Senior Coordinator to the National Recovery Committee (NRC) Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Port Vila, Shefa Province (Job ID 47751)

Description

Support and contribute to Vanuatu's recovery under the new Recovery and Resilience Act, shaping policies and procedures in collaboration with key government leaders.

Contribute to a world where people, communities and the planet thrive.

Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with government, businesses, and NGOs to solve complex development challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. For more information please visit our website .

The opportunity

• Port Vila, Vanuatu
• Open to national and international candidates
• Duration: 6 months with possibility of extension

The Role:

This position will support the government of Vanuatu (GoV) earthquake recovery under its new Recovery and Resilience Act. The earthquake is Vanuatu's first disaster since parliament passed the Recovery Act in 2024. This position will assist the GoV to develop policy and procedures under the Act that will shape the country's recovery from the earthquake. A key part of this high-profile role will be to support the National Recovery Committee, comprised of Directors General, to deliver the recovery agenda. This role will report to the Director General of the Prime Minister's Office and the Director of the Department of Strategic Policy, Planning and Aid Coordination.

Key responsibilities

• Drawing on lesson learned from disaster recovery in other parts of the world, provide the government of Vanuatu with support for:
• Risk identification and management, Recovery sequencing, Monitoring, Stakeholder Communications and Donor partner coordination

• High Level coordination and secretariat support to the NRC including Forming the twice weekly NRC meeting agenda in consultation on NRC Chair

• Sub-committee (similar to Clusters) coordination including:
• Developing mechanisms to ensure effective communication and information sharing
• Support to sub-committees to deliver effective reporting including policy and program proposals

Selection criteria

• Senior leadership experience in post-disaster recovery. Qualification in Training/Mentoring/Coaching Qualification in disaster management or related field is desirable
• Excellent interpersonal skills complemented by the ability to conceptualize ideas and advocate consensus
• At least 10 years humanitarian field experience working to support disaster preparedness, response and recovery ideally in the Pacific
• Extensive experience with disaster recovery and capacity to advise the Director General PMO on disaster preparedness, response and recovery issues.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and review emergency response planning

For a complete term of reference please click here and use password: TetraTech2025

How to apply

Please submit your application by clicking "Apply for job" at the top of this page. Applications will only be accepted via the Tetra Tech International Development Website. Emailed applications will be disregarded.

A completed application includes:

• Resume
• Statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills and personal attributes align with the selection criteria

Apply before 11:59pm (AEDT), Tuesday 28 January 2025

Why Tetra Tech International Development?

As a leading development consulting firm, Tetra Tech International Development works with people and communities to solve some of the world's most complex challenges to achieve a positive impact.

Working at Tetra Tech International Development means working within a values-led organisation that invests in flexible work environments built on trust, safety and well-being. Through unified systems, flexible and supportive workplaces, we provide the foundations required for our team to enjoy the work they do and deliver value every day.

Read more about our culture, purpose and values here.

Tetra Tech International Development is an equal-opportunity employer and has a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion. We encourage people with disability; First Nations Peoples; and people of all cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences to apply.

Should you require additional support with during as part of your application, please email hr@australiaassists.org.au

Position Type

Project opportunity

Region

Australia and Indo-Pacific Teams and Clients

Sector

Humanitarian Aid (International Development)

Disaster Preparedness, Response and Recovery (International Development)

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