National Project Officer (Disaster Risk Management and Climate Resilience)

Overview

The National Project Officer (Disaster Risk Management and Climate Resilience) will support the planning, coordination, and implementation of projects related to disaster risk reduction and climate change resilience in Vietnam.

Tasks Summary

• Coordinate and oversee project preparation and inception phases.
• Develop workplans and manage day-to-day project coordination.
• Undertake technical tasks, organize activities, and mobilize experts.
• Coordinate and supervise activities with counterparts and stakeholders.
• Ensure project visibility, communication, and dissemination of results.
• Maintain liaison and partnerships with government counterparts and other partners.
• Provide support for project monitoring and reporting.
• Coordinate and lead M&E data compilation and drafting of narrative reports.
• Oversee financial and administrative aspects of projects.
• Report on progress of activities/projects to the Chief of Natural Science Unit.
• Assist in disaster risk management activities and project development.

Experience Requirements

• At least four (4) years of relevant progressively professional experiences in working on natural resources management, climate change, water resources, development or any relevant fields.
• Familiarity with international DRR and climate frameworks (e.g. Sendai Framework, climate adaptation approaches) and their application at national or local level.
• Demonstrated experience in project coordination or management, including planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting.
• Sound knowledge of the major development issues with regards to DRR, water resources and climate change in Viet Nam.
• Proven experiences in coordination and/or managing development projects, particularly at national level.

Qualification Requirements

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in the relevant fields, such as water resources management, water sciences, natural sciences, environmental sciences, Climate Change, disaster risk management etc. or any relevant field.
• Specializations in environment and/or hydrology and/or water resources management, Disaster risk Management are most desired.

Other Details

Languages Required:

Languages Preferred:

Contract Duration: 12 months (with the possibility of extension, subject to performance and project needs)

Work Modality: fulltime basis at UNESCO Country Office in Hanoi

Remuneration: UNESCO's salaries are paid in local currency (VND)