Humanitarian Disaster Risk Management Adviser Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Nauru (Job ID 50032)

Description

Work on a global humanitarian program contributing to saving lives and alleviating suffering.

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

• Based in Yaren, Nauru
• Open to national and international candidates
• Duration: 6 months from start
• Remuneration: P4 (AUD)

The Program:

Australia Assists is an Australian Government program that deploys skilled humanitarian specialists to support multilateral agencies, governments, civil society and communities to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters and conflict. Australia Assists' Goal is to: Save lives, alleviate suffering, and maintain human dignity during and in the aftermath of conflict, disasters and other humanitarian crises, and strengthen preparedness for the occurrence of such situations. The program's Objective is: Targeted deployment of humanitarian expertise that meets the priorities and needs of Australia's multilateral, bilateral and civil society partners and advances Australia's international humanitarian priorities.

The Role:

The Humanitarian Disaster Risk Management Adviser will play a critical role in strengthening disaster management capabilities, systems and coordination structures, including assisting in mitigating the humanitarian impacts of potential disruptions to supply chains such as air and sea freight of food and non-food items. The adviser will enhance disaster preparedness and response systems and promote risk reduction initiatives that build resilience across Nauru.

Promote Risk Reduction and Build Resilience: Lead initiatives that reduce disaster risk and build long-term resilience across Nauru. This is an opportunity to shape national preparedness strategies and make a lasting impact on community safety and wellbeing.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, update and refine key humanitarian management and response plans and policies to enhance preparedness and resilience.
• Strengthen capacity within the Nauru Emergency Services (NES) to improve coordination, response, and preparedness for humanitarian emergencies.
• Strengthen NES capacity to implement disaster management programs, including WFP Food Shortage Program, Climate Finance Capacity Support Program (Drought Management Plan), BSRP, and other programs as necessary.
• Improve response mechanisms to address humanitarian challenges arising from potential supply chain disruptions.
• Raise awareness of humanitarian risks to ensure informed decision-making and proactive risk mitigation.
• Continue to develop the disaster management institutional structure, including the National Cluster System, Incident Management System, National Disaster Risk Management Plan to align with best practices regionally and globally, but that are suitable for Nauru.

Selection criteria

• A bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field such as Disaster Management, Humanitarian Assistance, Emergency Management, International Development, Public Policy, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in disaster risk management, humanitarian response, emergency planning, or crisis coordination in government, non-government, or international organizations.
• Experience in developing and implementing disaster risk management plans, including contingency planning and response strategies.
• Proven ability to conduct risk assessments and analyse the humanitarian impact of disruptions to critical infrastructure.
• Experience in capacity building and training, particularly with emergency services or government agencies.
• Prior experience working in Pacific Island Countries or small island states is highly desirable.

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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), Monday 30 June 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

Tetra Tech has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (‘SEAH'), child abuse and exploitation, modern slavery and safeguarding related retaliation, and this zero-tolerance extends to inaction. Tetra Tech is committed to being a child safe organisation, and to promoting a culture that supports gender equality, and addresses the gendered drivers of violence against women and children. It is committed to fostering a culture where we prevent and respond decisively and appropriately to harm against people, and that all people are treated with dignity and respect, irrespective of country, project, or office where we work. This will require compliance with Tetra Tech's Safeguarding and other Codes of Conduct and our associated safeguarding policies (Child Protection and Child Safety, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) policy and procedure, and Modern Slavery. Any successful applicants will be required to undertake satisfactory referee and criminal record checks prior to being appointed to any position.

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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