Assistant Manager – Disaster Management/ Climate Change (01)

Posted on Tuesday, March 11th, 2025

SRI LANKA RED CROSS SOCIETY

 

If you are proactive, highly motivated, results-oriented, and ready to embark on a challenging career

 Come join us!

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COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

 

 

 

 

Assistant Manager – Disaster Management/ Climate Change

 

 

01 Position

 

Based in National Headquarters in Colombo

 

HRM 005/2025

 

Attractive Remuneration, depending on the Qualifications, Experience & Competencies

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A bachelor’s degree either in Disaster Management, Environmental Science, Climate Change Studies, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Agriculture or related discipline from a recognized institution.

 

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03 years of post-qualification experience in a similar managerial capacity with hands-on experience in Community-based Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation.

 

Certifications or short courses in Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Climate Change Adaptation, Crisis Management, or Sustainable Development are added qualification.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Technical expertise in managing the components in the field of Disaster Management including the ability to practice community-based disaster management approaches, and techniques with sound understanding of disaster risk reduction, preparedness, and response strategies.

• Technical competency in addressing climate change impacts on vulnerable communities, and knowledge of climate adaptation frameworks, green infrastructure solutions, and sustainability practices

• Advanced capabilities in project designing/planning, project implementation, monitoring, and evaluation and reporting.

• Proven skills in budget administration and human resources, logistics, and assets management.

• Good in external and internal coordination relevant to project implementation.

• Excellent public relations, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong language skills in written and verbal communication skills for reporting, advocacy, and public awareness in English and Sinhala/ Tamil.

• Proficiency in MS Office Applications.

 

 

Sri Lanka Red Cross Society is committed to upholding equal opportunities for all Sri Lankans as the largest humanitarian network in the country. We strive to build a team that mirrors the diversity of Sri Lanka, ensuring fair access for individuals of all races, religions, genders, ages, sexual orientations, and different abilities. SLRCS has a zero-tolerance policy on child abuse & sexual harassments. Your enthusiasm and skills are greatly valued in furthering our humanitarian mission and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in creating a significant impact.

 

General Requirements

  • Sound understanding of humanitarian, community, and volunteer-based service interventions.
  • Should be a quick learner with the ability of adhering to SLRCS management guidelines and procedures.
  • Should be a team player who is self-motivated with the ability of working in challenging circumstances.
  • Abide by and work according to the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement Fundamental Principles.

 

The SLRCS conducts its general administrative and operational affairs in English Language and the appointment will be on fixed term contract basis. Only short-listed applicants will be called for interviews.

 

Please email your application to; [email protected] or post to Director General, Sri Lanka Red Cross Society, No. 106, Dharmapala Mawatha, Colombo 07 on or before 20.03.2025 (HRM 005/2025)