Senior Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Resilience Advisor
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
The Senior Advisor will lead strategic initiatives to integrate disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate adaptation into national development plans. Responsibilities include advising governments on policy framework development, coordinating multi-stakeholder consultations, facilitating capacity-building workshops on DRR and climate resilience, and overseeing the implementation of resilience-building projects. The role requires a postgraduate diploma in Disaster Risk Reduction, Climate Change, or related field, with at least 10 years of experience in DRR/climate policy, excellent stakeholder engagement skills, and a strong understanding of the Sendai Framework and Paris Agreement.
### Strategic Analysis
The Senior Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Resilience Advisor role is a critical linchpin in the global humanitarian and development architecture. As climate change intensifies the frequency and severity of disasters, the integration of DRR and climate adaptation into national development plans is no longer optional—it is a prerequisite for sustainable progress. This role directly supports the implementation of international frameworks like the Sendai Framework and the Paris Agreement, ensuring that countries not only recover from shocks but also build forward better.
By advising governments on policy and coordinating multi-stakeholder consultations, the advisor bridges the gap between global commitments and local action. This position is pivotal in shifting from reactive humanitarian response to proactive resilience-building, reducing the long-term costs of disasters and safeguarding development gains. In a world where climate risks are systemic and cross-border, this role embodies the shift towards a more anticipatory, integrated approach to humanitarian action and sustainable development.