Senior Emergency Coordinator – Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Resilience
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)
Coordinate disaster risk reduction and climate adaptation programs in emergency contexts. Apply expertise in disaster risk reduction, climate change, environmental health and safety, and food security/nutrition. Lead strategic monitoring and evaluation of program outcomes. Requires advanced degree and 8+ years experience in humanitarian settings.
### Strategic Analysis
The Senior Emergency Coordinator role at IFRC is pivotal in bridging immediate humanitarian response with long-term resilience. As climate change intensifies disasters, this position ensures that emergency interventions incorporate risk reduction and adaptation, moving beyond relief to sustainable recovery. By integrating environmental health and food security, the coordinator addresses root vulnerabilities, aligning with global frameworks like the Sendai Framework and Sustainable Development Goals. This role is critical for humanitarian systems to anticipate shocks, reduce impacts, and build community resilience in an era of climate uncertainty.