Senior Project Coordinator

Senior Project Coordinator –

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(Kathmandu Based)

Summary of Job Purpose: Strengthening Anticipatory Action in Nepal (SAAN) is a 2-year project supporting communities most impacted by frequent flood disasters in Sudurpaschim and Madhesh Provinces by transforming disaster response systems to shift from a traditional reactive approach to a proactive disaster response (known as Anticipatory Action - AA The Senior Project Coordinator will work with the Technical Lead and implementation of the SAAN program, coordinating with other similar programs in Mercy Corps Nepal portfolio. He/She will ensure smooth implementation of program activities in the field/community and will be responsible for generating high quality outputs and results; with strong coordination team, stakeholder management, communication, including high level representation skills. He/She should demonstrate a sound understanding of disaster risk reduction, Anticipatory Action, Response, climate change adaptation and market-driven programming.

Educational qualifications and experience: Bachelor’s Degree in disaster risk management/Climate change, social sciences, international development or other relevant fields with 5-7 years of experience. Supports the development of program or function strategy development and leading the implementation of DRR work with a vision of longer-term, multi-sector integrated projects, with a strong understanding of resilience approaches as well. Familiarity with National DRM/CCA policies, strategies and working with Provincial and municipal government structures for DRR, EWS and climate and weather information and integration of DRR into formal planning processes and budgeting procedures. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to develop good relationships with government stakeholders.

For detailed Job description and to apply visit Mercy Corps Nepal Vacancies by COB September 25, 2024.