordinator to oversee RedR’s Technical Training portfolio (including WASH, Shelter, Camp Management and Logistics) assuming full responsibility for the planning, budgeting and training course delivery. The role will involve recruiting and contracting associate trainers, taking the lead on funding proposals and contributing to the strategic plan for technical training activities. You will also be required to facilitiate training events as appropriate and will lead on the representation of RedR to Cluster member organisations, UN bodies and the humanitarian aid community, participating actively in meetings and communicating/promoting RedR’s training activities. A full job description is available on the RedR website.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Minimum 3 years’ experience of technical projects in relief or rehabilitation overseas This should include demonstrable expertise in one area (WASH, Shelter, Logistics) and a good understanding across all technical areas of humanitarian aid.

Demonstrable experience and understanding of training delivery and methodology.

Project management experience.

Excellent networking skills.

Understanding of humanitarian issues and context.

Proven record of excellent people skills, including good communication skills.

Diplomacy, tenacity, good negotiation skills and ability to prioritise tasks.

Good written and spoken English.

Ability to travel overseas, often to insecure locations.

Commitment to the mission and vision of RedR UK.

Fluency in another language is highly desirable.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Location: 250a Kennington Lane, London SE11 5RD Contract: Full time, permanent Salary: £26,307- £28,937 p/a gross plus benefits Plus 2,100 Market Supplement Closing date for applications: 27th November 2011 Start date: ASAP

How to apply:

To apply, please visit: http://www.redr.org.uk/en/About_us/Jobs/current_staff_vacancies.cfm for a full Job Description and Application Form.