The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB/the Bank) is seeking to recruit a dynamic professional for the role of Disaster Risk Manager Specialist. The successful candidate will be based at CDB’s headquarters in St. Michael, Barbados.
THE DIVISION
The Projects Department develops overall Bank policies, strategies, operational guidelines and programmes for economic sector operational areas including: water, energy, agriculture, financial intermediary lending, road transport infrastructure and education.
The ESU has responsibility for developing and supporting the implementation of the operational policies, strategies and procedures for CDB’s environmental, climate and disaster risk management portfolio management and oversees compliance with these operational policies and procedures. The division also conducts relevant policy, sector analytical work, related to sustainability.
THE ROLE
The Disaster Risk Management Specialist will lead implementation of CDB’s strategic and operational approach to Disaster Risk Management (DRM). They will provide advice, expertise and technical support to operations to mainstream DRM in CDB operations and ensure bank-wide implementation of the pro-active and integrated disaster risk management approach.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The job will require the Disaster Risk Management Specialist to:
Policies, Strategies and Frameworks
Operational Advice and Support
Mobilizing and managing DRM finance
Knowledge Generation and Sharing
QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES
Function-specific Competencies
The Disaster Risk Management Specialist must demonstrate capabilities in:
Behavioural Competencies
Competency | Definition |
Delivering High Quality Work | Critically reviews work processes to ensure quality; addresses problems that could impact quality; makes sure project deliverables and services meet all requirements and expectations; does not make the same mistakes twice. |
Displaying Technical Expertise | Keeps his/her technical skills current; effectively applies specialised knowledge and skills to perform work tasks; understands and masters the technical skills, knowledge, and tasks associated with his/her job; shares technical expertise with others. |
Acting Strategically | Aligns day-to-day activities around broader organisational goals and objectives; prioritises resources based on the strategic objectives of the organisation; recognises and rewards people based on how their actions support the broader needs of the organisation. |
Acting Decisively | Moves quickly to make decisions and commits to a clear course of action; comfortable making decisions based on partial information; willing to take risks in order to maintain momentum; shows a strong bias toward action. |
Communicating Effectively | Consistently communicates with clarity and thoroughness to optimise audience understanding. Communicates information in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Demonstrates effective speaking and presentation skills. |
Driving for Results | Bottom-line oriented and pushes self and others to achieve results. Keeps current on project status; makes sure people are aware of project status and what they need to do to keep things moving; redirects project resources and activities to overcome setbacks; elevates project concerns to senior levels of leadership when appropriate. |
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
This role is a full-time position with the successful candidate being contracted on a two-year basis in the first instance, with the possibility of renewal. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The benefits package includes a pension plan, life and medical insurances.
Before you proceed to apply, please consider the following requirements:
CDB fully respects the need for confidentiality of information supplied and assures you that we will not discuss your background and interest with anyone including references, without your prior consent.
The deadline for submission of applications is November 18, 2024 at 11:59 pm AST.
The Caribbean Development Bank is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, or disabilities. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Bank provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities who participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us to request such accommodation.