Job Summary 

Under the general direction and supervision of the Head, Program Management and Resource mobilization DRM expert execute the program Management activities of the zonal branch; Execute program Management activities of the zonal branch; Establish and deploy strong and functional emergency BDRT & rescue teams; Identifies disintegrated families, reunifies keeps a record and designs ways for restoring family links. And report tracing developments to the zonal branch; Coordinates response of disasters through available resources at the zonal level; Deploys and operates ambulances based on existing system; provides first aid training; Undertake Vulnerability Capacity assessment and Rapid need assessment and disseminates the results to all relevant stakeholders; Implements zonal disaster preparedness and food security programs; Periodically report to senior DRM on progress and implementation of disaster preparedness & food security programs; Takes part in the formulation, fund soliciting and implementation activities of locally funded projects on mandate areas in consultation with concerned bodies; Facilitate and assist on any capacity building programs carried out by Headquarter and ensure its sustainability;

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

1. Execute DRM activities of the zonal branch; 

2. Establish and deploy strong and functional emergency BDRT & rescue teams;   

 3. Identifies disintegrated families, reunifies keeps records, and designs ways for restoring family links. And report tracing developments to the regional branch;

4. Coordinates response of disasters through available resources to the zonal level;

5. Deploys and operates ambulances based on existing system; provides first aid training; 

 6. Takes part in project proposals preparation to address the needs of the vulnerable including rehabilitation and development needs;                     

7. Takes part in Vulnerability Capacity assessment and Rapid need assessment and disseminates the results to all relevant stakeholders;

8. Participate in assessment activities on zonal disaster hazards in collaboration with relevant authorities;                        

9. Monitors ambulance services in Woreda branches;

10. Identify possible zonal hazards and design mechanisms to address them;                      

11. in collaboration with the senior DRM officer Plans, designs, and implements strategies to address zonal disasters;                     

12. Identifies and proposes partnership and cooperation with local NGOs and business institutions having zonal coverage;                     

13. Implements zonal disaster preparedness and food security programs;     

14. Periodically report to senior DRM on progress and implementation of disaster preparedness & food security programs;        

15. Takes part in the formulation, fund soliciting, and implementation activities of locally funded projects on mandate areas in consultation with concerned bodies;

16. Facilitate and assist in any capacity building programs carried out by ensuring their sustainability;

17. Follows and complies with the technical/expert direction of the senior DRM officer

18. Reports periodically his/her performance to the Senior Disaster risk management officer; &

19. Performs other related duties as may be assigned by the head, Program management, and resource mobilization 

Salary: 16,814.00

Terms of Employment :  Permanent

Work Unit:   Office of Zonal Coordinate Office

Reports to:    Head, Program Management and Resource mobilization section 

Employment Type : Full Time

Number of people Required   1 

Job Requirements

Qualification

Educational Requirement

• Second/First Degree in Program Development, Development Studies, Disaster Risk Management, Management, Business Management, Social Work/ Social Anthropology, Public Health

Work Experience

• 4/6 years of relevant experience 

How To Apply

We invite candidates meeting the required qualification to fill out online employment application form with the indicated link https://ee.ifrc.org/x/yKeJce3f

before the closing date of this announcement on  25 March 2026.

Job Requirements Candidates must hold a second or first degree in Program Development, Disaster Risk Management, Business Management, Social Work, Public Health, or related fields and possess 4 to 6 years of relevant experience. The role focuses on planning, coordinating, and implementing disaster response and preparedness activities at the zonal level, including emergency team deployment, ambulance operations, family tracing, capacity assessments, and partnership development with local NGOs. How to Apply Apply online by completing the employment application form at the provided link before March 25, 2026.