• Building capacities of National and Provincial Government DM Systems
• Supporting and strengthening the effectiveness of regional mechanisms
• Mainstreaming DRM in Development practice in RCC member countries

• The preparation and implementation of flood preparedness plans in selected provinces and districts of Cambodia and Vietnam is facilitated..
• National capacities in Cambodia and Vietnam to support preparation and implementation of preparedness plans are further developed.
• Awareness campaigns in selected provinces and districts are conducted.
• Regional knowledge sharing is facilitated.
• Preparedness for Province-to-Province transboundary emergency assistance is facilitated.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of implementing the FEMS program, including
• Overall program management systems
• Tracking system for program activities
• Program budget and work plans
• Monitoring and evaluation inputs
• Provision of professional inputs and technical guidance to the project staff and partners.
• Working closely with the MRC Secretariat in Vientiane and management team of FMMP, DMS Team at ADPC Office in Bangkok and project sites in the provinces of Cambodia and Vietnam as well as the GTZ-MRC Principal Advisor in Vientiane and the GTZ Expert in Germany .
• Periodic travel to MRC riparian countries: Cambodia , Lao PDR, Thailand , Vietnam .
• Liaising with counterpart government agencies, partner NGOs and national line agencies for collaborative activities under the project.
• Preparing project progress reports at predetermined periods and ensuring their timely submission
• Spearheading the adaptation of existing training manual, its delivery and later working with selected national agencies in Cambodia and Vietnam for gradual takeover of the training courses.
• Developing and conducting public awareness campaigns in flood risk preparedness at the provincial and district levels.
• Networking and coordinating with other components under FMMP and other on-going flood risk management programs in the region.
• Develop scope of work for and manage technical inputs by ADPC staff and short-term consultants.
• Explore opportunities for developing new flood management projects to follow up activities implemented under FEMS.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by ADPC senior management.

Requirements

• A post graduate degree in development studies, disaster management or related fields.
• 10-15 years experience in the fields of development, poverty reduction and/or disaster management in Southeast Asia. Experience in flood management, particularly in the Mekong Basin countries will an asset.
• Proven experience of at least 3 years in project planning, implementation and management in a leadership position.
• Practical experience in financial reporting, setting up and operating management information systems, and prudence in handling cash and project finances.
• Excellent English proficiency in communication, presentation skills and report writing. Fluency in either Khmer or Vietnamese would be an advantage.
• Demonstrated research and information analysis skills.
• Excellent computer skills especially in word-processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software.
• Familiarity in working with various Government agencies in Lower Mekong countries is desirable. Understanding of the DM institutions and procedures in these countries will be valued.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, team-oriented work style and interest and experience in working in a multi-cultural, international environment.
• Self-motivated, desire to undertake new challenges, creative problem solver, comfortable making decisions, serious about quality and relevance of work.
• Comfortable working on and prioritising multiple tasks.
• Willingness and availability to travel periodically under sometimes adverse conditions.