Disaster & Relief Coordinator
2025-09-29T06:09:53+00:00
Share Vision Network
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Nonprofit, and NGO
Admin & Office
2025-10-05T17:00:00+00:00
Zambia
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The Disaster & Relief Coordinator will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing Share Vision Network’s disaster preparedness, emergency response, and relief interventions. This role ensures timely, efficient, and effective delivery of humanitarian aid and disaster recovery efforts. The Coordinator will collaborate with government agencies, international partners, and local communities to strengthen resilience and minimize the impact of disasters.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement disaster preparedness, response, and recovery strategies aligned with SVN’s mission.
- Coordinate and manage emergency relief operations, including needs assessments, logistics, and distribution of aid.
- Collaborate with local authorities, humanitarian agencies, and community organizations to ensure effective response coordination.
- Establish and maintain emergency response systems, including rapid response teams and volunteer networks.
- Train staff and community members on disaster risk reduction, first aid, and emergency protocols.
- Monitor disaster-affected areas, conduct rapid assessments, and prepare situation reports for management and partners.
- Manage relief supply chains, including procurement, storage, and distribution of food, water, shelter materials, and medical supplies.
- Document and evaluate relief interventions to improve future preparedness and response.
- Ensure compliance with humanitarian standards, donor requirements, and national disaster management frameworks.
- Advocate for community resilience and disaster risk reduction in line with national and international best practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Disaster Management, Humanitarian Studies, Public Health, Development Studies, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- At least 3–5 years’ experience in disaster response, humanitarian relief, or emergency program management.
- Strong understanding of disaster risk reduction (DRR) frameworks, humanitarian principles, and emergency logistics.
- Proven ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders including government, NGOs, and international agencies.
- Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
- Experience managing volunteers and community-based disaster initiatives.
- Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced and challenging environments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and emergency management tools.
Core Competencies
- Strong crisis management and decision-making skills.
- Cultural sensitivity and adaptability in diverse environments.
- High integrity, accountability, and commitment to humanitarian values.
- Capacity to work both independently and as part of a team.
Develop and implement disaster preparedness, response, and recovery strategies aligned with SVN’s mission. Coordinate and manage emergency relief operations, including needs assessments, logistics, and distribution of aid. Collaborate with local authorities, humanitarian agencies, and community organizations to ensure effective response coordination. Establish and maintain emergency response systems, including rapid response teams and volunteer networks. Train staff and community members on disaster risk reduction, first aid, and emergency protocols. Monitor disaster-affected areas, conduct rapid assessments, and prepare situation reports for management and partners. Manage relief supply chains, including procurement, storage, and distribution of food, water, shelter materials, and medical supplies. Document and evaluate relief interventions to improve future preparedness and response. Ensure compliance with humanitarian standards, donor requirements, and national disaster management frameworks. Advocate for community resilience and disaster risk reduction in line with national and international best practices.
Bachelor’s degree in Disaster Management, Humanitarian Studies, Public Health, Development Studies, or a related field (Master’s preferred). At least 3–5 years’ experience in disaster response, humanitarian relief, or emergency program management. Strong understanding of disaster risk reduction (DRR) frameworks, humanitarian principles, and emergency logistics. Proven ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders including government, NGOs, and international agencies. Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills. Experience managing volunteers and community-based disaster initiatives. Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced and challenging environments. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and emergency management tools.
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Vacancy title:
Disaster & Relief Coordinator
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Admin & Office]
Jobs at:
Share Vision Network
Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, October 5 2025
Duty Station:
Kafue | Kafue | Zambia
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, September 29 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
The Disaster & Relief Coordinator will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing Share Vision Network’s disaster preparedness, emergency response, and relief interventions. This role ensures timely, efficient, and effective delivery of humanitarian aid and disaster recovery efforts. The Coordinator will collaborate with government agencies, international partners, and local communities to strengthen resilience and minimize the impact of disasters.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement disaster preparedness, response, and recovery strategies aligned with SVN’s mission.
- Coordinate and manage emergency relief operations, including needs assessments, logistics, and distribution of aid.
- Collaborate with local authorities, humanitarian agencies, and community organizations to ensure effective response coordination.
- Establish and maintain emergency response systems, including rapid response teams and volunteer networks.
- Train staff and community members on disaster risk reduction, first aid, and emergency protocols.
- Monitor disaster-affected areas, conduct rapid assessments, and prepare situation reports for management and partners.
- Manage relief supply chains, including procurement, storage, and distribution of food, water, shelter materials, and medical supplies.
- Document and evaluate relief interventions to improve future preparedness and response.
- Ensure compliance with humanitarian standards, donor requirements, and national disaster management frameworks.
- Advocate for community resilience and disaster risk reduction in line with national and international best practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Disaster Management, Humanitarian Studies, Public Health, Development Studies, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- At least 3–5 years’ experience in disaster response, humanitarian relief, or emergency program management.
- Strong understanding of disaster risk reduction (DRR) frameworks, humanitarian principles, and emergency logistics.
- Proven ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders including government, NGOs, and international agencies.
- Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
- Experience managing volunteers and community-based disaster initiatives.
- Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced and challenging environments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and emergency management tools.
Core Competencies
- Strong crisis management and decision-making skills.
- Cultural sensitivity and adaptability in diverse environments.
- High integrity, accountability, and commitment to humanitarian values.
- Capacity to work both independently and as part of a team.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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