Disaster Risk Reduction Assistant

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like saving lives, governance and peace building, education, land rights and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty. We are an international confederation of 19 organizations (affiliates) working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. All our work is led by three core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness. To read more about our values please click here The Role: The purpose of this role is to perform a varied range of tasks to deliver an efficient cost-effective and quality service to the communities of Kapoeta East. Oxfam GB is looking for a DRR Assistant who will: Identify and form community-based disaster risk reduction (DRR) Committees Train DRR committees’ members and local government officials on DRR methodology and climate early warning Coordinate and lead DRR and climate risk vulnerability and capacity assessments, developing risk-informed preparedness and contingency plans with active participation from community based DRR committees and communities in identified payams and Bomas. Participate in county, Payam, and State-level awareness-raising activities related to DRR and Climate change, commemorating relevant events and promoting collaboration among stakeholders. Support the planning, execution, and monitoring of resilience projects focused on enhancing the adaptive capacity of agropastoral communities to climate shocks and conflicts. Conduct thorough assessments to identify climate-related risks, vulnerabilities, and potential conflicts affecting agropastoral livelihoods in the target areas. Facilitate community meetings and workshops to raise awareness about climate change impacts and promote community-driven solutions for resilience building. Organize and deliver training programs for community members and local partners on disaster risk reduction (DRR), sustainable agricultural practices, and conflict resolution strategies. Support the establishment of early warning systems to provide timely alerts on climate-related threats, enabling communities to take proactive measures. Collaborate with project team leader and Program managers to develop and implement County/Payam Disaster Management Plans and guidelines, enhancing the functionality of County Disaster Management Committees (CDMCs). Maintain accurate records of project activities, progress, and challenges, and prepare regular reports for project management and stakeholders. Ensure all gender equality and social inclusions issues are integrated into all project activities Ensure compliance with Oxfam organization policies, safeguarding standards, donor requirements and security procedures. What are we looking for: Diploma or bachelor’s degree in development studies, Environmental studies, Disaster preparedness or related field of studies. At least 3 to 4 years’ experience in implementing DRRCA activities with recent in South Sudan Disaster prompt areas. Experience in risk-based approaches to DRRCCA and Locally Led Anticipatory Action Programme within South Sudan. Previous working experience in DRR & CCA Risk and Vulnerability Capacity assessments and Emergency Preparedness/Contingency Planning. Knowledge of sustainable Agriculture, food security, livelihoods and resilience programming. Strong understanding of DRR, social cohesion, peacebuilding, conflict sensitivity, and community dialogues approaches Experience working with donor funded programmes and multisectoral projects in a complex humanitarian environment with an international or multinational organisation How to apply: As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.