Call for Application - Project Associate (CBDRM)

Pakistan

Call for Application - Project Associate (CBDRM)

Organization

• International Organization for Migration
  
  

Posted 17 Sep 2025 Closing date 29 Sep 2025

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Project Associate (CBDRM), the Project Associate (CBDRM) will be responsible and accountable for supporting the coordination and implementation of Community-Based Disaster Risk Management (CBDRM) activities implemented by IOM in the Khairpur district under the BRAVE project. The incumbent will supervise field operations, directly conduct trainings, and liaise with local authorities and communities to strengthen the Disaster Risk Management capacities of vulnerable target communities

Responsibilities And Accountabilities

• Supervise and monitor field operations in the Khairpur district to ensure the effective implementation of CBDRM activities in line with the project's Detailed Implementation Plan.
• Conduct CBDRM trainings and capacity-building sessions at all levels, including for community members, Community Disaster Management Committees (CDMCs), and government staff at the Union Council, Taluka, and District levels.
• Facilitate community-level participatory risk assessments and support the development of inclusive Community-Based Disaster Risk Management (CBDRM) plans.
• Organize and conduct simulation drills to test and improve community preparedness and response plans; support the implementation of anticipatory actions based on early warnings.
• Provide support to the distribution of Early Warning System (EWS) kits, including related training on use and maintenance for community operators.
• Liaise with local government authorities, community leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure collaborative disaster management efforts and the integration of CBDRM plans with local government plans.
• Provide direct supervision and guidance to Community Mobilizers, ensuring the quality of community engagement and activity implementation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned
  
  

Required Qualifications And Experience

• High school diploma with five years of relevant experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in Disaster Management, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Environmental Studies, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience.
  
  

Experience

Minimum requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in field coordination, community mobilization, or supporting disaster risk reduction activities.
• Proven experience in conducting participatory training and capacity-building sessions.
• Experience in liaising with local government authorities and community stakeholders.
• Field experience in a humanitarian, recovery, or development context.
• Good understanding of the existing DRM structures and systems at District and sub-District levels.
  
  

Advantages

• Experience in supervising field staff or volunteer groups.
• Experience in organizing simulation drills or early warning system activities.
• Previous work experience in Sindh, particularly in the Khairpur region, is an advantage
  
  

Skills

Position specific skills, for example:

• Strong facilitation, community mobilization, and training delivery skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and coordination skills.
• Good understanding of gender equality and protection mainstreaming.
• Familiarity with MS Office software.
• Good report-writing skills.
  
  

Languages

REQUIRED

• For all applicants, fluency in Sindhi and Urdu is required (oral and written).
  
  

DESIRABLE

• Working knowledge of English is an advantage
  
  

Notes

Only short-listed candidates who match the required criteria for the position will be contacted.

IOM provides equal opportunity to all qualified female and male including the physically challenged candidates.

How to apply

Interested Candidates are invited to submit your application by 29th September 2025 through BrightSpyre portal Call for Application - Project Associate (CBDRM).

The application should be written in English.

Other

The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. No late applications will be accepted.

Posting Period

From 16.09.2025 to 29.09.2025

Job details

Country

• Pakistan
  
  

City Sukkur Source

• International Organization for Migration
  
  

Type

• Job
  
  

Career category

• Program/Project Management
  
  

Years of experience

• 3-4 years
  
  

Theme

• Disaster Management
  
  

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