Regional Disaster Risk Reduction & Emergency Preparedness Specialist

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)

Based in Nairobi, this role coordinates disaster risk reduction and emergency preparedness programs across East Africa. Responsibilities include designing early warning systems, leading contingency planning, conducting risk assessments for floods/droughts, training National Society volunteers, and managing DRR grants. Requirements: Master's in Disaster Management, Climate Change, or Public Health; 7+ years humanitarian emergency experience; knowledge of Sendai Framework and Sphere Standards; strong donor reporting skills (ECHO, USAID, DFID).

### Strategic Analysis This role is pivotal in East Africa, a region plagued by recurrent floods and droughts exacerbated by climate change. As the IFRC's Regional DRR & Emergency Preparedness Specialist, the position bridges critical gaps between early warning, contingency planning, and community resilience. By designing early warning systems and conducting risk assessments, the specialist directly contributes to the Sendai Framework's goal of reducing disaster mortality and economic losses. Training National Society volunteers ensures local capacity, while managing DRR grants from major donors like ECHO and USAID strengthens accountability. In a global humanitarian landscape where climate-induced disasters are increasing, this role operationalizes preparedness, saving lives and livelihoods. It aligns with IFRC's strategic aim to enable communities to anticipate and absorb shocks, making it essential for sustainable development and humanitarian effectiveness in the Horn of Africa and beyond.