Senior Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Resilience Advisor

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

The Senior DRR and Climate Resilience Advisor will provide strategic guidance on disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, and emergency response. The role requires a Diploma in Disaster Risk Reduction in Emergencies and a Diploma in Climate Change. Experience in environmental health and safety management, food security, and monitoring and evaluation is essential. The advisor will lead multi-country programmes and coordinate with national societies to strengthen resilience.

### Strategic Analysis The Senior DRR and Climate Resilience Advisor role at IFRC is pivotal in addressing the escalating global challenges of climate-induced disasters. As extreme weather events become more frequent and severe, this position bridges the gap between emergency response and long-term resilience building. The advisor's focus on multi-country programmes and coordination with national societies ensures that local capacities are strengthened, aligning with the global humanitarian goal of reducing vulnerability. By integrating climate adaptation into disaster risk reduction, this role supports the shift from reactive to proactive humanitarian action, fostering sustainable development and community resilience in the face of climate change.