Branch Disaster Management Officer

About the Role

The Nigerian Red Cross Society is seeking a Branch Disaster Management Officer to join our team in Lagos. This is an opportunity to lead critical disaster preparedness and emergency response efforts at the branch level.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish strong collaboration and cooperation with State Government and other actors in disaster preparedness and emergency response at state and divisional levels
• Support effective stockpiling of relief materials at branch level and follow guidelines and procedures for stock replenishment in collaboration with NHQ DM department
• Develop and strengthen robust emergency and disaster response teams at branches and divisions in collaboration with Health, WASH/Shelter and other relevant departments
• Ensure DM activities are conducted in accordance with NRCS code of conduct and principles of transparency and accountability
• Establish an efficient and motivated team of volunteers with systems to ensure retention and capacity building
• Maintain accurate and regular records of all volunteers in the VDBM system
• Undertake regular assessments of emergency response and mobilize assistance from NRCS stock and external sources, including Movement partners
• Prepare quarterly and annual progress reports on achievements and challenges for stakeholder distribution

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Management, Disaster Management, Project Management, or equivalent field of study
• Minimum 3 years' experience in Disaster Management and Emergency Response

Essential Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership and accountability skills
• Sound judgment with ability to identify and analyse problems
• Strategic thinking to anticipate, interpret and develop responses to issues
• Ability to persuade, influence and negotiate effectively
• Capacity to manage and sustain effective strategic relationships internally and externally